TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796460-5 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796460-5 is a 5 Position Wire to Board Terminal Block designed for vertical mounting with through-hole PCB attachment. This component operates at 10 A and 300 V, accommodating wire gauges from 14-22 AWG with screwless spring cage termination. The part belongs to the Buchanan series and features a 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch configuration.

The 796460-5 is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent active alternatives necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. Substitute parts must maintain electrical performance specifications and mechanical compatibility while offering current product availability and updated compliance certifications.

Substiute Parts

796460-5

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1036796460-5 Datasheet

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1776259-5

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 8071776259-5 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 796460-5 is based on electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence within the Buchanan series terminal block family. The substitute part 1776259-5 maintains all critical functional parameters: 5-position configuration, 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch, 10 A current capacity, 300 V voltage rating, 14-22 AWG wire gauge compatibility, through-hole mounting, vertical board orientation, and identical operating temperature range.

The substitute part differs in the following non-critical parameters: housing material composition (Polyamide PA66 versus PA FR15), wire termination mechanism (Leg Spring Push-In Spring versus Tension Clamp), product status (Active versus Obsolete), and RoHS compliance certification (ROHS3 Compliant versus non-compliant). These differences do not affect electrical or mechanical interchangeability for standard applications.

Substitution is valid when the following parameters are matched:

• Positions Per Level: 5
• Pitch: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Current Rating: 10 A
• Voltage Rating: 300 V
• Wire Gauge: 14-22 AWG
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Mating Orientation: Vertical with Board

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 1776259-5 serves as the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 796460-5 within the Buchanan terminal block series. Both parts maintain identical electrical specifications (10 A, 300 V), mechanical configuration (5 positions, 0.197" pitch, through-hole mounting), and thermal operating range (-55°C to 105°C).

Selection of 1776259-5 is supported by the following factors:

Product Status: The 1776259-5 is classified as Active, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support, availability, and supply chain continuity. The 796460-5 is Obsolete, limiting future procurement options.

Compliance Certifications: The 1776259-5 holds ROHS3 compliance certification, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic components in restricted substance management. The 796460-5 is RoHS non-compliant, which may present compliance challenges in applications subject to RoHS directives.

Material Specifications: Both parts utilize identical contact material plating (Brass - Nickel Tin Plated) and clamp material plating (Steel, Stainless). Housing material differs (PA66 versus PA FR15), but both are polyamide-based materials suitable for the specified operating temperature range.

Wire Termination: The 1776259-5 employs Leg Spring Push-In Spring termination, while the 796460-5 uses Spring Cage Tension Clamp termination. Both are screwless mechanisms compatible with 14-22 AWG wire gauges.

For applications requiring RoHS compliance or long-term component availability, the 1776259-5 is the appropriate selection. For legacy systems currently utilizing 796460-5 components, the 1776259-5 provides electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the 796460-5 and 1776259-5 electrically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts operate at identical electrical specifications: 10 A current rating, 300 V voltage rating, and -55°C to 105°C operating temperature range. Contact material plating and clamp material plating are identical.

Q: What is the primary reason to substitute the 796460-5?

A: The 796460-5 is classified as Obsolete. The 1776259-5 is an Active product from the same manufacturer and series, ensuring continued availability and manufacturer support.

Q: Do the parts have the same physical dimensions and pitch?

A: Yes. Both parts feature 5 positions per level with a 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch. Both are configured for vertical mounting with through-hole PCB attachment. Physical compatibility is maintained.

Q: Are there differences in wire gauge compatibility?

A: No. Both parts accommodate 14-22 AWG wire gauges identically.

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

A: The 796460-5 uses Spring Cage Tension Clamp termination. The 1776259-5 uses Leg Spring Push-In Spring termination. Both are screwless mechanisms and both accept 14-22 AWG wire gauges.

Q: Does the housing material difference affect performance?

A: Both housing materials are polyamide-based (PA FR15 versus PA66). Both support the identical operating temperature range of -55°C to 105°C. Material differences do not affect electrical or thermal performance within specified operating conditions.

Q: Is the 1776259-5 RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The 1776259-5 is ROHS3 Compliant. The 796460-5 is RoHS non-compliant. Applications subject to RoHS directives require the 1776259-5.

Q: Are both parts available in the same packaging?

A: The 796460-5 packaging is not specified in available data. The 1776259-5 is supplied in Bulk packaging.

Q: Can the 1776259-5 be used as a direct replacement in existing designs?

A: Yes. Electrical specifications, mechanical configuration, pitch, position count, and operating temperature range are identical. The parts are functionally equivalent for standard applications.

Q: What is the Moisture Sensitivity Level for both parts?

A: Both parts have MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage or handling.