Amphenol ICC 68710-170 Rectangular Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 68710-170 is a shrouded rectangular header connector with 40 positions arranged in 2 rows, featuring 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and through-hole mounting. This connector is part of the Quickie™ series and is designed for board-to-cable/wire applications with press-fit and solder termination options. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for ongoing system support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

68710-170

Amphenol ICC (FCI)In Stock: 71668710-170 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1658694-6

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 20671658694-6 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 68710-170 is constrained by the following critical parameters that must align between the main part and any equivalent:

• Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) - determines mechanical and electrical compatibility
• Connector Type: Header with male pins
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall configuration
• Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze or equivalent
• Contact Finish: Gold or gold-based plating on mating surfaces
• Number of Rows: 2-row configuration
• Fastening Type: Mechanical latch or equivalent retention mechanism

The identified substitute part TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1658694-6 shares the core electrical and mechanical characteristics required for functional equivalence. However, this substitute operates at a reduced position count (10 positions versus 40 positions), which represents a significant design constraint. This part should be evaluated only in applications where the lower position count is acceptable or where multiple connectors can be used in parallel.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 1658694-6 is an active product with current manufacturing support and ROHS3 compliance, providing advantages over the obsolete 68710-170 in terms of long-term availability and regulatory alignment. Both connectors share identical pitch spacing (0.100"), row configuration (2 rows), shrouding design (4-wall), and contact material specifications (Phosphor Bronze with gold plating).

The primary design consideration is the position count differential: the substitute provides 10 positions compared to the original 40 positions. This reduction requires circuit redesign or implementation of multiple connector instances to achieve equivalent total contact capacity. The substitute's push-pull fastening mechanism differs from the original latch lock/eject hooks, necessitating mechanical interface verification.

The substitute's specified operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 105°C) and current rating (1A per contact) provide defined electrical performance parameters absent from the original part specification. These parameters should be cross-referenced with application requirements to confirm suitability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1658694-6 directly replace the 68710-170 in existing designs?

A: Direct replacement is not possible due to the position count mismatch (10 versus 40 positions). The substitute can only be used in applications where the reduced contact count is acceptable or where multiple units can be deployed in parallel.

Q: Are the mating pitch and row spacing identical between these connectors?

A: Yes. Both connectors operate at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch with 0.100" row spacing, ensuring mechanical compatibility at the contact interface level.

Q: What is the difference between the fastening mechanisms?

A: The 68710-170 uses latch lock/eject hooks for retention, while the 1658694-6 uses a push-pull mechanism. These require different mating connector designs and cannot be interchanged without mechanical interface modification.

Q: Does the substitute meet current regulatory requirements?

A: The 1658694-6 is ROHS3 compliant, whereas the 68710-170 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations, the substitute provides compliance alignment.

Q: Are the contact materials and finishes compatible?

A: Both connectors use Phosphor Bronze base material with gold or gold-based mating surface finishes at equivalent thickness (30.0µin). Contact material compatibility is established.

Q: What is the packaging difference between these parts?

A: The 68710-170 packaging is not specified in available data. The 1658694-6 is supplied in tray packaging.

Q: Are there electrical performance specifications for the substitute?

A: The 1658694-6 specifies 1A per contact current rating and -65°C ~ 105°C operating temperature range. The original part does not provide these specifications, requiring application-level verification of compatibility.