Amphenol ICC 54201-S0809LF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 54201-S0809LF is an active rectangular connector header designed for surface mount applications. This 9-position, single-row connector operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and is commonly used in board-to-board interconnections. The part is RoHS compliant, actively manufactured, and maintains unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1). Substitute parts are identified to provide alternative sourcing options when the primary part is unavailable or when design requirements permit equivalent configurations.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	9
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 54201-S0809LF are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional equivalence:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Header with male pins
Position Count & Pitch: 9 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting Technology: Surface mount with solder termination
Mechanical Interface: Push-pull fastening, square contact shape, unshrouded design
Electrical & Environmental Compliance: UL94 V-0 flammability rating, RoHS compliance, MSL 1 rating

The identified substitutes—Sullins Connector Solutions GEC09SABN-M30 and Harwin Inc. M20-8770942—meet these core requirements. Variations in contact finish materials, insulation polymers, and operating temperature ranges represent acceptable engineering trade-offs within the rectangular connector category.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	54201-S0809LF (Amphenol ICC)	GEC09SABN-M30 (Sullins)	M20-8770942 (Harwin)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Sullins Connector Solutions	Harwin Inc.
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	9	9	9
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.228" (5.80mm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Tin	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Brass
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected
Product Status	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts maintain active product status and meet regulatory compliance requirements (RoHS, REACH, UL94 V-0). Selection between the primary part and substitutes should be based on the following provided specifications:

54201-S0809LF (Amphenol ICC): Gold contact finish with 15.0µin (0.38µm) thickness on mating surfaces. Phosphor bronze contact material. Suitable for applications requiring gold plating specifications.

GEC09SABN-M30 (Sullins Connector Solutions): Tin contact finish with 100.0µin (2.54µm) thickness. Breakaway feature. Operating temperature range -65°C to 150°C. Current rating 3A. Polyamide (PA9T) insulation material.

M20-8770942 (Harwin Inc.): Gold contact finish. Cuttable feature. Operating temperature range -40°C to 105°C. Current rating 3A per contact. Polyamide (PA6T) insulation material. Mated stacking heights available: 11.63mm, 12.23mm, 12.63mm, 18.13mm.

All parts are RoHS3 compliant and carry MSL 1 rating, indicating compatibility with standard manufacturing and storage conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the GEC09SABN-M30 directly replace the 54201-S0809LF?

A: The GEC09SABN-M30 meets the core mechanical and electrical specifications: 9-position, 0.100" pitch, surface mount, push-pull fastening, and UL94 V-0 rating. The primary difference is contact finish (tin vs. gold). Compatibility depends on your application's contact finish requirements and operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C for the Sullins part).

Q: What is the difference between the Harwin M20-8770942 and the other substitutes?

A: The M20-8770942 offers cuttable header functionality and provides multiple mated stacking height options (11.63mm through 18.13mm). It features gold contact finish and operates within -40°C to 105°C. Contact material is brass rather than phosphor bronze. These differences may be advantageous for applications requiring modular connector configurations.

Q: Are all three parts suitable for high-temperature applications?

A: The Sullins GEC09SABN-M30 supports the widest operating range (-65°C to 150°C). The Amphenol ICC 54201-S0809LF and Harwin M20-8770942 do not specify operating temperature ranges in the provided data. Verify temperature requirements against your application specifications.

Q: Do these connectors support the same current ratings?

A: The Sullins GEC09SABN-M30 and Harwin M20-8770942 both specify 3A current rating (3A per contact for Harwin). The Amphenol ICC 54201-S0809LF does not provide a current rating specification in the available data.

Q: What packaging is available for these parts?

A: All three parts are supplied in bulk packaging. Inventory availability: 54201-S0809LF (917 pcs), GEC09SABN-M30 (1245 pcs), M20-8770942 (2383 pcs).

Q: Are moisture sensitivity considerations the same across all substitutes?

A: Yes. All three parts carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage, handling, or manufacturing processes.

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