TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796462-5 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796462-5 is a 5 Position Wire to Board Terminal Block with horizontal board mounting and 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch spacing. This component belongs to the Buchanan series of terminal blocks and features screwless spring cage tension clamp wire termination for 14-22 AWG conductors. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for ongoing production and maintenance applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Positions Per Level	5
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)
Mating Orientation	Horizontal with Board
Current Rating	10 A
Voltage Rating	300 V
Wire Gauge	14-22 AWG
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 105°C
Contact Material	Brass - Nickel Tin Plated
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA)
Color	Green

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 796462-5 is based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

Current rating: 10 A
Voltage rating: 300 V
Wire gauge acceptance: 14-22 AWG
Operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 105°C

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

Number of positions: 5
Pitch spacing: 0.197" (5.00mm)
Mating orientation: Horizontal with Board
Mounting type: Through Hole
Contact material: Brass - Nickel Tin Plated
Housing material: Polyamide (PA)
Color: Green

The substitute part 1776261-5 maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. Differences in wire termination method (Leg Spring, Push-In Spring versus Tension Clamp) and housing material specification (PA66 versus PA FR15) do not affect functional compatibility within the defined parameter set. The substitute part carries active product status and RoHS compliance, addressing the obsolescence of the original component.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	796462-5 (Main Part)	1776261-5 (Substitute)	Compatibility
Positions Per Level	5	5	Equivalent
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.197" (5.00mm)	Equivalent
Mating Orientation	Horizontal with Board	Horizontal with Board	Equivalent
Current Rating	10 A	10 A	Equivalent
Voltage Rating	300 V	300 V	Equivalent
Wire Gauge	14-22 AWG	14-22 AWG	Equivalent
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Equivalent
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	Equivalent
Contact Material - Plating	Brass - Nickel Tin Plated	Brass - Nickel Tin Plated	Equivalent
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA FR15), Nylon FR15	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Compatible
Color	Green	Green	Equivalent
Wire Termination	Screwless - Spring Cage, Tension Clamp	Screwless - Leg Spring, Push-In Spring	Compatible
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Upgrade Path
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	Compliant Upgrade

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1776261-5 serves as the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 796462-5. Selection of the substitute part is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Consideration: The 796462-5 carries obsolete classification, limiting long-term availability. The 1776261-5 maintains active product status, ensuring continued supply and manufacturing support.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute part achieves RoHS compliance, whereas the original part does not. For applications subject to RoHS directives or customer requirements, the 1776261-5 provides compliant component selection.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: Both parts maintain identical current, voltage, temperature, pitch, and position specifications. Wire gauge acceptance and through-hole mounting characteristics are preserved.

Material and Termination Differences: The substitute employs PA66 housing material and push-in spring termination in place of PA FR15 and tension clamp termination. These differences do not compromise functional compatibility within the specified electrical and mechanical parameter envelope.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1776261-5 be used as a direct replacement for the 796462-5 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain equivalent electrical ratings (10 A, 300 V), identical pitch spacing (5.00mm), and compatible through-hole mounting. Wire gauge acceptance (14-22 AWG) and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C) are identical.

Q: What is the difference between the tension clamp and push-in spring termination methods?

A: The 796462-5 uses spring cage tension clamp termination, while the 1776261-5 uses leg spring push-in spring termination. Both are screwless wire termination methods. The push-in spring method in the substitute part provides equivalent electrical contact and mechanical retention within the specified current and voltage parameters.

Q: Does the housing material change from PA FR15 to PA66 affect performance?

A: No. Both polyamide materials maintain the same operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C) and electrical insulation properties required for this application. PA66 is a standard engineering polymer for terminal block housings.

Q: Is the 1776261-5 RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The 1776261-5 carries RoHS compliant status, whereas the 796462-5 does not. This makes the substitute part suitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the two parts?

A: The 796462-5 is supplied in unspecified packaging, while the 1776261-5 is supplied in bulk packaging. Both are new original stock components.

Q: Can both parts be used interchangeably on the same PCB?

A: Yes. Both parts feature identical through-hole mounting specifications, pitch spacing (5.00mm), and horizontal board orientation. PCB footprints are compatible.

Q: What is the current inventory status for each part?

A: The 796462-5 has 1069 pieces in stock (obsolete status). The 1776261-5 has 889 pieces in stock (active status). For new designs, the active part 1776261-5 is recommended.

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