Amphenol ICC 68602-406 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68602-406 is a rectangular connector header with 6 positions at 2.54mm pitch, designed for through-hole board-to-board applications. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The BERGSTIK® II series connector features unshrouded male pins with solder termination and push-pull fastening, suitable for standard PCB integration.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	68602-406
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	6
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
Contact Finish - Mating	Tin
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Color	Black
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 68602-406 are grouped based on strict electrical and mechanical compatibility criteria. The primary substitution parameters are:

Connector type: Header with male pins
Number of positions: 6
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
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0

Substitutes are categorized into two groups: direct Amphenol ICC alternatives and manufacturer-recommended alternatives from 3M, TE Connectivity, Würth Elektronik, and Sullins Connector Solutions. All listed substitutes maintain the core 6-position, 2-row, 2.54mm pitch configuration required for mechanical and electrical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	68602-406	68602-406HLF	2306-6121-TB	2306-6121-TG	2306-6121-TP	61300621121	826942-3	PBC03DAAN	PBC03DABN	PBC03DACN
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	3M	3M	3M	Würth Elektronik	TE Connectivity	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins
Number of Positions	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6
Number of Rows	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)
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)
Mounting Type	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
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Tin	Tin	Gold	Gold	Tin-Lead	Gold	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Green	Black	Black	Black
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
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Amphenol ICC Substitute: The 68602-406HLF is the primary direct substitute, offering identical mechanical and electrical specifications while maintaining active product status and RoHS compliance. This part is recommended for applications requiring minimal design changes.

Manufacturer-Recommended Alternatives:

3M 2300 Series (2306-6121-TB, 2306-6121-TG, 2306-6121-TP) provide active alternatives with enhanced operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C) and higher current rating (3A). These parts feature gold or tin-lead contact finishes and are suitable for applications requiring improved environmental performance.

TE Connectivity 826942-3 (AMPMODU Mod II series) offers active status with 5A current rating and extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 105°C). This part features tin contact finish and is available in bulk packaging.

Würth Elektronik 61300621121 (WR-PHD series) provides ROHS3 compliance with active product status, 3A current rating, and 250V voltage rating. This part features gold contact finish and polyamide insulation material.

Sullins Connector Solutions PBC03 series (PBC03DAAN, PBC03DABN, PBC03DACN) offer ROHS3 compliance with active status and extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 125°C). These parts feature gold contact finish on mating surfaces and phosphor bronze contact material, with varying post lengths to accommodate different PCB thicknesses.

For new designs, parts with active status and RoHS compliance are recommended. For legacy system maintenance, the 68602-406HLF provides the most direct replacement path.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 68602-406 be directly replaced with the 68602-406HLF? A: Yes. The 68602-406HLF maintains identical pin configuration (6 positions, 2 rows, 2.54mm pitch), contact type (male pin), mounting method (through hole), and termination (solder). The primary differences are active product status and RoHS compliance in the HLF variant.

Q: What are the key differences between Amphenol ICC and 3M alternatives? A: The 3M 2300 series parts feature copper alloy contacts with gold or tin-lead finishes, compared to the phosphor bronze contacts in the Amphenol ICC parts. The 3M parts also offer a narrower operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C) versus the Amphenol ICC range. Contact finish thickness and insulation material composition differ between manufacturers.

Q: Are the Sullins PBC03 variants interchangeable? A: The PBC03DAAN, PBC03DABN, and PBC03DACN variants differ in post length: 0.120" (3.05mm), 0.230" (5.84mm), and 0.320" (8.13mm) respectively. Selection depends on PCB thickness and application requirements. All three maintain the same mating contact length and pitch specifications.

Q: Which substitute offers the best RoHS compliance? A: The Würth Elektronik 61300621121 and all Sullins PBC03 variants (PBC03DAAN, PBC03DABN, PBC03DACN) are ROHS3 compliant. The Amphenol ICC 68602-406HLF is RoHS compliant. The 3M and TE Connectivity parts are RoHS non-compliant or have undefined compliance status.

Q: What is the difference between tin and gold contact finishes? A: Tin contact finish provides standard electrical conductivity and is suitable for general applications. Gold contact finish offers superior corrosion resistance and lower contact resistance, beneficial for low-signal applications or environments with higher humidity. The 68602-406 uses tin finish; several substitutes offer gold alternatives.

Q: Can I use the TE Connectivity 4-103328-0 as a substitute? A: The 4-103328-0 is not recommended as a direct substitute. While it shares the 2.54mm pitch and through-hole mounting, it is an 80-position connector, not a 6-position connector. This part is listed in the original 68602-406 substitute field but represents a different connector class.

Q: What packaging options are available? A: The 68602-406HLF is available in bulk packaging. The 3M parts do not specify packaging type in available data. The TE Connectivity 826942-3, Würth Elektronik 61300621121, and Sullins PBC03 series are available in bulk packaging.

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