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FCC17C37SB280 D-Sub Receptacle 37-Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The FCC17C37SB280 is a 37-position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This through-hole, right-angle solder-terminated connector features female sockets with gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts and a tin-plated steel shell. The connector is classified as obsolete product status, with 843 pieces currently in stock.
Due to the obsolete status of the FCC17C37SB280, identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to ensure design continuity and procurement availability for new production runs and field replacements. Active-status alternatives from Amphenol ICC and other manufacturers provide functional equivalence while offering improved availability and compliance certifications.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | FCC17C37SB280 Specification |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets |
| 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 ~ 85°C |
| Shell Material, Finish | Steel, Tin Plated |
| Contact Finish | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) |
| Contact Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Backset Spacing | 0.405" (10.29mm) |
| Flange Feature | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) |
| Features | Board Lock, Filter |
| Material Flammability Rating | UL94 V-0 |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 (Unlimited) |
| Product Status | Obsolete |
| RoHS Status | RoHS non-compliant |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitute parts for the FCC17C37SB280 are grouped into two categories based on electrical and mechanical compatibility:
Category 1: Direct Series Equivalents (Amphenol ICC FCE17 Series)
The FCE17C37SB280, FCE17C37SB200, FCE17C37SB210, FCE17C37SB240, FCE17C37SB250, FCE17C37SB290, FCE17C37SB2D0, and FCE17C37SB2E0 are direct functional equivalents. These parts maintain identical specifications across all critical parameters: 37-position configuration, 2-row layout, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle solder termination, 5A current rating, 0.405" backset spacing, board lock and filter features, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range. All FCE17 variants feature thermoplastic glass-filled dielectric material and are RoHS compliant with active product status. The primary difference between FCE17 variants lies in the final suffix characters, which denote internal configuration variations not affecting mechanical or electrical compatibility.
Category 2: Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives (HARTING Series)
The HARTING 09644147232 and 09664127600 connectors provide functional substitution with notable parameter variations. These alternatives maintain the 37-position, 2-row D-Sub receptacle configuration with through-hole right-angle solder termination and shell size 4 (DC, C). However, they differ in current rating (7.5A and 6.5A respectively versus 5A), backset spacing (0.401" and 0.409" versus 0.405"), operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C), and dielectric material composition. Both HARTING parts are RoHS3 compliant and feature UL94 V-0 flammability ratings.
Key Parameters Determining Substitution Eligibility:
- Connector type: D-Sub receptacle, female sockets
- Position count: 37
- Row configuration: 2 rows
- Shell size: 4 (DC, C)
- Mounting: Through hole, right angle
- Termination: Solder
- Flange: Housing/shell unthreaded
- Features: Board lock, filter
- Flammability: UL94 V-0
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | FCC17C37SB280 | FCE17C37SB280 | FCE17C37SB200 | FCE17C37SB210 | FCE17C37SB240 | FCE17C37SB250 | FCE17C37SB290 | FCE17C37SB2D0 | FCE17C37SB2E0 | 09644147232 | 09664127600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets | D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets |
| 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 |
| Current Rating (Amps) | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 5A | 7.5A | 6.5A |
| Voltage Rating | 200V | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | 100V | Not specified |
| 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 |
| 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 (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Gold, 15.0µin (0.38µm) | Not specified | Not specified |
| 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 | 0.405" (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) | 0.401" (10.20mm) | 0.409" (10.40mm) |
| Flange Feature | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) | Housing/Shell (4-40) | Housing/Shell (Unthreaded) |
| Features | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter | Board Lock, Filter, Mounting Brackets | No features specified |
| 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 |
| 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 | Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT) | Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Polyester, Glass Filled |
| 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 |
| 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 FCE17C37SB280, FCE17C37SB200, FCE17C37SB210, FCE17C37SB240, FCE17C37SB250, FCE17C37SB290, FCE17C37SB2D0, and FCE17C37SB2E0 connectors are the preferred substitutes for the obsolete FCC17C37SB280. These parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering active product status and RoHS compliance. The FCE17 series provides direct form-fit-function compatibility with the original FCC17C37SB280, ensuring seamless integration into existing designs without PCB layout modifications or connector housing changes.
All FCE17 variants are manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products), the same manufacturer as the original part, ensuring consistent quality standards and manufacturing processes. The glass-filled thermoplastic dielectric material in the FCE17 series provides enhanced mechanical strength compared to the unfilled thermoplastic in the FCC17C37SB280. Current inventory levels for FCE17 variants range from 727 to 1167 pieces, ensuring reliable procurement availability.
Secondary Recommendation: HARTING Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives
The HARTING 09644147232 and 09664127600 connectors provide functional substitution for applications where cross-manufacturer sourcing is acceptable. These alternatives maintain the 37-position D-Sub receptacle configuration with identical shell size, mounting type, and termination method. Both HARTING parts feature RoHS3 compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability ratings.
The HARTING 09644147232 offers higher current rating (7.5A versus 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C), making it suitable for applications requiring enhanced thermal performance. However, it features a threaded flange (4-40) and lower voltage rating (100V versus 200V), requiring design evaluation for compatibility.
The HARTING 09664127600 provides a 6.5A current rating with extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) and maintains an unthreaded flange configuration. Backset spacing variations (0.401" and 0.409" versus 0.405") in HARTING alternatives may require PCB layout verification to ensure clearance compatibility with existing mounting holes and component placement.
Compliance Considerations
For applications subject to RoHS regulations, the FCE17 series is mandatory, as the original FCC17C37SB280 is RoHS non-compliant. The FCE17 series meets RoHS compliance requirements while maintaining functional equivalence. HARTING alternatives provide ROHS3 compliance, suitable for applications requiring enhanced environmental compliance standards.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can FCE17C37SB280 directly replace FCC17C37SB280 without PCB modifications?
A: Yes. The FCE17C37SB280 maintains identical mechanical dimensions, backset spacing (0.405"), shell size (4 DC, C), mounting type (through-hole right angle), and flange configuration (unthreaded housing/shell). No PCB layout modifications are required for direct substitution.
Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17 part number suffixes (SB280, SB200, SB210, SB240, SB250, SB290, SB2D0, SB2E0)?
A: The suffix characters denote internal configuration variations that do not affect mechanical or electrical compatibility. All FCE17 variants maintain identical specifications for connector type, position count, current rating, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and physical dimensions. The suffix variations represent different internal contact arrangements or manufacturing configurations that are transparent to the end user.
Q: Are HARTING connectors mechanically compatible with the FCC17C37SB280 footprint?
A: HARTING connectors maintain the 37-position D-Sub receptacle configuration with shell size 4 (DC, C) and through-hole right-angle mounting. However, backset spacing variations (HARTING 09644147232: 0.401", HARTING 09664127600: 0.409" versus FCC17C37SB280: 0.405") may require PCB layout verification. The HARTING 09644147232 features a threaded flange (4-40) versus the unthreaded flange on the original part, requiring mounting hole design evaluation. PCB layout compatibility assessment is recommended before design implementation.
Q: What is the voltage rating difference between FCC17C37SB280 (200V) and FCE17 variants (not specified)?
A: The FCE17 series does not specify a voltage rating in the provided technical documentation. For applications requiring 200V voltage rating confirmation, contact the manufacturer directly or consult detailed datasheet specifications. The absence of a specified voltage rating does not indicate reduced voltage capability; it reflects differences in manufacturer documentation practices.
Q: Are the FCE17 connectors RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. All FCE17 variants (FCE17C37SB280, FCE17C37SB200, FCE17C37SB210, FCE17C37SB240, FCE17C37SB250, FCE17C37SB290, FCE17C37SB2D0, FCE17C37SB2E0) are RoHS compliant. The original FCC17C37SB280 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations, FCE17 series substitution is mandatory.
Q: What is the current rating difference between FCC17C37SB280 (5A) and HARTING alternatives (7.5A and 6.5A)?
A: The HARTING 09644147232 provides 7.5A current rating and HARTING 09664127600 provides 6.5A current rating, both exceeding the original 5A specification. Higher current ratings indicate enhanced current-carrying capacity. For applications operating at or below 5A, both HARTING alternatives are suitable. For applications requiring current ratings above 5A, HARTING alternatives provide additional margin.
Q: What is the operating temperature range difference between FCC17C37SB280 (-40°C to 85°C) and HARTING alternatives (-55°C to 125°C)?
A: HARTING connectors provide extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) compared to the original part (-40°C to 85°C). This extended range accommodates applications requiring operation in extreme thermal environments. For applications operating within the original -40°C to 85°C range, both original and HARTING specifications are suitable. For applications requiring extended thermal performance, HARTING alternatives provide enhanced capability.
Q: What dielectric material differences exist between FCC17C37SB280 and substitute parts?
A: The FCC17C37SB280 features unfilled thermoplastic dielectric material. All FCE17 variants feature thermoplastic glass-filled dielectric material, providing enhanced mechanical strength and dimensional stability. HARTING 09644147232 uses polycyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate (PCT), and HARTING 09664127600 uses polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) with polyester and glass filling. Glass-filled and engineered thermoplastic materials provide superior performance characteristics compared to unfilled thermoplastic.
Q: Is inventory availability a consideration for part selection?
A: Yes. Current inventory levels vary across substitute options: FCC17C37SB280 (843 pieces), FCE17C37SB280 (727 pieces), FCE17C37SB200 (1110 pieces), FCE17C37SB210 (906 pieces), FCE17C37SB240 (810 pieces), FCE17C37SB250 (1091 pieces), FCE17C37SB290 (1167 pieces), FCE17C37SB2D0 (771 pieces), FCE17C37SB2E0 (1131 pieces), HARTING 09644147232 (715 pieces), and HARTING 09664127600 (930 pieces). For high-volume production requirements, FCE17C37SB290 and FCE17C37SB200 offer the highest current inventory levels.
Q: What contact material differences exist between substitute options?
A: The FCC17C37SB280 and all FCE17 variants feature phosphor bronze contacts with gold plating (15.0µin / 0.38µm thickness). HARTING alternatives feature copper alloy contacts with contact finish specifications not provided in technical documentation. Phosphor bronze provides superior corrosion resistance and contact reliability compared to standard copper alloys. For applications requiring enhanced contact performance and corrosion resistance, phosphor bronze contacts are preferred.
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