FCC17C37PB29B D-Sub 37 Position Right Angle Solder Plug Connector

Part Overview

The FCC17C37PB29B is a 37 position D-Sub plug connector with right angle through-hole solder termination, manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This connector features male pins in a 2-row configuration with shell size 4 (DC, C) layout. The part is classified as obsolete, indicating that direct replacement with active production alternatives is necessary for new designs and ongoing procurement requirements.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	FCC17C37PB29B
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)
Series	FCC17
Connector Type	Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	37
Number of Rows	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	4 (DC, C)
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	0.405" (10.29mm)
Features	Filter, Grounding Indents, Mounting Brackets
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the FCC17C37PB29B is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical and Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

Connector type: Plug with male pins
Number of positions: 37
Number of rows: 2
Shell size and layout: 4 (DC, C)
Mounting type: Through hole, right angle
Termination method: Solder
Current rating: 5A minimum
Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C minimum
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0
Backset spacing: 0.405" (10.29mm)

Substitute Categories:

Category 1: Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series (Active Production) The FCE17C37 variants represent the active production equivalent to the obsolete FCC17C37PB29B. These parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering RoHS compliance and improved availability. Seven variants are available with different contact plating configurations (PB20B, PB21B, PB24B, PB25B, PB28B, PB2DB, PB2EB).

Category 2: HARTING D-Sub 37 Position Connectors (Cross-Manufacturer) HARTING part numbers 09654226800 and 09654227800 provide functional equivalence with higher current rating (6.5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C). These parts differ in contact material (copper alloy vs. phosphor bronze) and dielectric material composition but maintain the same connector geometry and solder termination.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCC17C37PB29B	FCE17C37PB29B	FCE17C37PB20B	FCE17C37PB21B	FCE17C37PB24B	FCE17C37PB25B	FCE17C37PB28B	FCE17C37PB2DB	FCE17C37PB2EB	09654226800	09654227800
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	—	—
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	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)	4 (DC, C)
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
Voltage Rating	200V	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
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	0.405" (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)
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
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 FCE17C37 variants (FCE17C37PB29B, FCE17C37PB20B, FCE17C37PB21B, FCE17C37PB24B, FCE17C37PB25B, FCE17C37PB28B, FCE17C37PB2DB, FCE17C37PB2EB) are the direct active production equivalents to the obsolete FCC17C37PB29B. These parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering:

Active production status with assured long-term availability
RoHS compliance for regulatory adherence
Identical connector geometry and solder termination
Equivalent current rating (5A) and operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C)
Identical material flammability rating (UL94 V-0)
Identical backset spacing (0.405" / 10.29mm)

The selection among FCE17C37 variants depends on specific contact plating and dielectric material requirements for the application. All variants are electrically and mechanically interchangeable with the original part.

Secondary Recommendation: HARTING 09654226800 and 09654227800

HARTING D-Sub 37 position connectors provide functional equivalence with enhanced electrical performance characteristics:

Higher current rating (6.5A vs. 5A) provides additional margin for power delivery
Extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) accommodates wider environmental conditions
ROHS3 compliance status
Identical connector geometry and solder termination
Backset spacing of 0.409" (10.40mm) represents a 0.004" (0.11mm) variation from the original specification

The HARTING parts are suitable for applications where enhanced thermal performance or higher current capacity is beneficial. The minor backset spacing difference (0.004") is within typical manufacturing tolerances for D-Sub connectors and does not affect mechanical compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FCE17C37 variants be used as direct replacements for FCC17C37PB29B?

A: Yes. The FCE17C37 series maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications including connector type, position count, shell size, mounting configuration, termination method, current rating, and operating temperature range. The primary difference is product status (active vs. obsolete) and RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17C37 part numbers (PB20B, PB21B, PB24B, PB25B, PB28B, PB2DB, PB2EB)?

A: The suffix designations indicate different contact plating and dielectric material configurations. All variants maintain identical electrical and mechanical performance. Selection should be based on specific application requirements for contact plating thickness, dielectric material composition, or other specialized requirements documented in the connector specification.

Q: Are HARTING connectors compatible with Amphenol ICC connectors?

A: HARTING 09654226800 and 09654227800 provide functional equivalence for D-Sub 37 position plug connectors with solder termination. Both manufacturers' connectors conform to the same D-Sub shell size 4 (DC, C) geometry and will mate with standard D-Sub receptacles. However, the HARTING parts feature higher current rating (6.5A) and extended temperature range (-55°C to 125°C), which represent enhancements rather than limitations.

Q: What is the significance of the 0.004" backset spacing difference between Amphenol and HARTING parts?

A: The backset spacing difference (0.405" for Amphenol vs. 0.409" for HARTING) represents a 0.004" (0.11mm) variation. This difference falls within standard manufacturing tolerances for D-Sub connectors and does not affect mechanical compatibility or mating with standard D-Sub receptacles. Both dimensions are acceptable for the D-Sub shell size 4 specification.

Q: Is RoHS compliance required for my application?

A: The FCC17C37PB29B is RoHS non-compliant. If your application or regulatory environment requires RoHS compliance, the FCE17C37 series (RoHS Compliant) or HARTING parts (ROHS3 Compliant) are appropriate selections. Compliance requirements vary by industry and geographic market.

Q: What is the difference between contact materials (Phosphor Bronze vs. Copper Alloy)?

A: The FCC17C37PB29B and FCE17C37 series use phosphor bronze contacts, while HARTING parts use copper alloy contacts. Both materials provide adequate electrical conductivity and contact reliability for D-Sub applications. Selection between these materials depends on specific application requirements for contact resistance, wear characteristics, or environmental exposure.

Q: Can I use a higher current-rated connector (HARTING 6.5A) in place of the original 5A connector?

A: Yes. A connector with higher current rating (6.5A) is suitable for applications originally designed for 5A operation. The higher rating provides additional safety margin and does not create compatibility issues. This substitution is appropriate when enhanced electrical performance is beneficial.

Q: Are there any inventory considerations for these substitute parts?

A: Current inventory levels are available for all recommended substitutes. FCE17C37PB2EB shows the highest inventory (1152 pcs), while FCE17C37PB25B shows 692 pcs. HARTING 09654226800 has 1047 pcs available. Inventory levels should be confirmed at the time of procurement.

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