Amphenol ICC 54202-S08-03 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 54202-S08-03 is a surface mount rectangular connector header with 6 positions arranged in 2 rows at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. This BERGSTIK® series component features male pins, unshrouded design, and solder termination for board-to-board applications. The part is currently active in production with 841 pieces in stock.

Substitute parts are necessary when the original manufacturer part becomes unavailable, when alternative packaging formats are required for production workflows, or when design requirements allow for functionally equivalent components from different manufacturers that meet the same electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	54202-S08-03
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	6
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Contact Shape	Square
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Pitch and Position Count: All substitute parts maintain 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch with 6 positions in 2 rows
Mounting and Termination: All candidates are surface mount with solder termination
Contact Configuration: All feature male pins with square contact shape and push-pull fastening
Contact Length: All maintain 0.230" (5.84mm) mating contact length
Flammability and MSL: All meet UL94 V-0 rating and MSL 1 classification
Connector Style: All support board-to-board or board-to-cable applications

Substitute parts are grouped by manufacturer and packaging format. Variations in insulation height (0.090" to 0.100"), contact material (phosphor bronze vs. copper alloy), contact finish thickness, and operating temperature ranges do not disqualify substitution when the core mechanical and electrical interfaces remain compatible.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	54202-S08-03	5-146130-2	814-22-006-30-007101	GBC03DABN-M30	TSM-103-01-L-DV	TSM-103-01-L-DV-A	TSM-103-01-L-DV-P-TR	TSM-103-01-L-DV-TR	TSM-103-01-S-DV-A	TSM-103-01-S-DV-P-TR	TSM-103-01-S-DV-TR
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	TE Connectivity	Mill-Max	Sullins	Samtec	Samtec	Samtec	Samtec	Samtec	Samtec	Samtec
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Piston	Header, Breakaway	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Piston	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Round	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	—	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	—	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	—	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	Non-compliant	Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Active	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Active Status, RoHS Compliant)

The TE Connectivity 5-146130-2 is the manufacturer-recommended primary substitute. It maintains full mechanical and electrical compatibility with identical pitch, position count, contact configuration, and mating contact length. The 0.010" (0.254mm) reduction in insulation height is within acceptable tolerance for standard board-to-board mating. This part is actively produced and RoHS compliant.

The Samtec TSM series (TSM-103-01-L-DV, TSM-103-01-L-DV-A, TSM-103-01-L-DV-TR, TSM-103-01-S-DV-A, TSM-103-01-S-DV-P-TR, TSM-103-01-S-DV-TR) offers multiple packaging options for production flexibility. All TSM variants are cuttable headers with identical core specifications. Variants designated with "L" feature 10.0µin (0.25µm) mating contact finish thickness, while "S" variants provide 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness. The "-A" suffix indicates board guide features. Packaging options include Tube, Tape & Reel (TR), and Cut Tape with Digi-Reel (CT). All TSM parts are ROHS3 compliant and actively produced.

The Sullins GBC03DABN-M30 is an active, ROHS3-compliant alternative with identical insulation height and contact configuration. This part is available in bulk packaging.

Secondary Substitute (Discontinued Status)

The Mill-Max 814-22-006-30-007101 is discontinued at DiGi Electronics and should not be selected for new designs requiring long-term availability. This piston-type connector uses round contacts rather than square pins, introducing a mechanical interface variation that may affect mating force and contact reliability in applications designed for square pin geometry.

RoHS Compliance Consideration

The original 54202-S08-03 is RoHS non-compliant. All listed substitutes are RoHS compliant or ROHS3 compliant. Design migration to RoHS-compliant alternatives is necessary for applications subject to RoHS regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 5-146130-2 directly replace the Amphenol ICC 54202-S08-03?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, 6 positions in 2 rows, square male pins, 0.230" (5.84mm) mating contact length, and push-pull fastening. The 0.010" (0.254mm) difference in insulation height does not affect mechanical mating compatibility for standard board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the difference between Samtec TSM-103-01-L-DV and TSM-103-01-S-DV variants?

A: The primary difference is mating contact finish thickness. "L" variants provide 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold plating, while "S" variants provide 30.0µin (0.76µm) gold plating. Both maintain identical mechanical dimensions and electrical performance. The thicker finish in "S" variants may provide enhanced durability in high-cycle mating applications.

Q: What packaging formats are available for Samtec TSM-103 substitutes?

A: Samtec offers three packaging options: Tube (standard packaging), Tape & Reel (TR) for automated pick-and-place assembly, and Cut Tape with Digi-Reel (CT) for mixed-volume production. All three formats contain identical connector components.

Q: Why is the Mill-Max 814-22-006-30-007101 listed as discontinued?

A: This part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics and should not be selected for new designs. Additionally, its piston contact design differs from the square pin configuration of the original part, introducing mechanical interface variations.

Q: Are all substitute parts MSL 1 rated?

A: Yes. All listed substitutes maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification, matching the original part specification.

Q: Does RoHS compliance affect electrical or mechanical performance?

A: RoHS compliance reflects material composition restrictions but does not alter electrical or mechanical performance. All RoHS-compliant substitutes maintain identical electrical ratings and mechanical interfaces with the original non-compliant part.

Q: Can I use the Sullins GBC03DABN-M30 in high-temperature applications?

A: The Sullins part is rated for -65°C to 150°C operating temperature, exceeding the Amphenol original specification range. It is suitable for applications requiring extended temperature performance.

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