Amphenol ICC 68472-136HLF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68472-136HLF is a rectangular connector header with 36 vertical positions at 2.54mm pitch, designed for through-hole board-to-board applications. This component is part of the BERGSTIK® II series and features unshrouded, solder-terminated male pins with gold-plated mating contacts. The part is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Style	Board to Board
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 68472-136HLF is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

36-position connector header configuration
0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Single-row, unshrouded design
Through-hole solder termination
Male pin contact type
Square contact geometry
Board-to-board application compatibility
UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Black insulation color

The substitute parts listed below maintain these core electrical and mechanical specifications. Variations in contact length, contact finish composition, and operating temperature ranges are secondary parameters that do not prevent functional substitution in standard applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	68472-136HLF (Amphenol ICC)	929705-06-36-I (3M)	PBC36SFAN (Sullins)	PEC36SFAN (Sullins)	PEC36SFCN (Sullins)
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36	36	36	36	36
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Style	Board to Board	Board to Board	Board to Board or Cable	Board to Board or Cable	Board to Board or Cable
Shrouding	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Not specified	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Polyester, Glass Filled	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
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-40°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	2.5A	3A	3A	3A
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are active products with current manufacturing support, addressing the obsolescence of the original 68472-136HLF. Selection among substitutes depends on specific application requirements:

929705-06-36-I (3M): Active product with gold mating contact finish matching the original specification. Operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C and 2.5A current rating. Suitable for applications requiring gold plating and moderate temperature environments.

PBC36SFAN (Sullins): Active product with gold mating contact finish and phosphor bronze contact material. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 125°C and 3A current rating. Breakaway capability provides additional application flexibility.

PEC36SFAN (Sullins): Active product with tin mating contact finish and phosphor bronze contact material. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 125°C and 3A current rating. Breakaway capability and higher current capacity than the original specification.

PEC36SFCN (Sullins): Active product with tin mating contact finish and phosphor bronze contact material. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 125°C and 3A current rating. Longer post length (0.320") compared to other Sullins variants.

All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating, REACH compliance, and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity classification. RoHS compliance is confirmed for all active substitutes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 929705-06-36-I replace the 68472-136HLF directly?

A: Yes. Both parts share the same 36-position, 2.54mm pitch header configuration with unshrouded, through-hole solder termination. The 929705-06-36-I maintains gold mating contact finish and meets the same flammability and moisture sensitivity requirements.

Q: What is the difference between gold and tin mating contact finishes?

A: Gold plating provides superior corrosion resistance and lower contact resistance, typically specified for applications requiring long-term reliability. Tin plating is cost-effective and suitable for standard applications with shorter shelf life or lower environmental stress. Both finishes are electrically functional in standard board-to-board connections.

Q: Why do the Sullins parts have "Breakaway" designation?

A: Breakaway connectors allow individual pins to be separated from the header strip, providing design flexibility for custom configurations. This feature does not affect compatibility with standard mating connectors and does not prevent direct substitution.

Q: Are there differences in contact length that affect compatibility?

A: Contact length variations (mating contact length and post length) are secondary parameters that do not prevent functional substitution. The mating contact length of 0.318" (8.08mm) for 3M and Sullins parts differs from the original 0.400" (10.16mm), but both engage standard 0.100" pitch receptacles. Post length variations affect PCB insertion depth and solder joint geometry but do not prevent electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Which substitute offers the widest operating temperature range?

A: The Sullins parts (PBC36SFAN, PEC36SFAN, PEC36SFCN) all specify -65°C to 125°C operating temperature, compared to the 3M part at -40°C to 105°C. The original 68472-136HLF does not specify an operating temperature range.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All active substitute parts are confirmed RoHS3 compliant or RoHS compliant. The original 68472-136HLF is obsolete and does not carry current RoHS certification.

Q: What is the current rating difference between substitutes?

A: The 3M 929705-06-36-I is rated at 2.5A per contact. All Sullins parts (PBC36SFAN, PEC36SFAN, PEC36SFCN) are rated at 3A per contact. The original part does not specify a current rating.

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