Amphenol ICC 86385-136HLF Rectangular Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 86385-136HLF is a through-hole, right-angle rectangular connector header with 36 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, organized in 2 rows. This BERGSTIK® II series component features male pins with gold-plated mating contacts and phosphor bronze construction. The part is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production, maintenance, and design updates. Active alternatives from Sullins Connector Solutions and Samtec Inc. provide functional equivalence while maintaining compatibility with existing board designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 86385-136HLF is determined by strict adherence to the following parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Connector Type: Header (with or without breakaway feature)
Contact Type: Male Pin
Number of Positions: 36
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Insulation Color: Black
Style: Board to Board or Board to Board/Cable compatible

All four substitute parts meet these critical parameters. Variations in contact length, insulation height, contact finish composition, and operating temperature ranges do not preclude substitution when the above parameters align.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	86385-136HLF (Amphenol ICC)	PBC18DGAN (Sullins)	PEC18DGBN (Sullins)	TSW-118-08-F-D-RA (Samtec)	TSW-118-08-G-D-LA (Samtec)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Sullins Connector Solutions	Sullins Connector Solutions	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	36	36	36	36	36
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Kinked Pin, Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.260" (6.60mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.200" (5.08mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.219" (5.56mm)	0.219" (5.56mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Tin	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Not specified	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	3A	3A	Not specified	Not specified
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four substitute parts are active products with current manufacturing support, addressing the obsolescence of the 86385-136HLF. Selection among substitutes depends on specific application requirements:

Sullins PBC18DGAN: ROHS3 compliant with gold mating contact finish and 3A current rating. Breakaway feature provides design flexibility. Suitable for applications requiring gold plating and extended temperature range (-65°C to 125°C).

Sullins PEC18DGBN: ROHS3 compliant with tin mating contact finish and 3A current rating. Breakaway feature and extended post length (0.200") accommodate deeper PCB penetration. Extended temperature range (-65°C to 125°C) supports demanding environments.

Samtec TSW-118-08-F-D-RA: ROHS3 compliant with gold mating contact finish and minimal gold plating thickness (3.00µin). Standard post length (0.090") and insulation height (0.219") provide compact form factor. Operating temperature range -55°C to 125°C.

Samtec TSW-118-08-G-D-LA: ROHS3 compliant with kinked pin termination and gold finish on both mating and post contacts. Kinked pin design enhances mechanical retention during soldering. Operating temperature range -55°C to 125°C.

All substitutes maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and black insulation color. Board layout compatibility requires verification of contact length and insulation height variations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PBC18DGAN, PEC18DGBN, TSW-118-08-F-D-RA, and TSW-118-08-G-D-LA be used interchangeably with 86385-136HLF?

A: Yes, all four parts meet the critical substitution parameters: 36-position, 2-row header with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, male pins, through-hole right-angle mounting, solder termination, and push-pull fastening. Variations in contact length, insulation height, and contact finish do not prevent functional substitution when board design accommodates these dimensional differences.

Q: What is the difference between the Sullins and Samtec options?

A: Sullins parts (PBC18DGAN and PEC18DGBN) feature breakaway capability and extended temperature range (-65°C to 125°C) with 3A current rating. Samtec parts (TSW-118-08-F-D-RA and TSW-118-08-G-D-LA) offer compact form factors with -55°C to 125°C operating range. TSW-118-08-G-D-LA includes kinked pin termination for enhanced mechanical retention.

Q: Does contact finish affect substitution compatibility?

A: Contact finish (gold vs. tin) does not prevent electrical or mechanical substitution. Selection depends on application requirements for corrosion resistance and contact wear characteristics. Gold-plated contacts (PBC18DGAN, TSW-118-08-F-D-RA, TSW-118-08-G-D-LA) provide superior corrosion resistance; tin-plated contacts (PEC18DGBN) are cost-effective for non-corrosive environments.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, all four substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements. The original 86385-136HLF RoHS status was not specified.

Q: What is the significance of kinked pin termination in TSW-118-08-G-D-LA?

A: Kinked pin termination provides mechanical retention during soldering by anchoring the pin within the PCB hole, reducing stress on solder joints and improving reliability in high-vibration or thermal cycling applications.

Q: How do contact length variations affect board design?

A: Contact length differences (ranging from 0.230" to 0.318" mating length) determine mating depth with receptacle connectors. Board layout must accommodate the selected substitute's contact geometry. Insulation height variations (0.190" to 0.240") affect clearance above the PCB surface.

Q: Which substitute offers the widest operating temperature range?

A: Sullins parts (PBC18DGAN and PEC18DGBN) support -65°C to 125°C, providing the widest temperature range. Samtec parts operate from -55°C to 125°C. Selection depends on application thermal requirements.

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