Amphenol ICC 67997-502LF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 67997-502LF is a rectangular connector header for through-hole mounting with 2 positions arranged in 2 rows. This BERGSTIK® II series component features male pins with gold-plated mating contacts and is designed for board-to-board applications. The part is currently active in production with 990 units in stock. Substitute parts are necessary when specific contact post lengths, finish materials, or packaging requirements differ from the original specification, or when alternative manufacturers offer equivalent electrical and mechanical performance.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	67997-502LF
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Header
Number of Positions	2
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Type	Male Pin
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.450" (11.43mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Current Rating	3A
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 130°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 67997-502LF are qualified based on the following electrical and mechanical parameters that must remain constant:

Number of positions: 2
Number of rows: 2
Row spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact type: Male pin
Contact shape: Square
Contact length - mating: 0.230" (5.84mm)
Mounting type: Through hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening type: Push-pull
Insulation height: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Current rating: 3A
Material flammability: UL94 V-0
Operating temperature range: -65°C to 125°C or higher

Substitutes vary in the following parameters:

Contact finish material (gold vs. tin)
Contact finish thickness
Contact post length (0.120" to 0.820")
Overall contact length (0.450" to 1.150")
Insulation material (PBT)
Manufacturer (Sullins Connector Solutions)
Packaging (bulk vs. bag)
Product status (active or discontinued)

All substitute parts are manufactured by Sullins Connector Solutions and maintain compatibility through standardized pitch, contact geometry, and mounting specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	67997-502LF	PBC01DAAN	PBC01DABN	PBC01DACN	PBC01DADN	PBC01DAHN	PEC01DAAN	PEC01DABN	PEC01DACN	PEC01DAEN	PEC01DAFN
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins
Number of Positions	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
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)
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
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)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.420" (10.67mm)	0.820" (20.83mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.520" (13.21mm)	0.620" (15.75mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.650" (16.51mm)	0.750" (19.05mm)	1.150" (29.21mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.650" (16.51mm)	0.850" (21.59mm)	0.950" (24.13mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Height	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)
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 130°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	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
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
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts maintain electrical compatibility with the 67997-502LF through identical contact geometry, pitch spacing, current rating, and flammability certification. Selection among substitutes depends on specific application requirements:

Gold-Plated Mating Contact Substitutes (PBC01 Series): Parts PBC01DAAN, PBC01DABN, PBC01DACN, PBC01DADN, and PBC01DAHN provide gold-plated mating contacts matching the original specification. These parts are manufactured by Sullins Connector Solutions and are ROHS3 compliant. Contact post length varies from 0.120" to 0.820" to accommodate different PCB thicknesses and stacking requirements. All PBC01 series parts are currently active in production.

Tin-Plated Mating Contact Substitutes (PEC01 Series): Parts PEC01DAAN, PEC01DABN, PEC01DACN, PEC01DAEN, and PEC01DAFN feature tin-plated mating contacts with 100.0µin finish thickness. These parts are also ROHS3 compliant and active in production, except PEC01DAFN which is discontinued at DiGi Electronics. Contact post lengths range from 0.120" to 0.620". The PEC01 series offers alternative contact finish material while maintaining all other electrical and mechanical specifications.

Operating Temperature Consideration: All substitute parts operate within -65°C to 125°C, which is 5°C lower than the original 67997-502LF maximum of 130°C. Applications requiring operation above 125°C must use the original Amphenol ICC part.

Packaging and Availability: Substitute parts are supplied in bulk packaging, whereas the original part is supplied in bag packaging. Inventory levels vary across substitute options, with PBC01DAAN offering the highest availability at 32,963 units.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PBC01DAAN be used as a direct replacement for 67997-502LF?

A: PBC01DAAN is electrically and mechanically compatible with 67997-502LF for applications operating at or below 125°C. Both parts share identical contact geometry, pitch spacing (0.100"), current rating (3A), and flammability rating (UL94 V-0). The primary difference is the contact post length: PBC01DAAN has 0.120" post length matching the original specification. Both are RoHS compliant. Packaging differs (bulk vs. bag), but this does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between PBC01 and PEC01 series substitutes?

A: The primary difference is the mating contact finish material. PBC01 series parts feature gold-plated mating contacts with 10.0µin thickness, while PEC01 series parts feature tin-plated mating contacts with 100.0µin thickness. Both series maintain identical electrical specifications, current rating, operating temperature range (-65°C to 125°C), and contact geometry. Selection between series depends on application requirements for contact finish material and corrosion resistance characteristics.

Q: How do contact post lengths affect compatibility?

A: Contact post length determines the depth of solder connection into the PCB. The original 67997-502LF has 0.120" post length. Substitute parts offer post lengths ranging from 0.120" to 0.820". Longer post lengths accommodate thicker PCBs or applications requiring deeper solder penetration. Shorter post lengths are suitable for standard PCB thicknesses. Post length selection must match PCB thickness and assembly requirements; incorrect selection may result in insufficient solder connection or component protrusion.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The original 67997-502LF is RoHS Compliant. All substitute parts are ROHS3 Compliant, which represents a more recent RoHS certification standard. Both compliance levels meet RoHS requirements for restricted substance elimination.

Q: What is the significance of the 5°C operating temperature difference?

A: The original 67997-502LF operates from -65°C to 130°C, while all substitute parts operate from -65°C to 125°C. This 5°C difference at the maximum temperature may be significant for applications operating near thermal limits. Applications requiring operation above 125°C must use the original Amphenol ICC 67997-502LF or identify alternative parts with higher temperature ratings.

Q: Is PEC01DAFN suitable for new designs?

A: PEC01DAFN is discontinued at DiGi Electronics and should not be selected for new designs. Active alternatives include PEC01DAAN, PEC01DABN, PEC01DACN, and PEC01DAEN, which offer equivalent electrical and mechanical specifications with confirmed ongoing availability.

Q: How does bulk packaging affect component handling?

A: Bulk packaging requires component counting and handling procedures different from bag packaging. Bulk-packaged parts (all substitutes) may require tape-and-reel or loose component management during assembly. Original bag packaging provides pre-counted quantities. This difference affects inventory management and assembly processes but does not affect electrical or mechanical performance.

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