Amphenol ICC 65494-012 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 65494-012 is a 20-position ribbon cable connector from the Quickie™ series, designed for through-hole mounting with IDC (Insulation Displacement Contact) termination. This connector features a 0.050" (1.27mm) cable pitch and 0.200" (5.08mm) board-side pitch configuration across 4 rows with 0.100" (2.54mm) row spacing.

The 65494-012 is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support legacy system maintenance where this connector type remains in use.

Substiute Parts

65494-012

Amphenol ICC (FCI)In Stock: 86965494-012 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

CWR-142-20-0003

CW IndustriesIn Stock: 787CWR-142-20-0003 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 65494-012 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type: Ribbon Cable IDC
• Position Count: 20 positions
• Cable Pitch: 0.050" (1.27mm)
• Board-Side Pitch: 0.200" (5.08mm)
• Row Configuration: 4 rows at 0.100" (2.54mm) spacing
• Mounting: Through Hole
• Termination Method: IDC
• Contact Finish: Tin-Lead
• Color: Blue
• Feed Through Feature: Required

The CW Industries CWR-142-20-0003 meets all these critical parameters and is identified as a manufacturer-recommended substitute. This part maintains mechanical and electrical compatibility while offering active product status and current availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CW Industries CWR-142-20-0003 is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete Amphenol ICC 65494-012. Both parts maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications across all critical parameters, including pitch, row configuration, mounting method, and contact finish composition.

The CWR-142-20-0003 offers the advantage of active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain support. Both parts share equivalent compliance profiles: RoHS non-compliant and REACH Unaffected status, with identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) classifications.

The wire gauge specification of 28-30 AWG for the CWR-142-20-0003 provides defined compatibility with standard ribbon cable gauges, whereas the original part does not specify this parameter. This specification does not restrict substitution but clarifies the intended cable gauge range.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the CW Industries CWR-142-20-0003 be used as a direct replacement for the Amphenol ICC 65494-012?

A: Yes. The CWR-142-20-0003 maintains identical mechanical dimensions, pitch specifications, row configuration, mounting type, and contact finish. All critical parameters for connector compatibility are equivalent.

Q: What is the significance of the wire gauge specification in the substitute part?

A: The CWR-142-20-0003 specifies 28-30 AWG compatibility for both stranded and solid conductors. This defines the intended cable gauge range for IDC termination. The original 65494-012 does not specify wire gauge, but this parameter does not affect mechanical or electrical substitution compatibility.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts?

A: Both parts share identical compliance status: RoHS non-compliant, REACH Unaffected, ECCN EAR99, and HTSUS 8536.69.4040. No compliance barriers exist to substitution.

Q: Why is the contact finish thickness different between the two parts?

A: The 65494-012 specifies 150.0µin (3.81µm) contact finish thickness, while the CWR-142-20-0003 specifies 100.0µin (2.54µm). Both thicknesses are within acceptable ranges for tin-lead contact finishes and do not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility in IDC ribbon cable connector applications.

Q: What is the product status difference, and does it affect substitution?

A: The 65494-012 is classified as obsolete, while the CWR-142-20-0003 is active. Active status indicates current manufacturing and availability. This makes the CWR-142-20-0003 the preferred choice for new designs and ongoing supply requirements.