TE Connectivity 535655-1 PCMCIA Card Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 535655-1 is a 68-position PCMCIA card connector designed for through-hole, right-angle mounting applications. This connector features push-in/pull-out insertion and removal methodology with gold-plated contacts and integrated card guides. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components for ongoing design support and procurement requirements. Substitute parts must maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications to ensure direct compatibility in existing circuit board designs.

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535655-1

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5535655-1

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 535655-1 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Card Type: PCMCIA
• Number of Positions: 68
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Insertion/Removal Method: Push In, Pull Out
• Height Above Board: 0.378" (9.60mm)
• Contact Finish: Gold
• Contact Finish Thickness: 30.0µin (0.76µm)
• Mounting Feature: Normal, Standard - Top
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute part 5535655-1 meets all mandatory matching parameters and is classified as an active product, providing continuity for applications currently utilizing the obsolete 535655-1 connector.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 5535655-1 is the direct functional equivalent to the obsolete 535655-1 connector. Selection of the 5535655-1 is supported by the following engineering considerations:

Product Status: The 5535655-1 maintains active product status, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support, availability, and supply chain continuity.

Regulatory Compliance: The 5535655-1 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements. The original 535655-1 is RoHS non-compliant and carries vendor-undefined REACH status, presenting compliance risks in new designs and procurement scenarios.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: All critical connector parameters—including position count, mounting configuration, contact finish specifications, and insertion methodology—are identical between the two parts, ensuring direct compatibility with existing printed circuit board layouts and mating components.

Availability: The 5535655-1 is available in active inventory (931 pieces), providing reliable procurement for production and replacement applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5535655-1 be used as a direct replacement for the 535655-1 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 5535655-1 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the 535655-1 across all functional parameters. Both connectors feature 68 positions, identical mounting geometry, gold contact finish, and push-in/pull-out insertion methodology. No circuit board redesign is required.

Q: What is the primary difference between the 535655-1 and 5535655-1?

A: The primary differences are product status and regulatory compliance. The 535655-1 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant, while the 5535655-1 is an active product with ROHS3 compliance and defined REACH status. Functionally, both connectors are identical.

Q: Does the packaging difference between the two parts affect compatibility?

A: Packaging differences do not affect connector compatibility. The 535655-1 packaging is unspecified, while the 5535655-1 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging affects only procurement and handling procedures, not electrical or mechanical performance.

Q: Are there any height or mounting differences between these connectors?

A: No. Both connectors have identical height above board specifications (0.378" or 9.60mm) and identical mounting features (Normal, Standard - Top). Through-hole right-angle mounting is identical for both parts.

Q: What contact finish specifications apply to both parts?

A: Both the 535655-1 and 5535655-1 feature gold contact finish with a thickness of 30.0µin (0.76µm). Contact finish specifications are identical and ensure equivalent electrical performance and corrosion resistance.

Q: Is the 5535655-1 suitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance?

A: Yes. The 5535655-1 is ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for applications and markets requiring RoHS certification. The original 535655-1 is RoHS non-compliant and should not be used in RoHS-regulated applications.