Amphenol ICC 68653-236 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68653-236 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This unshrouded, single-row 36-position header operates at a 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and features male pins with solder termination and push-pull fastening. The connector is classified as Active product status and serves board-to-board interconnection requirements in electronic assemblies.

Substitute parts are identified to address inventory availability, supply chain continuity, and specific application requirements where electrical and mechanical parameters remain compatible with the original specification.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36
Number of Rows	1
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Style	Board to Board

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Amphenol ICC 68653-236 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional and mechanical compatibility:

Connector Type & Contact Type: Header with male pins
Position Count & Row Configuration: 36 positions in single row
Pitch Specification: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
Fastening Mechanism: Push-pull fastening
Shrouding & Contact Shape: Unshrouded with square contacts
Insulation Height: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Material Compliance: UL94 V-0 flammability rating

The Samtec Inc. TSW-136-15-G-S meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters required for direct substitution in applications requiring a 36-position 0.100" pitch header with through-hole solder termination and push-pull fastening.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Amphenol ICC 68653-236	Samtec Inc. TSW-136-15-G-S
Connector Type	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36	36
Number of Rows	1	1
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Shrouding	Unshrouded	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square	Square
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold
Overall Contact Length	0.735" (18.67mm)	0.730" (18.54mm)
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Samtec Inc. TSW-136-15-G-S qualifies as a direct substitute for the Amphenol ICC 68653-236 based on matching electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters. Both connectors share identical pitch, position count, row configuration, mounting type, termination method, and fastening mechanism.

The Samtec part provides additional technical documentation through specified operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C) and achieves ROHS3 compliance, whereas the original Amphenol part is RoHS non-compliant. The overall contact length differential of 0.13mm (0.735" versus 0.730") falls within acceptable tolerance for board-to-board interconnection applications.

Selection between these parts should be based on supply availability, compliance requirements for the end application, and any specific design constraints related to contact finish specifications or operating temperature ranges.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Samtec TSW-136-15-G-S be used as a direct replacement for the Amphenol ICC 68653-236?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical pitch (0.100"), position count (36), row configuration (1), mounting type (through-hole), termination method (solder), and fastening mechanism (push-pull). The connectors are mechanically and electrically compatible for board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the significance of the contact length difference between these parts?

A: The overall contact length differs by 0.13mm (Amphenol: 0.735" versus Samtec: 0.730"). This minor variation is within acceptable tolerance for standard through-hole solder joint applications and does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Does the Samtec part's ROHS3 compliance affect compatibility?

A: No. ROHS3 compliance is an environmental and regulatory attribute that does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility. The Samtec part's compliance status may be advantageous for applications subject to RoHS regulations.

Q: Are there differences in contact finish specifications?

A: The Amphenol part specifies gold or gold GXT™ finish, while the Samtec part specifies gold finish. Both provide equivalent electrical contact performance for standard interconnection applications.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connectors?

A: The Samtec TSW-136-15-G-S specifies -55°C ~ 125°C operating temperature. The Amphenol ICC 68653-236 does not provide an operating temperature specification in the available documentation.

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