TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796462-9 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 796462-9 is a 9-position wire-to-board terminal block designed for side entry applications with a 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch. This component features horizontal board mounting through-hole configuration and operates within a 300 V, 10 A electrical specification range. The part belongs to the Buchanan series and utilizes screwless spring cage tension clamp wire termination technology.

The 796462-9 carries an obsolete product status, making it necessary to identify functionally equivalent alternatives for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering improved availability and compliance characteristics.

Substiute Parts

796462-9

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 849796462-9 Datasheet

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1776261-9

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 8281776261-9 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 796462-9 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Current rating: 10 A minimum
• Voltage rating: 300 V minimum
• Wire gauge acceptance: 14-22 AWG
• Contact material and plating: Brass with Nickel Tin plating

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Number of positions: 9 positions
• Pitch spacing: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Mating orientation: Horizontal with board
• Mounting configuration: Through hole
• Operating temperature range: -55°C to 105°C minimum

Functional Compatibility Parameters:

• Wire termination method: Screwless spring-based technology
• Series classification: Buchanan series
• Housing material: Polyamide construction

The substitute part 1776261-9 meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters while offering enhanced product status and regulatory compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 1776261-9 serves as the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 796462-9 terminal block. Both components maintain identical electrical ratings (10 A, 300 V), mechanical configuration (9-position, 5.00mm pitch, through-hole mounting), and operational temperature range (-55°C to 105°C).

The primary distinction between these parts lies in product lifecycle status and regulatory compliance. The 796462-9 is classified as obsolete with non-compliant RoHS status, while the 1776261-9 maintains active product status with full RoHS compliance. Both components utilize polyamide housing materials and employ screwless spring-based wire termination methods, ensuring functional interchangeability within the Buchanan series.

For new designs and production applications requiring 9-position, 5.00mm pitch terminal blocks with 10 A current capacity and 300 V voltage rating, the 1776261-9 is the appropriate selection. This substitute part provides equivalent electrical and mechanical performance with enhanced product availability and regulatory alignment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1776261-9 directly replace the 796462-9 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share identical electrical ratings (10 A, 300 V), mechanical configuration (9 positions, 5.00mm pitch, through-hole mounting), and operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C). The wire gauge acceptance (14-22 AWG) and contact material specifications (Brass - Nickel Tin Plated) are identical, ensuring direct functional compatibility.

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

A: The 796462-9 uses spring cage tension clamp termination, while the 1776261-9 uses leg spring push-in spring termination. Both employ screwless spring-based technology and accept the same wire gauge range (14-22 AWG), maintaining functional equivalence for wire connection applications.

Q: Why is the 796462-9 listed as obsolete?

A: The 796462-9 carries obsolete product status, indicating it is no longer in active production. The 1776261-9 represents the current active equivalent within the Buchanan series, providing continued availability for applications requiring 9-position, 5.00mm pitch terminal blocks.

Q: Does the housing material difference affect compatibility?

A: No. The 796462-9 uses Polyamide (PA FR15) Nylon FR15, while the 1776261-9 uses Polyamide (PA66) Nylon 6/6. Both are polyamide-based materials suitable for the same operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C) and electrical environment (300 V, 10 A). The material difference does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of RoHS compliance for the 1776261-9?

A: The 1776261-9 is RoHS compliant, meeting regulatory requirements for restricted hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. The 796462-9 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations or requiring compliance documentation, the 1776261-9 is the appropriate selection.

Q: Are the pitch and position specifications identical?

A: Yes. Both the 796462-9 and 1776261-9 feature 9 positions with 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch spacing. This identical configuration ensures PCB footprint compatibility and mechanical interchangeability without design modifications.

Q: What packaging is available for the 1776261-9?

A: The 1776261-9 is supplied in bulk packaging. The 796462-9 packaging specification was not provided in the available documentation.