Amphenol ICC 55508-330 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 55508-330 is a 30-position receptacle connector in the Minitek® 2.00mm series, designed for board-to-board surface mount applications. This connector features 0.079" (2.00mm) pitch spacing, gold-plated mating contacts, and a 2A current rating across a 200V operating range. The part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. Active alternatives from both Amphenol ICC and Samtec Inc. provide functional equivalence with improved availability and compliance status.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	30
Pitch - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Current Rating	2A
Voltage Rating	200V
Insulation Material	Plastic
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters: connector type (receptacle), contact type (female socket), number of positions (30), mating pitch (0.079" / 2.00mm), row configuration (2 rows with 0.079" spacing), mounting type (surface mount), termination method (solder), fastening type (push-pull), contact material (phosphor bronze), operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C), and flammability rating (UL94 V-0).

The substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Direct Amphenol ICC Equivalent: 55508-330LF maintains identical mechanical and electrical specifications to the main part while offering active product status and improved RoHS compliance.

Samtec Inc. CLT Series Alternatives: The CLT-115 series receptacles meet all core substitution criteria with variations in contact finish thickness, insulation material (liquid crystal polymer instead of plastic), and current rating per contact (4.1A versus 2A). These parts are available in multiple packaging and feature configurations (board guide, pick and place, bottom entry options).

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	55508-330 (Main)	55508-330LF	CLT-115-02-F-D-A-P	CLT-115-02-H-D-P	CLT-115-02-L-D-A-TR
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Number of Positions	30	30	30	30	30
Pitch - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Insulation Height	0.091" (2.30mm)	0.091" (2.30mm)	0.083" (2.10mm)	0.083" (2.10mm)	0.083" (2.10mm)
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Contact Finish - Post	Tin-Lead	Tin	Tin	Gold	Tin
Current Rating	2A	2A	4.1A per Contact	4.1A per Contact	4.1A per Contact
Insulation Material	Plastic	Plastic	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
RoHS Status	Non-compliant	Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

55508-330LF (Amphenol ICC): This direct equivalent is the primary substitute for the obsolete 55508-330. It maintains identical mechanical dimensions, electrical ratings, and contact specifications while offering active product status and RoHS compliance. The transition from tin-lead to tin post finish aligns with modern manufacturing standards. This part is recommended for direct replacement in existing designs.

CLT-115 Series (Samtec Inc.): These connectors provide functional equivalence with enhanced electrical performance (4.1A per contact versus 2A) and improved insulation material (liquid crystal polymer). The reduced insulation height (0.083" versus 0.091") and variations in contact finish thickness require PCB layout verification. CLT-115 variants are suitable for new designs or redesigns where the enhanced current rating and material properties provide system benefits. Selection among CLT-115 variants depends on packaging requirements (tube or tape & reel), feature set (board guide, pick and place, bottom entry), and contact finish specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 55508-330LF be used as a direct drop-in replacement for 55508-330?

A: Yes. The 55508-330LF maintains identical connector geometry, pitch spacing, position count, and electrical ratings. The primary differences are product status (active versus obsolete) and RoHS compliance. The post finish change from tin-lead to tin does not affect mechanical compatibility.

Q: What are the key differences between Amphenol ICC 55508-330LF and Samtec CLT-115 series?

A: Both meet core substitution criteria for 30-position, 2.00mm pitch, surface mount receptacles. Key differences include: insulation material (plastic versus liquid crystal polymer), insulation height (0.091" versus 0.083"), current rating per contact (2A versus 4.1A), and contact finish thickness options. Samtec CLT-115 parts offer higher current capacity and additional feature configurations (board guide, pick and place, bottom entry).

Q: Does the reduced insulation height of CLT-115 parts affect PCB compatibility?

A: The 0.008" (0.20mm) reduction in insulation height may impact PCB layout, particularly in high-density applications. Verify mating connector clearance and component spacing before design implementation.

Q: Are all CLT-115 variants electrically equivalent?

A: All CLT-115 variants meet the core 30-position, 2.00mm pitch, surface mount receptacle specification. Variants differ in contact finish thickness (3.00µin, 10.0µin, or 30.0µin for mating contacts), post finish (tin or gold), and packaging format (tube or tape & reel). These differences do not affect electrical function but may influence corrosion resistance and assembly process compatibility.

Q: What packaging options are available for substitute parts?

A: 55508-330LF is supplied in tube packaging. Samtec CLT-115 series is available in both tube and tape & reel (TR) formats. Tape & reel packaging is standard for high-volume automated assembly operations.

Q: Are there feature differences among CLT-115 variants?

A: Yes. CLT-115-02-F-D-A-P and related variants include board guide and pick-and-place features. CLT-115-02-F-D-BE-K is configured for bottom entry applications. CLT-115-02-L-D-A-TR includes board guide functionality. Feature selection depends on assembly process requirements and PCB design constraints.

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