Amphenol ICC 68648-015 Rectangular Connector Header — Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68648-015 is a shrouded vertical rectangular connector header with 34 positions at 2.54mm pitch, designed for through-hole board-to-cable/wire applications. This component features male pins with phosphor bronze alloy contacts finished in gold, housed in a glass-filled polyester insulation body rated UL94 V-0. The part maintains active product status with 1146 units in current inventory.

Substitute parts become necessary when addressing supply chain constraints, packaging format requirements, compliance updates, or specific operational temperature and current rating specifications not defined in the original part documentation.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	34
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze Alloy
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Insulation Height	0.440" (11.18mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
REACH Status	REACH Affected

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 68648-015 is determined by strict alignment across the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Header with male pins
Position Count & Row Configuration: 34 positions in 2 rows
Mating Pitch & Row Spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm) for both mating pitch and row spacing
Shrouding & Mounting: Shrouded 4-wall design with through-hole mounting
Termination Method: Solder termination
Contact Material & Finish: Phosphor bronze with gold mating surface
Insulation Properties: UL94 V-0 rated, black color, MSL 1

The three substitute parts—TE Connectivity 1-103169-5, 6-103169-5, and 87474-4—satisfy all core electrical and mechanical compatibility requirements. Variations exist in fastening type (detent lock vs. push-pull), contact post finish composition, insulation material formulation, and regulatory compliance status, which are documented in the parameter comparison table below.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	68648-015 (Amphenol ICC)	1-103169-5 (TE Connectivity)	6-103169-5 (TE Connectivity)	87474-4 (TE Connectivity)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Series	-	AMPMODU Mod II	AMPMODU Mod II	AMPMODU Mod II
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	34	34	34	34
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	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)
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Detent Lock	Detent Lock	Detent Lock
Contact Length - Mating	-	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.130" (3.30mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)
Overall Contact Length	-	0.533" (14.65mm)	0.533" (14.65mm)	0.533" (14.65mm)
Insulation Height	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact Finish - Post	-	Tin-Lead	Tin	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating (Amps)	-	3A	3A	3A
Operating Temperature	-	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C
Contact Finish Thickness - Post	-	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	Flash
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant
REACH Status	REACH Affected	REACH Affected	Vendor Undefined	Vendor Undefined
Packaging	Bulk	Tray	Tray	Tray
Inventory	1146 Pcs	953 Pcs	821 Pcs	869 Pcs

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: TE Connectivity 6-103169-5

The 6-103169-5 is the preferred substitute when regulatory compliance is a design requirement. This part achieves ROHS3 compliance status, addressing environmental and hazardous substance restrictions applicable to many industrial and consumer applications. The thermoplastic insulation material maintains UL94 V-0 flammability rating while offering improved dimensional stability. Contact post finish is tin, providing reliable solder joint formation. Tray packaging accommodates automated assembly processes.

Secondary Substitute: TE Connectivity 87474-4

The 87474-4 offers full RoHS compliance with gold contact post finish, eliminating potential galvanic corrosion concerns in high-reliability applications. The polyamide nylon glass-filled insulation material provides enhanced mechanical strength. Mounting flange feature enables board-level mechanical retention. Flash contact post finish thickness is suitable for applications where post-plating thickness variation is acceptable. Tray packaging supports production workflows.

Tertiary Substitute: TE Connectivity 1-103169-5

The 1-103169-5 maintains compatibility with legacy designs requiring tin-lead contact post finish. RoHS non-compliant status aligns with existing 68648-015 regulatory profile, enabling direct substitution in non-regulated applications. Thermoplastic insulation and detent lock fastening provide mechanical reliability. Tray packaging format differs from bulk packaging of the original part.

All three substitutes share identical mating pitch, row spacing, position count, shrouding configuration, and through-hole mounting characteristics. Fastening mechanism transitions from push-pull to detent lock across all substitutes, representing a functional improvement in mating retention force.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 68648-015 be directly replaced with any of these substitute parts in existing designs?

A: Direct mechanical and electrical replacement is possible for all three substitutes. The 34-position 2-row configuration, 2.54mm pitch, shrouded 4-wall design, and through-hole solder termination are identical. However, the fastening mechanism changes from push-pull to detent lock, which may require mating connector compatibility verification. Contact post finish variations (tin-lead, tin, or gold) do not affect solder joint formation but may influence long-term corrosion resistance in specific environmental conditions.

Q: Which substitute is best for RoHS-regulated applications?

A: The 6-103169-5 (ROHS3 Compliant) or 87474-4 (RoHS Compliant) are appropriate for applications subject to RoHS directives. The 68648-015 and 1-103169-5 are both RoHS non-compliant and unsuitable for regulated markets.

Q: What is the difference between the three TE Connectivity substitutes?

A: The primary differences are: (1) RoHS compliance status—6-103169-5 is ROHS3 compliant, 87474-4 is RoHS compliant, 1-103169-5 is non-compliant; (2) contact post finish—1-103169-5 uses tin-lead, 6-103169-5 uses tin, 87474-4 uses gold; (3) insulation material—1-103169-5 and 6-103169-5 use thermoplastic, 87474-4 uses polyamide nylon glass-filled; (4) mechanical features—87474-4 includes mounting flange. All maintain identical electrical and mating characteristics.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical performance?

A: No. The transition from bulk packaging (68648-015) to tray packaging (all substitutes) does not affect electrical or mechanical performance. Packaging format selection depends on assembly process requirements and inventory management practices.

Q: Are the operating temperature ranges specified for the 68648-015?

A: Operating temperature is not specified for the 68648-015. All three substitutes are rated -65°C to 105°C, which represents the standard operating range for this connector class. Design applications requiring operation outside this range require component-level thermal analysis.

Q: What is the current rating for these connectors?

A: Current rating is not specified for the 68648-015. All three substitutes are rated 3A per contact. Circuit design must account for total current distribution across the 34-position configuration and verify that individual contact current does not exceed this rating.

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