FCC17B25PC290 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FCC17B25PC290 is a 25-position D-Sub plug connector with right-angle solder termination, manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This connector features male pins, through-hole mounting, and is designed for signal applications with a 5A current rating and 200V voltage rating. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts maintain functional compatibility while offering improved availability and compliance status.

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
Current Rating (Amps)	5A
Voltage Rating	200V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness	15.0µin (0.38µm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Backset Spacing	0.590" (14.99mm)
Features	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the FCC17B25PC290 are grouped into two categories based on parametric equivalence and manufacturer compatibility:

Category 1: Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series (Active Status)

The FCE17B25PC290, FCE17B25PC200, FCE17B25PC210, FCE17B25PC240, FCE17B25PC250, FCE17B25PC280, FCE17B25PC2D0, and FCE17B25PC2E0 are direct parametric equivalents manufactured by Amphenol ICC. These parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications including 25-position configuration, right-angle through-hole mounting, 5A current rating, solder termination, steel tin-plated shell, gold-plated contacts, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. The primary distinction is product status: all FCE17 variants are active, whereas the FCC17B25PC290 is obsolete. All FCE17 variants are RoHS compliant, contrasting with the non-compliant status of the original part.

Category 2: HARTING D-Sub Plugs (Alternative Manufacturer)

The HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 connectors provide functional alternatives from a different manufacturer. These parts share the core D-Sub plug configuration with 25 positions, right-angle solder termination, and through-hole mounting. However, they differ in backset spacing (0.409" versus 0.590"), contact material (copper alloy versus phosphor bronze), contact form (stamped versus machined), current rating (6.5A versus 5A), and operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C). These differences indicate application-specific suitability rather than direct pin-for-pin replacement.

Substitution Criteria:

The following parameters determine substitution eligibility:

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)
Flange feature (Housing/Shell, Unthreaded)
Contact type (Signal)
Material flammability rating (UL94 V-0)

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCC17B25PC290	FCE17B25PC290	FCE17B25PC200	FCE17B25PC210	FCE17B25PC240	FCE17B25PC250	FCE17B25PC280	FCE17B25PC2D0	FCE17B25PC2E0	09653226800	09653227800
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	HARTING	HARTING
Series	FCC17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	FCE17	-	-
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
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
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	6.5A	6.5A
Voltage Rating	200V	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
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
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	-	-
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)	-	-
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
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)
Features	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Filter, Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents
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	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
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
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 FCE17B25PC290, FCE17B25PC200, FCE17B25PC210, FCE17B25PC240, FCE17B25PC250, FCE17B25PC280, FCE17B25PC2D0, and FCE17B25PC2E0 are the preferred substitutes for the obsolete FCC17B25PC290. These parts are manufactured by the same supplier (Amphenol ICC) and maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications including 25-position configuration, right-angle through-hole mounting, 5A current rating, solder termination, steel tin-plated shell, gold-plated contacts at 15.0µin thickness, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, 0.590" backset spacing, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range. All FCE17 variants are active products with RoHS compliance, addressing the obsolescence and compliance limitations of the original part. The FCE17 series variants differ only in internal contact configurations not specified in the provided parameters, making any variant suitable for direct substitution based on the electrical and mechanical criteria provided.

Secondary Recommendation: HARTING D-Sub Plugs

The HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 connectors are suitable alternatives when design specifications accommodate their parametric differences. These parts maintain the core D-Sub plug configuration with 25 positions, right-angle solder termination, and through-hole mounting. However, they feature a reduced backset spacing of 0.409" (versus 0.590"), copper alloy contacts (versus phosphor bronze), stamped contact form (versus machined), higher current rating of 6.5A (versus 5A), and extended operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C (versus -40°C to 85°C). These parts are active and ROHS3 compliant. Selection of HARTING alternatives requires confirmation that the application design accommodates the different backset spacing and contact material specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FCE17B25PC290 directly replace FCC17B25PC290 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The FCE17B25PC290 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the FCC17B25PC290, including 25-position configuration, right-angle through-hole mounting, 5A current rating, solder termination, steel tin-plated shell, gold-plated contacts, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, 0.590" backset spacing, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range. The primary differences are product status (active versus obsolete) and RoHS compliance (compliant versus non-compliant).

Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17B25PC2XX variants?

A: The FCE17B25PC290, FCE17B25PC200, FCE17B25PC210, FCE17B25PC240, FCE17B25PC250, FCE17B25PC280, FCE17B25PC2D0, and FCE17B25PC2E0 variants share identical electrical and mechanical specifications as provided in the parameter set. Differences between variants relate to internal contact configurations not specified in the available technical parameters. All variants are suitable for applications requiring the specified 25-position D-Sub plug with right-angle solder termination.

Q: Are HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 direct replacements?

A: HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 are functional alternatives rather than direct replacements. While they maintain the D-Sub plug configuration with 25 positions and right-angle solder termination, they differ in backset spacing (0.409" versus 0.590"), contact material (copper alloy versus phosphor bronze), contact form (stamped versus machined), current rating (6.5A versus 5A), and operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C). These differences require design verification before substitution.

Q: What does backset spacing mean and why does it matter?

A: Backset spacing is the distance from the rear of the connector shell to the contact mounting plane. The FCC17B25PC290 and FCE17 series specify 0.590" (14.99mm), while HARTING alternatives specify 0.409" (10.40mm). This dimension affects how the connector mounts to the printed circuit board and the depth of the connector assembly. Different backset spacing requires different board layout and may not be compatible with existing mechanical designs.

Q: Why is the FCC17B25PC290 obsolete?

A: The FCC17B25PC290 is classified as obsolete by Amphenol ICC. The active FCE17 series provides equivalent functionality with improved compliance status (RoHS compliant) and ongoing manufacturing support. Obsolete parts have limited availability and no guaranteed future supply.

Q: Are all FCE17 variants RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All FCE17B25PC290, FCE17B25PC200, FCE17B25PC210, FCE17B25PC240, FCE17B25PC250, FCE17B25PC280, FCE17B25PC2D0, and FCE17B25PC2E0 variants are RoHS compliant, contrasting with the non-compliant status of the original FCC17B25PC290. This compliance status is relevant for applications subject to RoHS regulations.

Q: What is the difference between gold-plated and unspecified contact finish?

A: The FCC17B25PC290 and FCE17 series specify gold-plated contacts at 15.0µin (0.38µm) thickness, providing corrosion resistance and reliable electrical contact. The HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 do not specify contact finish in the provided parameters, indicating either different finish specifications or unspecified finish details. This difference may affect long-term reliability in corrosive environments.

Q: Can I use a HARTING connector if my application requires higher current?

A: HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 have a 6.5A current rating compared to the 5A rating of the FCC17B25PC290 and FCE17 series. However, substitution requires verification that all other parametric differences (backset spacing, contact material, operating temperature range) are compatible with the application design. Higher current rating alone does not justify substitution if other specifications are incompatible.

Q: What is the operating temperature range difference?

A: The FCC17B25PC290 and FCE17 series operate from -40°C to 85°C. The HARTING 09653226800 and 09653227800 operate from -55°C to 125°C, providing extended temperature capability. Applications requiring operation below -40°C or above 85°C require HARTING alternatives or other specialized connectors.

Q: Are there any inventory considerations for selecting a substitute?

A: Inventory availability varies by part number. The FCC17B25PC290 has 872 pieces in stock (obsolete status). FCE17 variants have varying inventory: FCE17B25PC290 (1030 pcs), FCE17B25PC200 (1114 pcs), FCE17B25PC210 (817 pcs), FCE17B25PC240 (623 pcs), FCE17B25PC250 (1048 pcs), FCE17B25PC280 (776 pcs), FCE17B25PC2D0 (820 pcs), FCE17B25PC2E0 (822 pcs). HARTING alternatives have 09653226800 (882 pcs) and 09653227800 (870 pcs). Inventory levels should be confirmed with the supplier for current availability.

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