TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors 6-968972-1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors 6-968972-1 is a 12-position rectangular connector receptacle housing with 5.00mm pitch, designed for crimp contact termination in free-hanging in-line applications. This connector operates across an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 120°C and is manufactured from polyamide nylon material. The part is currently active in production status with ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating. Substitute parts are necessary when specific color requirements, material specifications, or inventory availability necessitate alternative housing variants within the MCP series that maintain identical electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	12
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)
Number of Rows	3
Row Spacing	0.217" (5.51mm)
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Lock
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 120°C
Series	MCP
Product Status	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution within the TE Connectivity MCP series rectangular connector housings is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters: connector type (receptacle), contact type (female socket), number of positions (12), pitch (5.00mm), number of rows (3), row spacing (5.51mm), mounting type (free hanging in-line), contact termination (crimp), fastening type (latch lock), and operating temperature range (-40°C to 120°C). All substitute parts maintain these identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Variations between the main part and substitutes are limited to housing color and insulation material composition, which do not affect functional compatibility or electrical performance. All substitute parts retain active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	6-968972-1 (Main)	5-968972-1	7-968972-1	8-968972-1
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors	TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Number of Positions	12	12	12	12
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.197" (5.00mm)
Number of Rows	3	3	3	3
Row Spacing	0.217" (5.51mm)	0.217" (5.51mm)	0.217" (5.51mm)	0.217" (5.51mm)
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Lock	Latch Lock	Latch Lock	Latch Lock
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 120°C	-40°C to 120°C	-40°C to 120°C	-40°C to 120°C
Series	MCP	MCP	MCP	MCP
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Color	Blue	Violet	Natural	Green
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Glass Filled	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Glass Filled
Inventory (Pcs)	1529	1871	3192	6872

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four parts within this substitution group maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, active product status, and ROHS3 compliance. Selection between 6-968972-1, 5-968972-1, 7-968972-1, and 8-968972-1 is determined by application-specific requirements for housing color and material composition. The main part 6-968972-1 features polyamide nylon insulation material in blue color. Substitute 5-968972-1 provides polyamide nylon insulation in violet color. Substitutes 7-968972-1 and 8-968972-1 feature polybutylene terephthalate glass-filled insulation in natural and green colors respectively. All parts are suitable for identical connector applications and maintain full compatibility with MCP series crimp contacts and mating plugs. Inventory availability ranges from 1529 to 6872 pieces across the group.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5-968972-1, 7-968972-1, and 8-968972-1 be used interchangeably with 6-968972-1 in the same application?

A: Yes. All four parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications including connector type, contact type, position count, pitch, row configuration, mounting type, termination method, fastening mechanism, and operating temperature range. Substitution is electrically and mechanically compatible.

Q: What is the difference between the main part and the substitutes?

A: The primary differences are housing color and insulation material composition. The main part 6-968972-1 uses polyamide nylon in blue. Substitute 5-968972-1 uses polyamide nylon in violet. Substitutes 7-968972-1 and 8-968972-1 use polybutylene terephthalate glass-filled material in natural and green colors respectively. These variations do not affect electrical performance or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are all parts in this group ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All four parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification and maintain unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1).

Q: Which substitute has the highest inventory availability?

A: Part 8-968972-1 has the highest inventory with 6872 pieces in stock, followed by 7-968972-1 with 3192 pieces, 5-968972-1 with 1871 pieces, and the main part 6-968972-1 with 1529 pieces.

Q: Do these connectors include contacts?

A: No. All parts in this group are connector housings only. Contacts are not included and must be ordered separately.

Q: What is the pitch specification for these rectangular connectors?

A: The pitch is 0.197 inches or 5.00mm. This specification is identical across all four parts and determines compatibility with MCP series contacts and mating connectors.

Q: Can I use these housings with different contact types?

A: No. These housings are designed specifically for female socket contacts with crimp termination. The housing geometry and latch lock fastening mechanism are configured for this contact type only.

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