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Equivalent & Substitute Parts for TE Connectivity 746862-4 D-Sub Connector
Part Overview
The TE Connectivity 746862-4 is a 9-position D-Sub plug connector with IDC ribbon cable termination, part of the AMPLIMITE HDF-20 series. This connector features male pins, tin-plated steel shell, and gold-plated contacts rated for 1.25A at operating temperatures from -55°C to 105°C. The product is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute components that maintain functional compatibility within the D-Sub connector category. Substitute parts are available from both TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC manufacturers, with varying electrical ratings and mechanical configurations.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | 746862-4 Specification |
|---|---|
| Connector Style | D-Sub |
| Connector Type | Plug, Male Pins |
| Number of Positions | 9 |
| Number of Rows | 2 |
| Shell Size, Connector Layout | 1 (DE, E) |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) |
| Termination | IDC, Ribbon Cable |
| Shell Material, Finish | Steel, Tin Plated |
| Contact Finish | Gold |
| Current Rating (Amps) | 1.25A |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C ~ 105°C |
| Contact Type | Signal |
| Flange Feature | Housing/Shell (4-40) |
| Features | Feed Through, Grounding Indents |
| Color | Black |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic |
| Contact Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Material Flammability Rating | UL94 V-0 |
| RoHS Status | RoHS non-compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| Product Status | Obsolete |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitution of the TE Connectivity 746862-4 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:
Core Compatibility Parameters:
- Connector Style: D-Sub (required)
- Connector Type: Plug, Male Pins (required)
- Number of Positions: 9 (required)
- Number of Rows: 2 (required)
- Shell Size, Connector Layout: 1 (DE, E) (required)
- Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line) (required)
- Termination: IDC, Ribbon Cable (required)
- Contact Type: Signal (required)
Electrical Performance Parameters:
- Current Rating: Substitute parts must equal or exceed 1.25A
- Operating Temperature: Substitute parts must support the -55°C to 105°C range or a subset thereof
Mechanical Configuration Parameters:
- Flange Feature: Varies by substitute (Housing/Shell 4-40, Housing/Shell Unthreaded, Mating Side Female Screwlock, Cable Side configurations available)
- Shell Material, Finish: Steel with Tin or Nickel plating
- Contact Finish: Gold plating
- Features: Feed Through, Grounding Indents, with Strain Relief available in substitutes
Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: direct manufacturer equivalents from TE Connectivity and cross-manufacturer alternatives from Amphenol ICC. All substitute parts maintain the 9-position D-Sub configuration and IDC ribbon cable termination required for functional replacement.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | 746862-4 | 5746862-4 | L117DEFRAA09P | L117DEFRB09P | L117DEFRBA09P | L117DEFRCA09P | L117DEFRDA09P | L17DEFRA09PC309 | L17DEFRAA09P | L17DEFRAA09PC309 | L17DEFRB09PC309 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TE Connectivity | TE Connectivity | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC |
| Connector Style | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub | D-Sub |
| Connector Type | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins | Plug, Male Pins |
| Number of Positions | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Number of Rows | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Shell Size, Connector Layout | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) | 1 (DE, E) |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Free Hanging (In-Line) |
| Termination | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable | IDC, Ribbon Cable |
| Shell Material, Finish | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Nickel Plated | Steel, Nickel Plated | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Nickel Plated | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Tin Plated | Steel, Nickel Plated | Steel, Nickel Plated |
| Contact Finish | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold | Gold |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30.0µin (0.76µm) | Flash | 15.0µin (0.38µm) | 15.0µin (0.38µm) | 15.0µin (0.38µm) | 15.0µin (0.38µm) | 15.0µin (0.38µm) | 30.0µin (0.76µm) | Flash | 30.0µin (0.76µm) | 30.0µin (0.76µm) |
| Current Rating (Amps) | 1.25A | 1.25A | 5A | 3A | 3A | 5A | 3A | 3A | 3A | 5A | 5A |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C ~ 105°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -40°C ~ 125°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -40°C ~ 125°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -55°C ~ 105°C | -25°C ~ 85°C | -25°C ~ 85°C |
| Contact Type | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal | Signal |
| Flange Feature | Housing/Shell (4-40) | Housing/Shell (4-40) | Mating Side, Female Screwlock (M3) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Cable Side (M3) | Mating Side, Female Screwlock (4-40) | Cable Side (4-40) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Mating Side, Female Screwlock (M3) | Mating Side, Female Screwlock (M3) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) |
| Features | Feed Through, Grounding Indents | Feed Through, Grounding Indents | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief | Feed Through, Grounding Indents, Strain Relief |
| Color | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic | Thermoplastic | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled | Thermoplastic, Glass Filled |
| Contact Material | Phosphor Bronze | Phosphor Bronze | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass |
| Material Flammability Rating | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 | UL94 V-0 |
| RoHS Status | RoHS non-compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant | RoHS Compliant |
| Product Status | Obsolete | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active |
Engineering Selection Recommendations
Direct Manufacturer Equivalent:
The TE Connectivity 5746862-4 is the primary direct equivalent to the obsolete 746862-4. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications within the AMPLIMITE HDF-20 series, including 9-position D-Sub configuration, 1.25A current rating, and -55°C to 105°C operating temperature range. The 5746862-4 is classified as active product status and is RoHS compliant, addressing regulatory requirements that the original part does not meet. The primary difference is contact finish thickness specification (Flash versus 30.0µin), which does not affect functional compatibility. This part is the recommended direct replacement for applications requiring identical electrical performance and mechanical interface.
Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives from Amphenol ICC:
Amphenol ICC DFR series connectors provide functional substitutes with enhanced electrical ratings and mechanical features. These parts maintain the 9-position D-Sub configuration, IDC ribbon cable termination, and free-hanging in-line mounting required for compatibility. All Amphenol ICC alternatives are RoHS compliant and active products.
Selection among Amphenol ICC alternatives depends on specific application requirements:
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L117DEFRAA09P, L117DEFRCA09P, L17DEFRAA09PC309, L17DEFRB09PC309: These parts support 5A current rating, exceeding the 1.25A specification of the original part. Operating temperature ranges vary (L117DEFRAA09P and L117DEFRCA09P support -40°C to 125°C; L17DEFRAA09PC309 and L17DEFRB09PC309 support -25°C to 85°C). These are suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity.
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L117DEFRB09P, L117DEFRBA09P, L117DEFRDA09P, L17DEFRA09PC309, L17DEFRAA09P: These parts support 3A current rating, exceeding the 1.25A specification. Operating temperature ranges support -55°C to 105°C (L117DEFRB09P, L117DEFRBA09P, L117DEFRDA09P, L17DEFRA09PC309, L17DEFRAA09P), matching the original part's thermal envelope.
All Amphenol ICC alternatives include strain relief features not present in the original 746862-4, providing enhanced mechanical durability. Flange feature configurations vary (Housing/Shell Unthreaded, Mating Side Female Screwlock M3 or 4-40, Cable Side M3 or 4-40), requiring verification against specific mounting requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can the TE Connectivity 5746862-4 be used as a direct replacement for the 746862-4?
A: Yes. The 5746862-4 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications as the 746862-4, including 9-position D-Sub configuration, 1.25A current rating, -55°C to 105°C operating temperature, and IDC ribbon cable termination. The 5746862-4 is active product status and RoHS compliant, making it the recommended direct equivalent for obsolete part replacement.
Q: What are the key differences between TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC substitute options?
A: TE Connectivity 5746862-4 provides identical electrical performance to the original 746862-4. Amphenol ICC DFR series alternatives offer enhanced current ratings (3A to 5A versus 1.25A), strain relief features, and glass-filled dielectric materials. All alternatives maintain the 9-position D-Sub configuration and IDC ribbon cable termination. Selection depends on whether higher current capacity and enhanced mechanical features are required for the application.
Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?
A: The original 746862-4 is RoHS non-compliant. The TE Connectivity 5746862-4 and all Amphenol ICC alternatives (L117DEFRAA09P, L117DEFRB09P, L117DEFRBA09P, L117DEFRCA09P, L117DEFRDA09P, L17DEFRA09PC309, L17DEFRAA09P, L17DEFRAA09PC309, L17DEFRB09PC309) are RoHS compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements.
Q: What is the significance of flange feature differences among Amphenol ICC alternatives?
A: Flange features determine the mechanical mounting interface. Options include Housing/Shell (Unthreaded), Mating Side Female Screwlock (M3 or 4-40), and Cable Side (M3 or 4-40). The original 746862-4 specifies Housing/Shell (4-40). Amphenol ICC alternatives with different flange features may require mechanical interface verification to ensure compatibility with existing mating connectors or mounting hardware.
Q: Do all substitute parts support the same operating temperature range as the original 746862-4?
A: The original 746862-4 operates from -55°C to 105°C. TE Connectivity 5746862-4 matches this range. Amphenol ICC alternatives vary: L117DEFRAA09P and L117DEFRCA09P support -40°C to 125°C; L117DEFRB09P, L117DEFRBA09P, L117DEFRDA09P, and L17DEFRA09PC309 support -55°C to 105°C; L17DEFRAA09P supports -55°C to 105°C; L17DEFRAA09PC309 and L17DEFRB09PC309 support -25°C to 85°C. Application thermal requirements must be verified against selected substitute part specifications.
Q: What is the difference between contact finish thickness specifications (30.0µin, 15.0µin, and Flash)?
A: Contact finish thickness affects contact durability and wear resistance. The original 746862-4 specifies 30.0µin (0.76µm) gold plating. TE Connectivity 5746862-4 specifies Flash thickness. Amphenol ICC alternatives specify either 15.0µin (0.38µm) or 30.0µin (0.76µm). All specifications meet signal-level contact requirements. Higher thickness provides extended contact life in high-cycle mating applications.
Q: Are substitute parts available in the same packaging as the original 746862-4?
A: The original 746862-4 packaging is not specified in available data. TE Connectivity 5746862-4 is supplied in Tube packaging. Amphenol ICC alternatives are supplied in Tray packaging. Packaging differences do not affect functional compatibility but may impact inventory management and handling procedures.
Q: Can Amphenol ICC parts with higher current ratings (3A or 5A) be used in applications designed for 1.25A?
A: Yes. Higher current ratings indicate greater capacity and are backward compatible with lower-current applications. Amphenol ICC alternatives rated at 3A or 5A can be used in 1.25A applications without functional degradation. The connector will operate within its design envelope with margin for current transients or future application modifications.
Q: What is the significance of strain relief features present in Amphenol ICC alternatives but not in the original 746862-4?
A: Strain relief features mechanically protect the ribbon cable connection by distributing stress and preventing sharp bends at the termination point. Amphenol ICC alternatives include strain relief as a standard feature, providing enhanced mechanical durability compared to the original part. This feature does not affect electrical compatibility but improves long-term reliability in applications subject to vibration or mechanical stress.
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