FCC17C37PC6DB D-Sub 37-Position Right Angle Solder Plug Connector

Part Overview

The FCC17C37PC6DB is a 37-position D-Sub plug connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) with right-angle through-hole solder termination. This connector features a male pin configuration with shell size 4 (DC, C) layout and is designed for signal applications requiring 5A current capacity at up to 200V.

The FCC17C37PC6DB is classified as obsolete. Equivalent and substitute parts are necessary to maintain design compatibility and ensure continued component availability for production, repair, and field replacement applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	FCC17C37PC6DB
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)
Connector Type	D-Sub 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
Current Rating	5A
Voltage Rating	200V
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Flange Feature	Board Side (M3)
Backset Spacing	0.590" (14.99mm)
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS Non-Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the FCC17C37PC6DB are grouped into two categories based on electrical and mechanical compatibility:

Category 1: Direct Series Upgrade (Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series)

The FCE17C37PC6DB, FCE17C37PC60B, FCE17C37PC61B, FCE17C37PC64B, FCE17C37PC65B, FCE17C37PC68B, FCE17C37PC69B, and FCE17C37PC6EB are direct substitutes from Amphenol ICC's active FCE17 series. These parts maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications:

37-position D-Sub plug configuration
Male pins, right-angle through-hole solder termination
Shell size 4 (DC, C) layout
5A current rating
Phosphor bronze contacts with gold finish (15.0µin)
Board side M3 flange
0.590" (14.99mm) backset spacing
Operating temperature -40°C to 85°C
Steel, tin-plated shell
UL94 V-0 flammability rating

The primary distinction is that FCE17 series parts are RoHS Compliant (versus the FCC17C37PC6DB's RoHS Non-Compliant status) and feature thermoplastic, glass-filled dielectric material. All FCE17 variants are active products with current inventory availability.

Category 2: Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives (HARTING)

The HARTING 09654226800 and 09654227800 are cross-manufacturer alternatives that maintain core D-Sub 37-position plug functionality with the following compatibility parameters:

37-position D-Sub plug configuration
Male pins, right-angle through-hole solder termination
Shell size 4 (DC, C) layout
6.5A current rating (higher than FCC17C37PC6DB)
Housing/shell unthreaded flange (differs from board side M3)
0.409" (10.40mm) backset spacing (differs from 0.590")
Operating temperature -55°C to 125°C (wider range)
Steel shell
UL94 V-0 flammability rating
ROHS3 Compliant

These HARTING parts differ in flange configuration, backset spacing, and contact material (copper alloy versus phosphor bronze), requiring mechanical and electrical validation before substitution.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCC17C37PC6DB	FCE17C37PC6DB	FCE17C37PC60B	FCE17C37PC61B	FCE17C37PC64B	FCE17C37PC65B	FCE17C37PC68B	FCE17C37PC69B	FCE17C37PC6EB	09654226800	09654227800
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	Amphenol ICC	HARTING	HARTING
Connector Type	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male	D-Sub Plug, Male
Positions	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37	37
Shell Size 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
Current Rating (Amps)	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	6.5	6.5
Voltage Rating	200V	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 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, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	—	—
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy
Flange Feature	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Board Side (M3)	Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)	Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)
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)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Non-Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes: Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series

The FCE17C37PC6DB, FCE17C37PC60B, FCE17C37PC61B, FCE17C37PC64B, FCE17C37PC65B, FCE17C37PC68B, FCE17C37PC69B, and FCE17C37PC6EB are the recommended substitutes for the obsolete FCC17C37PC6DB. These parts are active products with current manufacturing status and full inventory availability. All FCE17 variants maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications with the original part, including 37-position configuration, 5A current rating, 0.590" backset spacing, board side M3 flange, and operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.

The FCE17 series offers improved compliance status, with all variants meeting RoHS Compliant requirements compared to the FCC17C37PC6DB's non-compliant status. The thermoplastic, glass-filled dielectric material in FCE17 parts provides enhanced mechanical and thermal stability. These parts are suitable for direct substitution in existing designs without PCB layout or connector interface modifications.

Secondary Alternatives: HARTING Cross-Manufacturer Options

The HARTING 09654226800 and 09654227800 are cross-manufacturer alternatives that maintain the 37-position D-Sub plug configuration and right-angle through-hole solder termination. These parts offer higher current capacity (6.5A versus 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C), making them suitable for applications requiring enhanced thermal performance.

However, HARTING parts differ in critical mechanical parameters: flange configuration (housing/shell unthreaded versus board side M3) and backset spacing (0.409" versus 0.590"). These dimensional differences require mechanical validation and potential PCB layout modifications. Contact material differs (copper alloy versus phosphor bronze), which may affect electrical performance in specific applications. HARTING parts are ROHS3 Compliant.

Selection of HARTING alternatives should be based on specific application requirements for enhanced current capacity or temperature range, with engineering review of mechanical compatibility and contact material performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FCE17 series parts directly replace the FCC17C37PC6DB without PCB modifications?

A: Yes. FCE17 series parts maintain identical mechanical specifications including shell size 4 (DC, C) layout, board side M3 flange, 0.590" backset spacing, and 37-position configuration. No PCB layout changes are required for direct substitution.

Q: What is the primary difference between FCC17 and FCE17 series?

A: The FCC17C37PC6DB is an obsolete product with RoHS non-compliant status. The FCE17 series represents the active product line with RoHS Compliant certification and thermoplastic, glass-filled dielectric material. Electrical and mechanical specifications remain equivalent.

Q: Are all FCE17 variants electrically interchangeable?

A: Yes. All FCE17 variants (FCE17C37PC6DB, FCE17C37PC60B, FCE17C37PC61B, FCE17C37PC64B, FCE17C37PC65B, FCE17C37PC68B, FCE17C37PC69B, FCE17C37PC6EB) maintain identical electrical specifications: 5A current rating, 37-position configuration, phosphor bronze contacts with 15.0µin gold finish, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range.

Q: Can HARTING 09654226800 or 09654227800 be used as direct substitutes?

A: HARTING parts are not direct substitutes due to mechanical differences. The flange configuration differs (housing/shell unthreaded versus board side M3), and backset spacing is reduced (0.409" versus 0.590"). These dimensional variations require PCB layout validation. Contact material also differs (copper alloy versus phosphor bronze). HARTING parts are suitable only when application requirements support these mechanical and material changes.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to substitute parts?

A: All FCE17 series parts are RoHS Compliant with UL94 V-0 flammability rating. HARTING 09654226800 and 09654227800 are ROHS3 Compliant with UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The original FCC17C37PC6DB is RoHS non-compliant.

Q: Are there inventory considerations for substitute selection?

A: All substitute parts listed are active products with current inventory availability. FCE17C37PC6EB has the highest inventory (1120 pcs), followed by FCE17C37PC68B (1084 pcs). HARTING 09654226800 has 1047 pcs available. Inventory levels support production and field replacement requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the backset spacing difference in HARTING parts?

A: Backset spacing defines the distance from the flange mounting surface to the connector rear. The FCC17C37PC6DB and all FCE17 variants use 0.590" (14.99mm) spacing. HARTING parts use 0.409" (10.40mm) spacing. This difference affects PCB layout, connector positioning, and mounting clearance. Mechanical validation is required before substitution.

Q: Do substitute parts maintain the same voltage rating?

A: The FCC17C37PC6DB is rated for 200V. FCE17 series parts do not specify a voltage rating in available documentation. HARTING parts do not specify a voltage rating. For applications requiring 200V operation, the original FCC17C37PC6DB specifications should be confirmed with the substitute part manufacturer before substitution.

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