Amphenol ICC 68601-472 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68601-472 is a rectangular connector header from the BERGSTIK® II series, featuring 72 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch for through-hole board-to-board applications. This connector is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance requirements. The part utilizes male pins with solder termination and push-pull fastening, designed for applications requiring reliable interconnection in standard 2.54mm pitch configurations.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	68601-472
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Series	BERGSTIK® II
Product Status	Obsolete
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	72
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 Shape	Square
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 68601-472 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that must match or be compatible with the original design:

Core Matching Criteria:

Number of Positions: 72
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Insulation Height: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Style: Board to Board
Shrouding: Unshrouded

Variable Parameters Allowing Substitution:

Contact Length - Mating (varies by application requirements)
Contact Length - Post (varies by application requirements)
Contact Finish (Tin or Gold acceptable)
Contact Material (Phosphor Bronze or Copper Alloy acceptable)
Insulation Material (PBT, Polyester, Glass Filled or PCT acceptable)
Operating Temperature range
Current Rating
Product Status (Active preferred over Obsolete or Last Time Buy)
RoHS Compliance Status

The 3M 929 series connectors provide direct functional equivalents with improved availability and compliance options. Substitutes are grouped by contact post length to accommodate different PCB stack-up requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	68601-472 (Original)	929710-01-36	929710-01-36-RK	929710-03-36-RK	929710-06-36-RK	929710-10-36-RK	929710-11-36-RK	929715-01-36-EU	929715-01-36-I	929715-03-36-EU	929715-03-36-I
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M	3M
Number of Positions	72	72	72	72	72	72	72	72	72	72	72
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)
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
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	0.400" (10.16mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.710" (18.03mm)	0.175" (4.45mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.410" (10.41mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.620" (15.75mm)	0.528" (13.42mm)	0.528" (13.42mm)	0.828" (21.03mm)	1.128" (28.65mm)	0.593" (15.07mm)	0.543" (13.80mm)	0.528" (13.42mm)	0.528" (13.42mm)	0.828" (21.03mm)	0.828" (21.03mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Tin	Tin-Lead	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	200.0µin (5.08µm)	200.0µin (5.08µm)	200.0µin (5.08µm)	200.0µin (5.08µm)	200.0µin (5.08µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	Not specified	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A
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 non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Product Status	Obsolete	Last Time Buy	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation: 929710-01-36-RK

The 3M 929710-01-36-RK is the preferred substitute for the obsolete 68601-472. This part maintains full functional compatibility with identical pitch, position count, and row spacing. The 929710-01-36-RK offers active product status with RoHS compliance, addressing regulatory requirements for new designs. The contact post length of 0.110" (2.79mm) closely matches the original 0.120" (3.05mm), making it suitable for standard PCB applications without requiring design modifications.

Alternative Options by Application:

For applications requiring extended contact post lengths to accommodate thicker PCB stacks or additional spacing, the 929710-03-36-RK (0.410" post length) and 929710-06-36-RK (0.710" post length) provide direct functional equivalents with identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

For applications requiring gold-plated contacts for enhanced corrosion resistance or improved signal integrity, the 929715-01-36-EU and 929715-01-36-I offer gold contact finishes with the same 0.110" post length as the primary recommendation.

Compliance Considerations:

The 929710-01-36 (Last Time Buy status) remains available but offers no compliance advantage over the active 929710-01-36-RK variant. New designs should specify the -RK suffix variants to ensure long-term availability and RoHS compliance.

The 929715-03-36-EU is discontinued at DiGi Electronics and should not be selected for new production despite active status at other distributors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3M 929710-01-36-RK directly replace the Amphenol ICC 68601-472 without PCB redesign?

A: Yes. The 929710-01-36-RK maintains identical pitch (0.100"), position count (72), row spacing (0.100"), and mounting type (through-hole solder). The contact post length differs by 0.010" (0.25mm), which is within typical PCB tolerance ranges for standard applications. Verify specific PCB stack-up requirements before implementation.

Q: What is the difference between the 929710-01-36 and 929710-01-36-RK variants?

A: The 929710-01-36 is Last Time Buy status with RoHS non-compliance and Tin-Lead contact finish. The 929710-01-36-RK is Active status with RoHS compliance and Tin contact finish with increased thickness (200.0µin vs. 100.0µin). The -RK variant is recommended for all new designs.

Q: Which substitute should I select if my application requires extended PCB penetration?

A: Contact post length determines PCB penetration depth. Select 929710-03-36-RK (0.410" post) for moderate extension or 929710-06-36-RK (0.710" post) for maximum extension. All variants maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications except post length.

Q: Are gold-plated contact options available?

A: Yes. The 929715 series provides gold-plated contacts (10.0µin thickness) with identical pitch and position configuration. The 929715-01-36-EU and 929715-01-36-I offer 0.110" post length, while 929715-03-36-EU and 929715-03-36-I offer 0.410" post length. Gold plating provides enhanced corrosion resistance for high-reliability applications.

Q: What is the impact of switching from Phosphor Bronze to Copper Alloy contact material?

A: Both materials provide equivalent electrical conductivity and mechanical performance for standard applications. Copper Alloy contacts in the 3M 929 series are specified for identical current rating (2.5A) and operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C). Material selection does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Is the original 68601-472 still available for purchase?

A: The 68601-472 is classified as obsolete. Inventory availability is limited to existing stock (676 pieces reported). New production should transition to active substitute parts to ensure long-term supply chain continuity.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the substitute parts?

A: All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The 929710-01-36-RK and 929715 series variants are RoHS compliant. The 929710-01-36 is RoHS non-compliant. Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) is 1 (Unlimited) for all variants, indicating no special storage requirements.

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