TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796460-2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796460-2 is a 2 Position Wire to Board Terminal Block designed for vertical mounting with through-hole PCB attachment. This component features a 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch and operates at 10 A and 300 V, accommodating wire gauges from 14-22 AWG. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts must maintain electrical performance specifications and mechanical compatibility while offering current product availability and compliance status.

Substiute Parts

796460-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1118796460-2 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1776259-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 36401776259-2 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

0397000902

MolexIn Stock: 80380397000902 Datasheet

SimilarRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 796460-2 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters: 2 positions per level, 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch, vertical with board mating orientation, 10 A current rating, 300 V voltage rating, 14-22 AWG wire gauge accommodation, and through-hole mounting configuration. All substitute parts must maintain these electrical and mechanical specifications to ensure direct functional replacement without circuit redesign or PCB layout modification.

The identified substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Direct Manufacturer Equivalent (TE Connectivity): Part 1776259-2 represents the active production successor within the same manufacturer family, maintaining identical electrical ratings and mechanical form factor while incorporating updated housing material and wire termination technology.

Cross-Manufacturer Alternative (Molex): Part 0397000902 provides functional equivalence from an alternative manufacturer, meeting all critical electrical and mechanical parameters while utilizing different wire termination methodology and contact plating specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

TE Connectivity 1776259-2 is the primary substitute for obsolete 796460-2 applications. Both components originate from the same manufacturer family and maintain identical electrical specifications and mechanical form factor. The 1776259-2 offers active product status with ROHS3 compliance, addressing regulatory requirements for new designs. Housing material differs (PA66 versus PA FR15), and wire termination methodology has been updated to leg spring and push-in spring technology. The operating temperature range remains -55°C to 105°C, ensuring thermal compatibility with the original specification.

Molex 0397000902 provides a cross-manufacturer alternative meeting all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. This component maintains 10 A current rating, 300 V voltage rating, 2-position configuration, and 5.00mm pitch. The operating temperature range is -40°C to 105°C, which covers the upper operational envelope of the original part. Contact plating differs (tin plated versus nickel tin plated), and wire termination utilizes push button clamp technology. ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status are provided. This option is suitable for applications where cross-manufacturer sourcing is acceptable and lower minimum operating temperature (-40°C versus -55°C) does not present a constraint.

Selection between these substitutes depends on design requirements for minimum operating temperature, wire termination interface preference, and manufacturer qualification status within the end application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 1776259-2 directly replace 796460-2 without PCB layout modification?

A: Yes. Both components share identical pitch (5.00mm), position count (2), mating orientation (vertical with board), and through-hole mounting configuration. PCB footprint compatibility is maintained.

Q: What is the primary difference between 796460-2 and 1776259-2?

A: The 1776259-2 is the active production equivalent. Key differences include housing material (PA66 versus PA FR15), wire termination technology (leg spring/push-in spring versus spring cage/tension clamp), and RoHS compliance status (ROHS3 compliant versus non-compliant). Electrical ratings and mechanical dimensions remain identical.

Q: Is the Molex 0397000902 suitable for applications requiring -55°C operation?

A: No. The Molex part specifies -40°C minimum operating temperature, whereas the original 796460-2 and TE Connectivity 1776259-2 both support -55°C. Applications requiring -55°C operation must use the TE Connectivity 1776259-2.

Q: Do all three parts accommodate 14-22 AWG wire gauges?

A: Yes. All three components (796460-2, 1776259-2, and 0397000902) accept wire gauges from 14-22 AWG.

Q: What is the difference in wire termination between these parts?

A: The 796460-2 uses spring cage and tension clamp termination. The 1776259-2 uses leg spring and push-in spring termination. The 0397000902 uses push button clamp termination. All are screwless termination methods suitable for the specified wire gauge range.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: No. The 796460-2 is RoHS non-compliant. Both 1776259-2 and 0397000902 are ROHS3 compliant, making them suitable for applications with RoHS compliance requirements.

Q: What is the current and voltage rating for all substitute parts?

A: All three components are rated for 10 A current and 300 V voltage, maintaining identical electrical performance specifications.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in existing designs?

A: The TE Connectivity 1776259-2 provides direct functional replacement for 796460-2. The Molex 0397000902 provides functional equivalence with the noted exception of minimum operating temperature (-40°C versus -55°C). Wire termination interface differences may require operator training or equipment adjustment depending on assembly methodology.