TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 968221-1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 968221-1 is a socket contact component designed for the Micro Quadlok rectangular connector series. This stamped socket contact accommodates 18-20 AWG wire gauges and features tin contact finish with crimp termination. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components for ongoing procurement and system integration requirements.

Substiute Parts

968221-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 734968221-1 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

5-968221-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 104715-968221-1 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 968221-1 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Series: Both parts belong to the Micro Quadlok series, ensuring mechanical compatibility with mating connectors
• Contact Type: Socket configuration maintained across all substitutes
• Termination Method: Crimp termination required for wire attachment consistency
• Wire Gauge Range: 18-20 AWG specification must be preserved for electrical and mechanical integrity
• Contact Finish: Tin finish ensures consistent electrical properties and corrosion resistance
• Manufacturing Process: Stamped construction type maintained for dimensional accuracy
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance required for environmental and legal adherence

The substitute part 5-968221-1 satisfies all these parameters while offering active product status and improved availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The substitute part 5-968221-1 is the direct equivalent for the obsolete 968221-1. Selection of the substitute is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status: The main part 968221-1 carries obsolete status, indicating discontinued manufacturing and limited long-term availability. The substitute 5-968221-1 maintains active product status, ensuring continued supply chain access and manufacturing support.

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts maintain EAR99 export classification and identical HTSUS coding. The substitute achieves ROHS3 compliance, representing current regulatory standards, while the main part maintains RoHS compliance. Both satisfy environmental and legal requirements for component deployment.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: All critical functional parameters are identical between the main part and substitute, including wire gauge accommodation, contact finish, termination method, and connector series designation. This ensures direct functional interchangeability within Micro Quadlok connector assemblies.

Inventory and Procurement: The substitute demonstrates significantly higher inventory availability (10400 units versus 708 units), supporting production continuity and reducing procurement lead times.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5-968221-1 be used as a direct replacement for 968221-1 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts are socket contacts within the Micro Quadlok series with identical wire gauge (18-20 AWG), crimp termination, tin finish, and stamped construction. They share the same base product number (968221) and are mechanically and electrically equivalent.

Q: What is the difference between the packaging specifications?

A: The main part 968221-1 does not specify packaging format. The substitute 5-968221-1 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) packaging, which is standard for high-volume component distribution and automated assembly processes.

Q: Are there compliance differences between the two parts?

A: Both parts maintain EAR99 export classification and identical HTSUS coding. The main part carries RoHS compliance, while the substitute carries ROHS3 compliance, representing an updated regulatory standard. Both satisfy current environmental requirements.

Q: Why is the substitute part more readily available?

A: The substitute 5-968221-1 maintains active product status with current manufacturing support, resulting in higher inventory levels (10400 units) compared to the obsolete main part (708 units). Active status ensures ongoing production and supply chain continuity.

Q: Are there any wire gauge or termination differences?

A: No. Both parts accommodate 18-20 AWG wire gauges and utilize crimp termination. These specifications are identical and ensure compatibility with the same connector assemblies and wire sizes.

Q: Can these parts be mixed within the same connector assembly?

A: Yes. Since both parts are functionally equivalent socket contacts within the Micro Quadlok series, they can be used interchangeably within the same connector assembly without affecting electrical or mechanical performance.