TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors 7-968970-1 Rectangular Connector Housing

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors 7-968970-1 is a 6-position rectangular connector housing designed for receptacle applications with a 5.00mm pitch. This component serves as the housing structure for female socket contacts in the MCP series and is classified as a free-hanging, in-line connector. The part is Active in product status and maintains full RoHS3 compliance with REACH unaffected designation. Equivalent substitute parts exist within the same product family to accommodate specific application requirements, particularly regarding insulation material composition and color specifications.

Substiute Parts

7-968970-1

TE Connectivity Deutsch ConnectorsIn Stock: 9697-968970-1 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

6-968970-1

TE Connectivity Deutsch ConnectorsIn Stock: 22866-968970-1 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 7-968970-1 rectangular connector housing are determined by strict equivalence in the following critical parameters:

• Number of Positions: 6
• Pitch: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Number of Rows: 3
• Row Spacing: 0.217" (5.51mm)
• Connector Type: Receptacle
• Contact Type: Female Socket
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Contact Termination: Crimp
• Fastening Type: Latch Lock
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 120°C
• Product Status: Active
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute parts may differ in the following non-critical parameters:

• Color (Natural vs. Blue)
• Insulation Material (Polybutylene Terephthalate Glass Filled vs. Polyamide Nylon)

The 6-968970-1 substitute part maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the 7-968970-1 while offering alternative material and color options for specific application environments.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the 7-968970-1 and 6-968970-1 are Active products with full ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, making them suitable for current design implementations. Selection between these parts should be based on application-specific requirements regarding insulation material performance and connector identification through color coding.

The 7-968970-1 features Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) glass-filled insulation material with Natural color designation. The 6-968970-1 features Polyamide (PA) Nylon insulation material with Blue color designation. Both materials support the identical operating temperature range of -40°C to 120°C and maintain equivalent electrical and mechanical performance characteristics within the MCP series specification.

Component selection should account for environmental exposure conditions, chemical compatibility requirements, and system-level color coding standards. Both parts carry Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), indicating no special moisture handling precautions are required during storage or assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the 7-968970-1 and 6-968970-1 directly interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications including pitch, number of positions, row configuration, mounting type, contact termination method, and fastening mechanism. They differ only in insulation material composition and color.

Q: What is the primary difference between these substitute parts?

A: The 7-968970-1 uses Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) glass-filled insulation with Natural color, while the 6-968970-1 uses Polyamide (PA) Nylon insulation with Blue color. Both materials support the same operating temperature range and environmental compliance standards.

Q: Do these connector housings include contacts?

A: No. Both the 7-968970-1 and 6-968970-1 are housings only. Female socket contacts must be procured separately and installed via crimp termination.

Q: What is the significance of the color difference?

A: Color serves as a visual identifier for connector type and application classification within system designs. Selection between Natural and Blue should align with established color-coding standards in the target application.

Q: Are both parts suitable for high-temperature applications?

A: Yes. Both the 7-968970-1 and 6-968970-1 support operating temperatures from -40°C to 120°C, making them suitable for standard industrial and automotive applications within this thermal range.

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

A: Both parts carry Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), indicating no special moisture control measures are required during storage, handling, or assembly processes.

Q: Are these parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 7-968970-1 and 6-968970-1 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing and distribution.