Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 76308-236LF

Part Overview

The 76308-236LF is a 36-position rectangular receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (FCI) from the BergCon® series. This through-hole connector features a 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and gold-plated mating contacts, designed for board-to-board or cable applications. The part is currently active in production with 1022 units in stock. Substitute parts are necessary when specific design requirements, packaging preferences, or supply chain considerations necessitate alternative connector configurations while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Receptacle
Number of Positions	36
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Type	Female Socket
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 76308-236LF is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Receptacle with female socket contacts
Position Count & Pitch: 36 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
Mechanical Compatibility: Insulation height of 0.335" (8.51mm) and square contact shape
Fastening Mechanism: Push-pull fastening type
Compliance Standards: UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance

The substitute parts PPPC361LFBN-RC and PPTC361LFBN-RC meet these core substitution criteria. Both are header connectors (complementary to receptacle configuration) manufactured by Sullins Connector Solutions with identical position counts, pitch specifications, mounting methods, and flammability ratings. The primary distinction between substitutes is the mating contact finish: PPPC361LFBN-RC features gold plating, while PPTC361LFBN-RC uses tin plating.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	76308-236LF (Main Part)	PPPC361LFBN-RC (Substitute 1)	PPTC361LFBN-RC (Substitute 2)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Sullins Connector Solutions	Sullins Connector Solutions
Connector Type	Receptacle	Header	Header
Number of Positions	36	36	36
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Tin
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	Not specified	3A	3A
Voltage Rating	Not specified	250V	250V
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Packaging	Tube	Tray	Tray
Product Status	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both substitute parts maintain active product status and meet or exceed the compliance requirements of the main part. PPPC361LFBN-RC is the preferred substitute when mating contact finish consistency with the original gold-plated specification is required. PPTC361LFBN-RC serves as an alternative when tin-plated mating contacts are acceptable for the application. Both substitutes provide documented operating temperature ranges (-40°C ~ 105°C) and electrical ratings (3A at 250V) that were not specified for the main part, offering additional design margin documentation. The transition from tube to tray packaging in substitute parts reflects standard industry distribution practices and does not affect connector functionality. Both substitute manufacturers maintain ROHS3 compliance, exceeding the RoHS compliance status of the original part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PPPC361LFBN-RC and PPTC361LFBN-RC be used interchangeably with 76308-236LF?

A: Both substitutes are mechanically and electrically compatible with the 76308-236LF. The primary difference is connector type (header versus receptacle) and mating contact finish. PPPC361LFBN-RC maintains gold plating for direct finish compatibility, while PPTC361LFBN-RC uses tin plating. Selection depends on application requirements for contact finish and mating partner specifications.

Q: What is the difference between the two substitute parts?

A: PPPC361LFBN-RC features gold-plated mating contacts, while PPTC361LFBN-RC features tin-plated mating contacts. Both share identical mechanical dimensions, position counts, pitch specifications, and electrical ratings. Contact finish selection should align with the mating connector specification and application corrosion resistance requirements.

Q: Does the packaging change from tube to tray affect compatibility?

A: No. Packaging format (tube versus tray) is a distribution and handling consideration only and does not affect connector electrical or mechanical performance. Both packaging types preserve component integrity and moisture sensitivity level 1 status.

Q: Are the substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both PPPC361LFBN-RC and PPTC361LFBN-RC are ROHS3 compliant, which exceeds the RoHS compliance status of the original 76308-236LF part.

Q: What operating temperature range should be used for design calculations?

A: The substitute parts specify -40°C ~ 105°C operating temperature. The original part does not specify an operating temperature range. Use the substitute specification (-40°C ~ 105°C) as the documented thermal operating envelope for this connector family.

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