Amphenol ICC 67997-164 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 67997-164 is a BERGSTIK® II rectangular connector header designed for through-hole board-to-board applications. This 64-position, 2-row connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and unshrouded design has reached obsolete product status. Locating equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to support legacy system maintenance, design revisions, and production continuity where this connector type remains functionally required.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	67997-164
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	64
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.450" (11.43mm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 67997-164 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that must align with the original design:

Core Matching Criteria:

Number of Positions: 64
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Connector Type: Header (with or without breakaway capability)
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Insulation Color: Black

Variable Parameters Allowing Substitution:

Contact Length - Post (varies by application depth requirements)
Contact Finish - Mating (Gold or Tin acceptable)
Contact Material (Phosphor Bronze or Copper Alloy acceptable)
Insulation Material (varies by thermal and mechanical requirements)
Product Status (Active substitutes preferred for long-term availability)
RoHS Compliance (ROHS3 compliant substitutes recommended for new designs)

The substitute parts listed below maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility through matching core parameters while offering variations in post length, contact finish, and compliance status to address different application requirements and supply chain considerations.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	67997-164 (Amphenol ICC)	0010897641 (Molex)	4-103240-0-32 (TE Connectivity)	PBC32DAAN (Sullins)	PBC32DABN (Sullins)	PBC32DACN (Sullins)	PBC32DADN (Sullins)	PBC32DAEN (Sullins)	PBC32DAFN (Sullins)	PBC32DAHN (Sullins)	PEC32DAAN (Sullins)
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	64	64	64	64	64	64	64	64	64	64	64
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	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
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)	0.240" (6.10mm)	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)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.107" (2.71mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.420" (10.67mm)	0.520" (13.21mm)	0.620" (15.75mm)	0.820" (20.83mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.437" (11.10mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.650" (16.51mm)	0.750" (19.05mm)	0.850" (21.59mm)	0.950" (24.13mm)	1.150" (29.21mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	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)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Not specified	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Thermoplastic	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
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	Black
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	Not specified	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Operating Temperature	Not specified	Not specified	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute - Exact Dimensional Match: The PBC32DAAN (Sullins Connector Solutions) provides the closest electrical and mechanical equivalence to the 67997-164. It maintains identical contact length specifications (0.230" mating, 0.120" post), insulation height (0.100"), and overall contact length (0.450"). This part is currently in active production status with ROHS3 compliance, supporting long-term availability and regulatory alignment for new designs. The phosphor bronze contact material and gold mating finish match the original specification.

Alternative for Extended Post Length Applications: The Sullins PBC32DA series (DABN, DACN, DADN, DAEN, DAFN, DAHN) offers identical core electrical parameters with variable post lengths ranging from 0.230" to 0.820". Selection within this series depends on PCB thickness and application depth requirements. All variants maintain ROHS3 compliance and active production status.

Tin-Finish Alternative: The PEC32DAAN (Sullins Connector Solutions) provides an equivalent substitute with tin mating finish instead of gold. This part maintains identical dimensional specifications to the original 67997-164 and offers ROHS3 compliance with active product status. Tin finish is suitable for applications where gold plating is not required.

Secondary Options: The Molex 0010897641 (C-Grid 70280 series) and TE Connectivity 4-103240-0-32 (AMPMODU Mod II) are functionally compatible alternatives. The Molex part features LCP glass-filled insulation and ROHS3 compliance with active status. The TE Connectivity part offers gold finish and specified current rating (3A) but carries discontinued status at major distributors and RoHS non-compliance, limiting suitability for new designs.

Compliance Considerations: For applications requiring RoHS3 compliance, all Sullins PBC32DA and PEC32DA variants, along with the Molex 0010897641, are suitable. The original 67997-164 and TE Connectivity 4-103240-0-32 are RoHS non-compliant and should be reserved for legacy system maintenance where compliance exemptions apply.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PBC32DAAN directly replace the 67997-164 in existing designs? A: Yes. The PBC32DAAN maintains identical mating contact length (0.230"), post length (0.120"), insulation height (0.100"), and overall contact length (0.450"). PCB footprint and connector interface are compatible. The primary difference is active product status and ROHS3 compliance, which are advantages for long-term supply chain stability.

Q: What determines which Sullins PBC32DA variant to select? A: The contact post length differentiates the variants. The standard PBC32DAAN matches the original 0.120" post length. Extended variants (DABN through DAHN) accommodate thicker PCBs or deeper mounting requirements. Select based on your PCB thickness and available mounting depth. All variants share identical mating contact length and electrical specifications.

Q: Is the Molex 0010897641 a suitable substitute? A: Yes, with considerations. The Molex part maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters including 64 positions, 2.54mm pitch, and push-pull fastening. It features LCP glass-filled insulation and ROHS3 compliance. The mating contact length is slightly longer (0.240" vs. 0.230"), and post length is slightly shorter (0.107" vs. 0.120"), which may require PCB layout verification for your specific application.

Q: What is the difference between gold and tin contact finishes? A: Both finishes are acceptable for this connector type. Gold finish (PBC32DA series) provides superior corrosion resistance and is preferred for high-reliability applications. Tin finish (PEC32DAAN) is cost-effective and suitable for standard industrial applications. Contact finish does not affect mechanical compatibility or electrical performance in standard operating conditions.

Q: Why do some substitutes show different insulation materials? A: Insulation material variations (PBT, LCP, Thermoplastic) do not affect electrical compatibility or mechanical fit. Material selection reflects manufacturing process and thermal performance characteristics. PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) is standard across most Sullins variants and provides adequate performance for the specified operating temperature range (-65°C to 125°C).

Q: Is the TE Connectivity 4-103240-0-32 recommended for new designs? A: No. While electrically and mechanically compatible, this part is discontinued at major distributors and carries RoHS non-compliance status. It is suitable only for legacy system maintenance where the original 67997-164 is no longer available and compliance exemptions apply. For new designs, select from active ROHS3-compliant alternatives.

Q: Can I use these substitutes in high-temperature applications? A: The Sullins PBC32DA and PEC32DA series support operating temperatures to -65°C to 125°C, exceeding the TE Connectivity specification (-65°C to 105°C). The original 67997-164 does not specify operating temperature. For applications requiring extended temperature performance, Sullins variants are preferred.

Q: What inventory considerations apply to these substitutes? A: All listed substitutes show active inventory availability. The PBC32DAAN, PBC32DADN, and PBC32DAHN show the highest stock levels (1,100+ units). The Molex 0010897641 shows 1,140 units. For high-volume requirements, confirm current availability with your distributor, as inventory levels fluctuate.

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