TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 87124-2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 87124-2 is a socket contact connector designed for rectangular connector applications. This component is classified as a Socket Contact with Tin-Lead finish, rated for 22-26 AWG wire gauges, and utilizes crimp termination technology. The part is currently in Active product status with unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1).

Identification of equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to address packaging format requirements, inventory availability, and compliance specifications while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility within the AMPMODU series.

Substiute Parts

87124-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 91787124-2 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

5-87124-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 270305-87124-2 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution between 87124-2 and 5-87124-2 is permissible based on the following criteria:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Identical wire gauge rating: 22-26 AWG
• Identical contact termination method: Crimp
• Identical contact finish thickness: 100.0µin (2.54µm)
• Identical moisture sensitivity level: MSL 1 (Unlimited)
• Same manufacturer and series: TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, AMPMODU

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Identical socket contact configuration
• Identical base product number: 87124
• Same connector category: Rectangular Connectors

Packaging Difference:

• 87124-2: Tape & Reel (TR) packaging
• 5-87124-2: Cut Tape (CT) packaging

The primary distinction between these parts is packaging format and contact finish composition (Tin-Lead versus Tin). Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, allowing functional interchangeability in applications where packaging format and finish material are compatible with system requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For 87124-2 (Tape & Reel Packaging): Select this part number when automated assembly processes require continuous reel-fed component delivery. The Tape & Reel format is optimized for high-volume production environments with pick-and-place equipment compatibility.

For 5-87124-2 (Cut Tape Packaging): Select this part number when manual assembly, small-batch production, or component kit applications are required. Cut Tape packaging provides individual component accessibility without reel infrastructure. This variant is ROHS3 Compliant, making it suitable for applications with RoHS compliance requirements.

Both parts maintain Active product status and are suitable for ongoing design implementations. The selection between these variants depends on production methodology, packaging infrastructure, and regulatory compliance specifications rather than electrical or mechanical performance differences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5-87124-2 be used as a direct replacement for 87124-2 in production assembly?

A: Yes, 5-87124-2 is electrically and mechanically compatible with 87124-2. The primary consideration is packaging format compatibility with assembly equipment. Tape & Reel (87124-2) requires automated reel-feed systems, while Cut Tape (5-87124-2) is suitable for manual or semi-automated placement.

Q: What is the difference between Tin-Lead and Tin contact finishes?

A: Both finishes are applied at identical thickness (100.0µin / 2.54µm). The Tin-Lead finish on 87124-2 and Tin finish on 5-87124-2 represent different material compositions. Selection depends on application requirements and environmental specifications.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same wire gauge applications?

A: Yes. Both 87124-2 and 5-87124-2 are rated for 22-26 AWG wire gauges and utilize identical crimp termination specifications.

Q: What does MSL 1 (Unlimited) mean for these components?

A: Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 indicates the lowest moisture sensitivity classification. These components have unlimited shelf life under standard storage conditions and do not require special moisture-controlled packaging or baking procedures prior to assembly.

Q: Which part should be selected for RoHS-compliant applications?

A: The 5-87124-2 is ROHS3 Compliant. If RoHS compliance is a system requirement, this part number is the appropriate selection.

Q: Are these parts interchangeable at the connector interface level?

A: Yes. Both parts are socket contacts within the AMPMODU series with identical mechanical dimensions, contact geometry, and electrical specifications. They interface identically with mating connector components.