FCC17B25SB4EB D-Sub 25 Position Receptacle Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FCC17B25SB4EB is a 25 position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This connector features female sockets, right-angle through-hole mounting, and solder termination. The part is classified as obsolete, with 1019 units currently in stock.

Due to the obsolete product status of the FCC17B25SB4EB, equivalent and substitute parts from active product lines are necessary for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Active alternatives maintain the core electrical and mechanical specifications while offering improved availability and compliance with current regulatory standards.

Key Parameters

Parameter	FCC17B25SB4EB Value
Connector Type	Receptacle, Female Sockets
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
Backset Spacing	0.405" (10.29mm)
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
Flange Feature	Board Side (4-40)
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the FCC17B25SB4EB is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Connector Type: Receptacle, Female Sockets
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: 5A
Backset Spacing: 0.405" (10.29mm)
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C
Dielectric Material: Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
Flange Feature: Board Side (4-40)

Acceptable Variations:

Shell Material Finish: Steel, Tin Plated (primary); Steel without specified finish (acceptable for mechanical compatibility)
Contact Finish: Gold (primary); unspecified finish (acceptable if electrical performance is maintained)
RoHS Status: Non-compliant (original); Compliant (acceptable for new designs)
Voltage Rating: 200V (original); unspecified (acceptable if application requirements are met)
Contact Form: Machined (original); unspecified (acceptable for electrical equivalence)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) active series alternatives and cross-manufacturer equivalents from HARTING.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCC17B25SB4EB	FCE17B25SB4EB	FCE17B25SB40B	FCE17B25SB41B	FCE17B25SB44B	FCE17B25SB45B	FCE17B25SB48B	FCE17B25SB49B	FCE17B25SB4DB	09663126600	09663126601
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 Type	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets
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	-	-
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)	-	-
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	5A	6.5A	6.5A
Backset Spacing	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.405" (10.29mm)	0.409" (10.40mm)	0.409" (10.40mm)
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
Flange Feature	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Board Side (4-40)	Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)	Housing/Shell (M3)
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
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)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation: Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series

The FCE17B25SB4EB, FCE17B25SB40B, FCE17B25SB41B, FCE17B25SB44B, FCE17B25SB45B, FCE17B25SB48B, FCE17B25SB49B, and FCE17B25SB4DB represent the direct active product line successors to the obsolete FCC17B25SB4EB. All FCE17 variants maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering the following advantages:

Active product status with guaranteed long-term availability
RoHS Compliant certification, meeting current regulatory requirements
Identical connector geometry, pin configuration, and mounting interface
Equivalent electrical performance across all rated parameters
Maintained contact material (Phosphor Bronze) and dielectric composition

The FCE17 series variants differ only in internal filter configurations and packaging specifications, which do not affect core connector functionality or interchangeability in standard applications.

Secondary Recommendation: HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601

The HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601 connectors provide cross-manufacturer equivalence with the following considerations:

Identical D-Sub 25 position receptacle configuration
Equivalent mechanical mounting and solder termination
Higher current rating (6.5A versus 5A) provides additional margin
Extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C versus -40°C ~ 85°C)
ROHS3 Compliant certification
Flange feature differences: HARTING parts use Housing/Shell mounting (Unthreaded or M3) versus Board Side (4-40) on Amphenol parts

HARTING substitutes are suitable for applications requiring enhanced thermal performance or higher current capacity. Mechanical mounting interface verification is required due to flange feature differences.

Compliance Consideration

For new designs subject to RoHS regulations, the FCE17 series or HARTING alternatives are required. The original FCC17B25SB4EB is non-compliant and unsuitable for regulated applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FCE17 series connectors directly replace the obsolete FCC17B25SB4EB?

A: Yes. The FCE17 series maintains identical electrical specifications, pin configuration, shell size, mounting type, and termination method. The connectors are mechanically and electrically interchangeable in standard applications. The primary difference is product status (active versus obsolete) and RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17B25 part numbers (SB4EB, SB40B, SB41B, SB44B, SB45B, SB48B, SB49B, SB4DB)?

A: The FCE17B25 variants differ in internal filter configurations and packaging specifications. These differences do not affect the core connector functionality, electrical performance, or mechanical compatibility. Selection among variants depends on specific application filtering requirements and packaging preferences.

Q: Are HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601 fully compatible with FCC17B25SB4EB?

A: HARTING connectors provide electrical and functional equivalence with the following exceptions: (1) Flange mounting features differ (Housing/Shell versus Board Side 4-40), requiring mechanical interface verification; (2) Current rating is higher (6.5A versus 5A); (3) Operating temperature range is extended (-55°C ~ 125°C versus -40°C ~ 85°C). These differences are generally acceptable for most applications but must be evaluated against specific design requirements.

Q: What is the difference between HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601?

A: Both connectors are electrically and mechanically equivalent 25 position D-Sub receptacles. The primary difference is the flange feature: 09663126600 uses Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) mounting, while 09663126601 uses Housing/Shell (M3) mounting. Selection depends on the specific mounting interface required by the application.

Q: Is RoHS compliance required for my application?

A: RoHS compliance is mandatory for products sold in the European Union and many other regulated markets. The original FCC17B25SB4EB is RoHS non-compliant. For new designs or products subject to RoHS regulations, the FCE17 series (RoHS Compliant) or HARTING alternatives (ROHS3 Compliant) are required.

Q: What is the significance of the backset spacing difference between Amphenol (0.405") and HARTING (0.409") connectors?

A: Backset spacing defines the distance from the mounting flange to the connector mating face. The 0.004" (0.11mm) difference is within typical manufacturing tolerances for D-Sub connectors and does not affect electrical performance or standard mating operations. However, applications with tight mechanical constraints should verify compatibility with specific PCB layouts.

Q: Can I use HARTING connectors in applications originally designed for Amphenol FCC17/FCE17 connectors?

A: Electrical and functional compatibility is confirmed. Mechanical compatibility depends on the specific mounting interface. The flange feature difference (Board Side 4-40 versus Housing/Shell) requires verification against the PCB mounting pattern. If the mounting interface is compatible, HARTING connectors are suitable substitutes.

Q: What packaging options are available for these connectors?

A: Amphenol FCE17B25SB45B is available in Box packaging. Most other variants are supplied in standard packaging (unspecified). HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601 are supplied in Bulk packaging. Packaging selection does not affect connector performance and is determined by procurement and inventory requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts in stock?

A: Inventory availability varies. Amphenol FCE17 series variants range from 807 to 1141 units in stock. HARTING 09663126600 and 09663126601 have 734 and 1073 units in stock respectively. Current inventory status should be verified at the time of procurement.

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