TE Connectivity 5535660-1 PCMCIA Card Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 5535660-1 is a 68-position PCMCIA card connector featuring push-pull insertion and removal with right-angle through-hole mounting. This connector is designed for memory card applications requiring gold-plated contacts and board-lock features. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of equivalent and substitute components essential for ongoing system support, maintenance, and new design implementations where PCMCIA card connectivity is required.

Substiute Parts

5535660-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 7495535660-1 Datasheet

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5535655-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 10215535655-1 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TE Connectivity 5535660-1 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• 68-position connector configuration
• PCMCIA card type specification
• Push-in, pull-out insertion and removal method
• Through-hole, right-angle mounting orientation
• Gold contact finish with 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness
• 0.378" (9.60mm) height above board
• Normal, standard top mounting feature
• ROHS3 compliance
• MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating

The substitute part 5535655-1 meets all mandatory matching parameters and is therefore classified as a direct equivalent for the obsolete 5535660-1. The primary distinction between these parts is product status and packaging configuration.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 5535655-1 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 5535660-1. Both connectors are manufactured by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors and share identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters.

Selection Basis:

The 5535655-1 maintains active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturer support. This part carries ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement. The connector is supplied in bulk packaging, suitable for production environments and inventory management.

All 68 positions, gold contact finish specifications, through-hole right-angle mounting configuration, and board-lock features are preserved in the substitute part. The identical height above board (0.378" / 9.60mm) and contact finish thickness (30.0µin / 0.76µm) ensure direct mechanical and electrical compatibility with existing PCB designs and card interfaces.

For applications currently using the obsolete 5535660-1, transition to the 5535655-1 requires no design modifications or re-qualification of the connector interface.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5535655-1 directly replace the 5535660-1 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 5535655-1 is a direct substitute with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. No PCB layout changes or interface modifications are required.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two connectors?

A: The 5535660-1 is classified as obsolete, while the 5535655-1 maintains active product status. Packaging differs between the two parts, with the 5535655-1 supplied in bulk configuration.

Q: Are both connectors ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 5535660-1 and 5535655-1 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards.

Q: Do these connectors have identical contact specifications?

A: Yes. Both connectors feature gold contact finish with 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness, ensuring equivalent electrical performance and signal integrity.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for these connectors?

A: Both connectors are rated MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage, handling, or assembly processes.

Q: Are the mounting dimensions identical?

A: Yes. Both connectors feature 0.378" (9.60mm) height above board with through-hole, right-angle mounting on the normal, standard top mounting feature.

Q: Can I use the 5535655-1 in new designs?

A: Yes. The 5535655-1 is the recommended choice for new designs requiring 68-position PCMCIA card connectors with push-pull insertion and right-angle through-hole mounting.