Amphenol ICC 68663-002 Rectangular Connector Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68663-002 is an 8-position, 2-row rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting with solder termination. This shrouded male pin header operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and is classified as Active product status. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling direct replacement in applications requiring identical form factor, contact configuration, and termination method.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	8
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 Shape	Square
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Amphenol ICC 68663-002 is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Header with male pins
Position Count & Row Configuration: 8 positions arranged in 2 rows
Pitch Specification: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch and row spacing
Shrouding Design: Shrouded with 4-wall construction
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
Contact Geometry: Square contact shape
Flammability Compliance: UL94 V-0 rating

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part 5-102618-2 meets all critical substitution criteria. Both parts share identical pitch, position count, row configuration, shrouding type, mounting method, and flammability rating. Variations in contact finish material (Thermoplastic vs. Polyester Glass Filled insulation), fastening mechanism (Detent Lock vs. Push-Pull), and operating temperature specification do not prevent functional equivalence in applications where the original part is specified.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Amphenol ICC 68663-002	TE Connectivity 5-102618-2
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Connector Type	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	8	8
Number of Rows	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder
Contact Shape	Square	Square
Contact Length - Mating	0.315" (8.00mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.130" (3.30mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)
Insulation Height	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze Alloy	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black
Product Status	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Amphenol ICC 68663-002 and TE Connectivity 5-102618-2 are Active product status components suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring 8-position, 2-row rectangular connector headers with 0.100" pitch and through-hole solder termination.

The TE Connectivity 5-102618-2 offers RoHS Compliant status, whereas the Amphenol ICC 68663-002 is RoHS non-compliant. Selection between these parts should be based on regulatory requirements and end-application compliance mandates. Both parts carry identical MSL rating (1 - Unlimited), identical flammability certification (UL94 V-0), and identical export classification (EAR99).

Contact length variations between the two parts are minimal (mating contact: 0.003" difference; post contact: 0.005" difference) and fall within standard manufacturing tolerances for this connector category.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 5-102618-2 directly replace the Amphenol ICC 68663-002 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical pitch (0.100"), position count (8), row configuration (2 rows), shrouding design (4-wall), mounting method (through-hole), and termination type (solder). The connector footprint and mating interface are equivalent.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The TE Connectivity 5-102618-2 is RoHS Compliant, while the Amphenol ICC 68663-002 is RoHS non-compliant. Additionally, the TE part specifies Thermoplastic insulation material versus Polyester Glass Filled insulation in the Amphenol part. The TE part also includes operating temperature specification (-65°C ~ 105°C) and current rating (3A), which are not specified for the Amphenol part.

Q: Are there any mechanical compatibility concerns when substituting these parts?

A: No. Contact length differences are minimal (0.003" on mating contact, 0.005" on post contact) and do not affect mechanical fit or electrical performance in standard PCB applications. Insulation height is identical at 0.440" (11.18mm).

Q: Which part should be selected for new designs?

A: Selection depends on regulatory compliance requirements. For applications requiring RoHS compliance, the TE Connectivity 5-102618-2 is the appropriate choice. Both parts meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and carry unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Q: Do both parts use the same contact material?

A: Both parts use Phosphor Bronze as the contact material. Contact finish specifications are equivalent, with both parts featuring gold plating at 15.0µin (0.38µm) thickness on mating contacts.

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