TE Connectivity 929930-3 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 929930-3 is a socket contact connector designed for power applications within the Junior Power Timer series. This component is a rectangular connector featuring crimp termination for 17-20 AWG wire gauges with tin contact finish. The part is currently discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives to maintain supply chain continuity for applications requiring this socket contact specification.

Substiute Parts

929930-3

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1094929930-3 Datasheet

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927770-3

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 2410927770-3 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TE Connectivity 929930-3 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type & Series: Socket contact within the Junior Power Timer series
• Electrical Specification: Power application classification
• Termination Method: Crimp termination only
• Wire Gauge Compatibility: 17-20 AWG wire gauge range
• Contact Material & Finish: Tin contact finish with 39.4µin (1.00µm) thickness
• Compliance & Environmental: RoHS Compliant status and MSL 1 rating

The substitute part 927770-3 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all these parameters, ensuring direct functional equivalence for applications currently utilizing the 929930-3.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 927770-3 is the direct equivalent substitute for the discontinued 929930-3. Both components share identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including wire gauge range, contact finish, termination method, and compliance certifications.

Selection Basis:

• Compliance Equivalence: Both parts maintain RoHS Compliant status and MSL 1 rating, ensuring compatibility with environmental and regulatory requirements
• Functional Equivalence: Identical specifications across all critical parameters—wire gauge (17-20 AWG), contact finish (tin, 39.4µin thickness), termination method (crimp), and power application classification
• Product Status: The 927770-3 maintains active product status with higher inventory availability (2400 Pcs), providing supply chain continuity
• Packaging Availability: The substitute is available in Cut Tape (CT) packaging, suitable for standard component handling and integration workflows

The 927770-3 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute and provides direct replacement capability for the 929930-3 in all applications requiring socket contacts within the Junior Power Timer series.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 927770-3 be used as a direct replacement for the 929930-3?

A: Yes. The 927770-3 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Both components feature 17-20 AWG wire gauge compatibility, tin contact finish at 39.4µin thickness, crimp termination, and RoHS Compliant status.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitution eligibility?

A: Substitution is determined by equivalence in the following parameters: connector type (socket), series (Junior Power Timer), application type (power), termination method (crimp), wire gauge range (17-20 AWG), contact finish (tin with 39.4µin thickness), and compliance certifications (RoHS Compliant, MSL 1).

Q: Are there any differences in packaging between the main part and substitute?

A: The 929930-3 packaging is not specified in available documentation. The 927770-3 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) packaging, which is standard for rectangular connector socket contacts and compatible with automated assembly processes.

Q: Does the substitute part maintain the same compliance certifications?

A: Yes. The 927770-3 maintains RoHS Compliant status and MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, identical to the 929930-3. Both parts are classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8536.90.4000.

Q: What is the inventory status of the substitute part?

A: The 927770-3 is currently active with 2400 Pcs in stock, providing improved availability compared to the discontinued 929930-3, which had 1066 Pcs remaining inventory.

Q: Are there any wire gauge or termination method restrictions when using the substitute?

A: No. The 927770-3 supports the identical 17-20 AWG wire gauge range and crimp termination method as the 929930-3, with no restrictions on application compatibility within the Junior Power Timer series.