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FCC17B25PC25B D-Sub Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The FCC17B25PC25B is a 25-position D-Sub plug connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) with right-angle solder termination. This connector features male pins, through-hole mounting, and is designed for signal applications in industrial and commercial equipment. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for new designs and ongoing production requirements.
Substiute Parts
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 | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Material Flammability Rating | UL94 V-0 |
| Contact Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Backset Spacing | 0.590" (14.99mm) |
| Flange Feature | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) |
| Contact Type | Signal |
| Color | Black |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic |
| RoHS Status | RoHS non-compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 (Unlimited) |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitution of the FCC17B25PC25B is determined by strict adherence to the following critical parameters:
Primary Compatibility Criteria:
- Connector style: D-Sub
- Connector type: Plug, Male Pins
- Number of positions: 25
- Number of rows: 2
- Shell size: 3 (DB, B)
- Mounting type: Through Hole, Right Angle
- Termination method: Solder
- Contact type: Signal
- Flange feature: Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)
- Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0
- Current rating: 5A minimum
- Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 85°C minimum
- Backset spacing: 0.590" (14.99mm)
Substitute Categories:
Category 1: Direct Series Equivalents (Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series) Parts FCE17B25PC25B, FCE17B25PC20B, FCE17B25PC21B, FCE17B25PC24B, FCE17B25PC28B, FCE17B25PC29B, FCE17B25PC2DB, and FCE17B25PC2EB are active production alternatives from the same manufacturer. These parts maintain all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The primary distinction is RoHS compliance status (FCE17 series is RoHS Compliant versus the original FCC17B25PC25B which is RoHS non-compliant) and dielectric material composition (FCE17 series uses Thermoplastic, Glass Filled versus the original Thermoplastic).
Category 2: Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives (HARTING) Parts 09653226800 and 09653227800 from HARTING provide functional equivalence with variations in specific parameters. These connectors maintain the core D-Sub 25-position configuration with right-angle solder termination but differ in backset spacing (0.409" versus 0.590"), contact material (Copper Alloy versus Phosphor Bronze), contact finish specifications, and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C versus -40°C ~ 85°C).
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | FCC17B25PC25B | FCE17B25PC25B | FCE17B25PC20B | FCE17B25PC21B | FCE17B25PC24B | FCE17B25PC28B | FCE17B25PC29B | FCE17B25PC2DB | FCE17B25PC2EB | 09653226800 | 09653227800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | Amphenol ICC | HARTING | HARTING |
| 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 | 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 | -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 |
| Backset Spacing | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.590" (14.99mm) | 0.409" (10.40mm) | 0.409" (10.40mm) |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic | 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 |
| 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 |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| Product Status | Obsolete | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active |
Engineering Selection Recommendations
Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series (FCE17B25PC25B, FCE17B25PC20B, FCE17B25PC21B, FCE17B25PC24B, FCE17B25PC28B, FCE17B25PC29B, FCE17B25PC2DB, FCE17B25PC2EB)
The FCE17 series represents the primary substitution path for the obsolete FCC17B25PC25B. All eight variants maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications with the original part, including 25-position configuration, right-angle solder termination, 5A current rating, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range. The FCE17 series is in active production status with higher inventory availability (ranging from 758 to 1146 pieces in stock). All FCE17 variants are RoHS Compliant, addressing regulatory requirements for new designs. The dielectric material composition differs (Glass Filled Thermoplastic versus standard Thermoplastic), providing enhanced mechanical properties. The variants differ only in connector shell color coding or internal configuration designations, not in core electrical or mechanical performance. Selection among FCE17 variants depends on specific application requirements for shell color or internal pin configuration.
HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800
The HARTING alternatives provide functional D-Sub 25-position plug connectors with right-angle solder termination and UL94 V-0 flammability rating. These parts are ROHS3 Compliant and in active production. However, critical parameter differences exist: backset spacing is 0.409" (10.40mm) versus the original 0.590" (14.99mm), contact material is Copper Alloy rather than Phosphor Bronze, and operating temperature range extends to -55°C to 125°C. The current rating is 6.5A, exceeding the original 5A specification. These differences indicate the HARTING connectors are not direct mechanical or electrical equivalents and require PCB layout and connector cavity redesign for implementation. Selection of HARTING alternatives is appropriate only when the reduced backset spacing and extended temperature range provide specific design advantages that justify the mechanical redesign effort.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can FCE17B25PC25B directly replace FCC17B25PC25B without PCB modification?
A: Yes. The FCE17B25PC25B maintains identical mechanical dimensions, backset spacing (0.590"), mounting configuration, and electrical specifications. Direct substitution on existing PCBs is supported without layout changes.
Q: What is the significance of the RoHS compliance difference between FCC17B25PC25B and FCE17 series?
A: The original FCC17B25PC25B is RoHS non-compliant, while all FCE17 variants are RoHS Compliant. For new product designs and applications subject to RoHS regulations (EU Directive 2011/65/EU), the FCE17 series is required. For legacy equipment maintenance where RoHS compliance is not mandated, either series is functionally equivalent.
Q: Are all FCE17B25PC2X variants electrically interchangeable?
A: Yes. All eight FCE17 variants (FCE17B25PC25B, FCE17B25PC20B, FCE17B25PC21B, FCE17B25PC24B, FCE17B25PC28B, FCE17B25PC29B, FCE17B25PC2DB, FCE17B25PC2EB) are electrically and mechanically identical. The alphanumeric suffix designates shell color coding or internal configuration options. Selection is based on application-specific color or configuration requirements, not electrical performance.
Q: Why do HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 have different backset spacing?
A: Backset spacing (0.590" versus 0.409") is a fundamental mechanical dimension that determines the distance from the connector mounting surface to the contact insertion point. The HARTING connectors use a different mechanical design with reduced backset spacing. This difference requires PCB cavity and mounting bracket redesign and is not a direct substitution parameter.
Q: Can HARTING connectors be used in applications designed for the original FCC17B25PC25B?
A: HARTING connectors are not direct mechanical substitutes due to backset spacing differences (0.409" versus 0.590"). Implementation requires PCB layout modification and connector cavity redesign. However, the HARTING parts provide functional D-Sub 25-position connectivity with enhanced current rating (6.5A versus 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C), which may justify redesign effort for specific applications.
Q: What is the difference between the FCE17B25PC2EB packaging designation "Box" and other FCE17 variants?
A: The FCE17B25PC2EB is supplied in Box packaging, while other FCE17 variants use standard packaging. This designation affects only the delivery format and does not alter electrical or mechanical specifications. Selection between Box and standard packaging depends on inventory management and procurement requirements.
Q: Are contact finish specifications identical across all substitute parts?
A: Amphenol ICC FCE17 series maintains gold contact finish at 15.0µin (0.38µm) thickness, identical to the original FCC17B25PC25B. HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 do not specify contact finish in the provided parameters, indicating potential differences in contact plating specifications that may affect signal integrity in high-frequency applications.
Q: What is the significance of the dielectric material change from Thermoplastic to Thermoplastic, Glass Filled in FCE17 series?
A: Glass-filled thermoplastic provides enhanced mechanical strength, dimensional stability, and thermal performance compared to standard thermoplastic. This material upgrade in the FCE17 series improves connector durability and reliability without affecting electrical specifications or mechanical compatibility.
Q: Is the 200V voltage rating of FCC17B25PC25B maintained in substitute parts?
A: The original FCC17B25PC25B specifies 200V voltage rating. All FCE17 variants do not specify voltage rating in the provided parameters. HARTING parts also do not specify voltage rating. For applications requiring confirmed 200V rating, the original FCC17B25PC25B specification should be referenced or manufacturer documentation consulted for FCE17 and HARTING alternatives.
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