Amphenol ICC 68705-109HLF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68705-109HLF is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This 9-position, single-row connector operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and is part of the BERGSTIK® II series. The part is currently in active product status with 727 units in stock. Substitute parts are necessary when the primary part becomes unavailable, when specific compliance requirements must be met, or when design revisions require alternative contact finishes or insulation materials.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	9
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 68705-109HLF is determined by the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Configuration: Header, 9-position, single-row, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination with push-pull fastening
Contact Geometry: Male pin contacts with square shape
Electrical Safety: UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Environmental Compliance: MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity

All substitute parts listed maintain these core parameters. Variations in contact finish (gold, tin, tin-lead), contact material (phosphor bronze vs. copper alloy), insulation material (thermoplastic, LCP, or PBT), and operating temperature ranges are secondary parameters that do not prevent functional substitution but may affect performance characteristics in specific applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	68705-109HLF (Amphenol ICC)	4-103741-0-09 (TE Connectivity)	5-146278-9 (TE Connectivity)	5-146280-9 (TE Connectivity)	PBC09SAAN (Sullins)	PEC09SAAN (Sullins)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	Sullins Connector Solutions	Sullins Connector Solutions
Series	BERGSTIK® II	AMPMODU Mod II	AMPMODU Mod II	AMPMODU Mod II	-	-
Product Status	Active	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
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)
Number of Positions	9	9	9	9	9	9
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.200" (5.08mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.395" (10.03mm)	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Tin-Lead	Tin	Gold	Gold	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	-	Thermoplastic	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Voltage Rating	110V	-	-	-	-	-
Operating Temperature	-	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Inventory (Pcs)	727	1340	1757	5290	2973	1413

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Active Status, Full Compliance)

The 5-146280-9 (TE Connectivity) and PBC09SAAN (Sullins) are the preferred substitutes. Both parts maintain active product status and meet current RoHS compliance requirements. The 5-146280-9 offers gold mating contact finish with 15.0µin thickness and operates across -65°C to 105°C. The PBC09SAAN provides gold mating contact finish with 10.0µin thickness and extends operating temperature to -65°C to 125°C, with ROHS3 compliance and PBT insulation material.

Secondary Substitutes (Active Status, Compliance Variations)

The 5-146278-9 (TE Connectivity) is active and ROHS3 compliant with tin mating contact finish and LCP insulation. The PEC09SAAN (Sullins) is active and ROHS3 compliant with tin mating contact finish and PBT insulation, also rated to -65°C to 125°C.

Obsolete Substitute (Not Recommended for New Designs)

The 4-103741-0-09 (TE Connectivity) is marked as obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. This part should not be selected for new designs or long-term applications.

Current Rating Consideration

The 68705-109HLF is rated at 5A, while all substitute parts are rated at 3A. Applications requiring the full 5A current capacity must account for this reduction in substitute parts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use any of these substitute parts interchangeably with the 68705-109HLF?

A: All listed substitutes share the same core connector configuration: 9-position, single-row, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, through-hole solder termination, and push-pull fastening. However, the 68705-109HLF is rated at 5A while substitutes are rated at 3A. Verify that your application does not exceed 3A before substituting. Additionally, contact length variations (ranging from 0.395" to 0.450" overall) may affect board layout and mating depth.

Q: What is the difference between the TE Connectivity and Sullins options?

A: TE Connectivity parts (4-103741-0-09, 5-146278-9, 5-146280-9) use either thermoplastic or LCP insulation materials. Sullins parts (PBC09SAAN, PEC09SAAN) use PBT insulation and offer extended operating temperature to -65°C to 125°C compared to TE's -65°C to 105°C. Sullins parts also have MSL ratings listed as Not Applicable rather than MSL 1.

Q: Why is the 4-103741-0-09 marked as obsolete?

A: The 4-103741-0-09 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. It uses tin-lead contact finish and thermoplastic insulation. This part should not be selected for new designs or applications requiring RoHS compliance.

Q: What are the contact finish options among substitutes?

A: Substitutes offer three contact finish options for mating surfaces: gold (5-146280-9, PBC09SAAN), tin (5-146278-9, PEC09SAAN), and tin-lead (4-103741-0-09). Gold finishes provide superior corrosion resistance. Tin finishes are cost-effective and RoHS compliant. Tin-lead is obsolete and non-compliant.

Q: How do insulation material differences affect performance?

A: The 68705-109HLF uses unspecified insulation material. Substitutes use thermoplastic (TE 4-103741-0-09), LCP (TE 5-146278-9, 5-146280-9), or PBT (Sullins PBC09SAAN, PEC09SAAN). LCP and PBT offer superior thermal and chemical resistance compared to thermoplastic. PBT-based Sullins parts support higher operating temperatures (-65°C to 125°C).

Q: Are there RoHS compliance differences I should consider?

A: The 68705-109HLF is RoHS Compliant. Among substitutes, 5-146280-9, PBC09SAAN, and PEC09SAAN are RoHS or ROHS3 compliant. The 5-146278-9 is ROHS3 compliant. The 4-103741-0-09 is RoHS non-compliant and should not be used in applications requiring RoHS certification.

Q: What inventory levels are available?

A: The 68705-109HLF has 727 units in stock. Among substitutes, 5-146280-9 offers the highest inventory at 5290 units, followed by PBC09SAAN at 2973 units, 5-146278-9 at 1757 units, 4-103741-0-09 at 1340 units, and PEC09SAAN at 1413 units.

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