FCC17B25PA2DB D-Sub 25 Position Right Angle Solder Plug Connector

Part Overview

The FCC17B25PA2DB is a 25 position D-Sub plug connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) with right angle through-hole solder termination. This connector features male pins in a 2-row configuration with shell size 3 (DB, B) layout. The part is classified as obsolete, indicating discontinuation from the manufacturer. Due to its obsolete status, equivalent and substitute parts from active product lines are necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure ongoing component availability for new production and field replacements.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Style	D-Sub
Connector Type	Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	25
Number of Rows	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	3 (DB, B)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness	15.0µin (0.38µm)
Current Rating	5A
Voltage Rating	200V
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
Backset Spacing	0.318" (8.08mm)
Features	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the FCC17B25PA2DB is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

Connector style (D-Sub)
Connector type (Plug, Male Pins)
Number of positions (25)
Number of rows (2)
Shell size and layout (3 / DB, B)
Mounting type (Through Hole, Right Angle)
Termination method (Solder)
Contact type (Signal)
Flange feature (Housing/Shell, Unthreaded)

Secondary Compatibility Parameters:

Shell material and finish (Steel, Tin Plated)
Contact finish (Gold)
Contact finish thickness (15.0µin / 0.38µm)
Current rating (5A minimum)
Operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C minimum)
Material flammability rating (UL94 V-0)
Contact material (Phosphor Bronze or equivalent copper alloy)
Dielectric material (Thermoplastic, Glass Filled)
Backset spacing (0.318" / 8.08mm)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Category 1: Direct Series Equivalents (Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series) Parts FCE17B25PA2DB, FCE17B25PA20B, FCE17B25PA21B, FCE17B25PA24B, FCE17B25PA25B, FCE17B25PA28B, FCE17B25PA29B, and FCE17B25PA2EB maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the main part while offering active product status and RoHS compliance. These parts differ only in connector coding designations that do not affect functional compatibility.

Category 2: Cross-Manufacturer Equivalents (HARTING Series) Parts 09653226800 and 09653227800 from HARTING provide functional equivalence with variations in backset spacing (0.409" vs. 0.318"), current rating (6.5A vs. 5A), and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C vs. -40°C ~ 85°C). These parts maintain the same connector style, position count, mounting configuration, and termination method.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCC17B25PA2DB	FCE17B25PA2DB	FCE17B25PA20B	FCE17B25PA21B	FCE17B25PA24B	FCE17B25PA25B	FCE17B25PA28B	FCE17B25PA29B	FCE17B25PA2EB	09653226800	09653227800
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	HARTING	HARTING
Connector Style	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub	D-Sub
Connector Type	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	25	25	25	25	25	25	25	25	25	25	25
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)	3 (DB, B)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	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	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel	Steel
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Not specified	Not specified
Contact Finish Thickness	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	Not specified	Not specified
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	6.5A	6.5A
Voltage Rating	200V	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Polyester, Glass Filled	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Polyester, Glass Filled
Backset Spacing	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.409" (10.40mm)	0.409" (10.40mm)
Features	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation: Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series

The FCE17B25PA2DB, FCE17B25PA20B, FCE17B25PA21B, FCE17B25PA24B, FCE17B25PA25B, FCE17B25PA28B, FCE17B25PA29B, and FCE17B25PA2EB connectors are the preferred substitutes for the obsolete FCC17B25PA2DB. These parts maintain complete electrical and mechanical compatibility with identical specifications across all critical parameters. All FCE17 series parts carry active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity. These parts are RoHS compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements for new product designs and manufacturing. The FCE17 series maintains the same connector coding structure with variations that do not affect functional performance or interchangeability.

Secondary Recommendation: HARTING Cross-Manufacturer Equivalents

The HARTING parts 09653226800 and 09653227800 provide functional equivalence when the primary Amphenol ICC FCE17 series is unavailable. These connectors maintain the same D-Sub 25 position plug configuration with right angle solder termination. The HARTING parts offer enhanced current rating (6.5A vs. 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C vs. -40°C ~ 85°C), providing additional performance margin in demanding applications. However, the HARTING parts feature different backset spacing (0.409" vs. 0.318"), which may require PCB layout verification to ensure mechanical compatibility with existing designs. The HARTING parts are ROHS3 compliant and carry active product status.

Compliance Considerations

The original FCC17B25PA2DB is RoHS non-compliant. All recommended substitutes from the Amphenol ICC FCE17 series are RoHS compliant, aligning with current environmental regulations. The HARTING alternatives are ROHS3 compliant. For applications subject to RoHS requirements, the FCE17 series substitutes are mandatory. For legacy systems without RoHS constraints, the HARTING alternatives remain viable options.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FCE17B25PA2DB be used as a direct replacement for FCC17B25PA2DB?

A: Yes. The FCE17B25PA2DB is a direct functional equivalent with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary difference is product status (active vs. obsolete) and RoHS compliance. All critical parameters including connector style, position count, shell size, mounting type, termination method, current rating, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and contact specifications are identical.

Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17B25PA models (PA2DB, PA20B, PA21B, PA24B, PA25B, PA28B, PA29B, PA2EB)?

A: These part numbers represent different connector coding designations that do not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility. All variants maintain identical specifications for position count, shell size, mounting configuration, termination method, current rating, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and contact materials. The suffix variations (2DB, 20B, 21B, 24B, 25B, 28B, 29B, 2EB) indicate different pin assignments or coding schemes. Selection should be based on the specific pin configuration required for the application.

Q: Can HARTING parts 09653226800 or 09653227800 be used interchangeably with Amphenol ICC parts?

A: The HARTING parts provide functional equivalence for the core D-Sub 25 position plug connector function. However, the backset spacing differs (0.409" for HARTING vs. 0.318" for Amphenol ICC), which affects the distance from the connector mounting surface to the contact plane. This difference requires PCB layout verification to ensure mechanical compatibility. The HARTING parts also feature different dielectric material composition (PBT/Polyester vs. Thermoplastic) and contact material (Copper Alloy vs. Phosphor Bronze). These differences do not affect electrical performance but may impact mechanical durability and contact resistance characteristics.

Q: Are there any RoHS compliance implications when substituting the FCC17B25PA2DB?

A: Yes. The original FCC17B25PA2DB is RoHS non-compliant. All Amphenol ICC FCE17 series substitutes are RoHS compliant. If the application is subject to RoHS requirements (EU Directive 2011/65/EU or equivalent), the FCE17 series must be used. The HARTING alternatives are ROHS3 compliant. For legacy systems without RoHS constraints, the original part or any substitute may be used based on availability and performance requirements.

Q: What is the inventory status for these substitute parts?

A: The Amphenol ICC FCE17B25PA2DB has 1095 pieces in stock. The FCE17B25PA20B, FCE17B25PA21B, FCE17B25PA24B, FCE17B25PA25B, FCE17B25PA28B, FCE17B25PA29B, and FCE17B25PA2EB have inventory levels ranging from 863 to 1181 pieces. The HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 have 882 and 870 pieces in stock respectively. All parts are available as new original components.

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

A: Substitution compatibility is determined by the following critical parameters: connector style (D-Sub), connector type (Plug, Male Pins), number of positions (25), number of rows (2), shell size and layout (3 / DB, B), mounting type (Through Hole, Right Angle), termination method (Solder), contact type (Signal), and flange feature (Housing/Shell, Unthreaded). Secondary parameters include shell material and finish, contact finish and thickness, current rating, operating temperature range, material flammability rating, contact material, dielectric material, and backset spacing. Variations in these secondary parameters may be acceptable depending on application requirements.

Q: Is the voltage rating specification important for substitution?

A: The original FCC17B25PA2DB specifies a 200V voltage rating. The Amphenol ICC FCE17 series substitutes do not specify a voltage rating in the provided data. The HARTING alternatives also do not specify a voltage rating. For applications requiring a specific voltage rating, the absence of this specification in substitute parts should be clarified with the manufacturer or distributor. The lack of specified voltage rating does not indicate inadequacy; it may reflect different specification methodologies between manufacturers.

Q: Can the operating temperature range difference affect substitution decisions?

A: The original FCC17B25PA2DB operates from -40°C to 85°C. The Amphenol ICC FCE17 series maintains this identical range. The HARTING alternatives offer an extended range of -55°C to 125°C. For applications operating within the -40°C to 85°C range, all substitutes are compatible. For applications requiring operation below -40°C or above 85°C, the HARTING alternatives provide additional thermal margin. For applications with strict temperature specifications, the operating range should be verified against application requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the contact finish thickness specification?

A: The original FCC17B25PA2DB and all Amphenol ICC FCE17 series substitutes specify a gold contact finish with 15.0µin (0.38µm) thickness. This specification ensures consistent contact resistance and corrosion resistance. The HARTING alternatives do not specify contact finish or thickness. For applications with strict contact resistance or corrosion resistance requirements, the Amphenol ICC parts with specified gold plating are preferred. The HARTING parts may be acceptable for general-purpose applications where contact finish specifications are not critical.

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