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FCC17C37SC440 D-Sub Receptacle 37-Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The FCC17C37SC440 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, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute parts for ongoing design and procurement requirements. Equivalent alternatives maintain functional compatibility while offering improved product status and compliance certifications.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | FCC17C37SC440 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 |
| Shell Material, Finish | Steel, Tin Plated |
| Contact Finish | Gold |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 15.0µin (0.38µm) |
| Current Rating | 5A |
| Voltage Rating | 200V |
| Backset Spacing | 0.590" (14.99mm) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Material Flammability Rating | UL94 V-0 |
| Contact Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Dielectric Material | Thermoplastic |
| Features | Board Lock, Filter |
| Product Status | Obsolete |
| RoHS Status | RoHS Non-Compliant |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitute parts for the FCC17C37SC440 are grouped into two categories based on parametric compatibility:
Category 1: Direct Amphenol ICC Equivalents (FCE17 Series)
The FCE17C37SC440, FCE17C37SC400, FCE17C37SC410, FCE17C37SC450, FCE17C37SC480, FCE17C37SC490, FCE17C37SC4D0, and FCE17C37SC4E0 are parametric equivalents manufactured by Amphenol ICC. These parts maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications including 37-position configuration, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle mounting, solder termination, 5A current rating, 0.590" backset spacing, and operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. All FCE17 variants feature thermoplastic glass-filled dielectric material and are RoHS Compliant with Active product status. The primary distinction between FCE17 variants lies in contact finish specifications encoded in the part number suffix, which do not affect functional compatibility with the original FCC17C37SC440 application.
Category 2: Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives (HARTING)
The HARTING 09644147232 and 09664127600 connectors provide functional substitution with notable parameter variations. Both maintain the 37-position D-Sub receptacle configuration, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle mounting, and solder termination. However, these alternatives differ in backset spacing (0.401" to 0.409" versus 0.590"), current rating (6.5A to 7.5A versus 5A), voltage rating (100V versus 200V), operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C), and dielectric material composition. These differences require application-level verification before implementation.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | FCC17C37SC440 | FCE17C37SC440 | FCE17C37SC400 | FCE17C37SC410 | FCE17C37SC450 | FCE17C37SC480 | FCE17C37SC490 | FCE17C37SC4D0 | FCE17C37SC4E0 | 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 |
| 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 | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| 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) | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| 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 |
| 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) | 0.401" (10.20mm) | 0.409" (10.40mm) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -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 |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 | Not Specified |
| 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: FCE17 Series Equivalents
The FCE17C37SC440, FCE17C37SC400, FCE17C37SC410, FCE17C37SC450, FCE17C37SC480, FCE17C37SC490, FCE17C37SC4D0, and FCE17C37SC4E0 represent the optimal substitution path for the obsolete FCC17C37SC440. These Amphenol ICC connectors maintain complete parametric equivalence across all critical mechanical and electrical specifications: 37-position configuration, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle mounting, solder termination, 5A current rating, 0.590" backset spacing, and -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range. All FCE17 variants are Active products with RoHS Compliant certification, addressing the regulatory and supply chain limitations of the obsolete FCC17C37SC440. The FCE17 series variants differ only in contact finish specifications encoded in the part number suffix, which do not affect functional compatibility. Selection among FCE17 variants should be based on specific contact finish requirements for the application.
Secondary Recommendation: HARTING Cross-Manufacturer Alternatives
The HARTING 09644147232 and 09664127600 connectors provide functional D-Sub receptacle alternatives with Active product status and ROHS3 Compliance. These parts maintain the 37-position configuration, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle mounting, and solder termination. However, implementation of HARTING alternatives requires verification of application tolerance to parameter variations: backset spacing differs (0.401" to 0.409" versus 0.590"), current rating is higher (6.5A to 7.5A versus 5A), voltage rating is lower (100V versus 200V), and operating temperature range is extended (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C). These alternatives are suitable only for applications where the specified parameter variations do not conflict with design requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the primary reason for substituting the FCC17C37SC440?
A: The FCC17C37SC440 is classified as Obsolete, creating supply chain and long-term availability constraints. Active equivalent parts ensure continued procurement and support for new designs and production runs.
Q: Are the FCE17 series connectors direct replacements for the FCC17C37SC440?
A: Yes. The FCE17C37SC440, FCE17C37SC400, FCE17C37SC410, FCE17C37SC450, FCE17C37SC480, FCE17C37SC490, FCE17C37SC4D0, and FCE17C37SC4E0 maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications including connector type, position count, shell size, mounting configuration, termination method, current rating, backset spacing, and operating temperature range. These parts are parametric equivalents suitable for direct substitution.
Q: What is the difference between the various FCE17 part numbers?
A: The FCE17 variants differ in contact finish specifications encoded in the part number suffix (SC440, SC400, SC410, SC450, SC480, SC490, SC4D0, SC4E0). These suffixes indicate different contact finish configurations that do not affect functional compatibility with the original FCC17C37SC440 application. Selection should be based on specific contact finish requirements.
Q: Can HARTING connectors be used as substitutes for the FCC17C37SC440?
A: HARTING 09644147232 and 09664127600 connectors provide functional D-Sub receptacle alternatives with the same 37-position configuration and shell size. However, these parts differ in backset spacing (0.401" to 0.409" versus 0.590"), current rating (6.5A to 7.5A versus 5A), voltage rating (100V versus 200V), and operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C). Implementation requires verification that these parameter variations are compatible with application requirements.
Q: What compliance certifications are available for substitute parts?
A: All FCE17 series equivalents are RoHS Compliant with Active product status. HARTING alternatives are ROHS3 Compliant with Active product status. The original FCC17C37SC440 is RoHS Non-Compliant. Compliance requirements should be evaluated against design and regulatory specifications.
Q: Are there inventory considerations for selecting substitute parts?
A: Current inventory levels vary across substitute options. FCE17C37SC440 has 1111 units in stock, FCE17C37SC400 has 1162 units, FCE17C37SC410 has 1147 units, FCE17C37SC450 has 904 units, FCE17C37SC480 has 975 units, FCE17C37SC490 has 688 units, FCE17C37SC4D0 has 746 units, FCE17C37SC4E0 has 885 units, HARTING 09644147232 has 715 units, and HARTING 09664127600 has 930 units. Inventory availability should be confirmed for production scheduling.
Q: What is the significance of the backset spacing difference in HARTING alternatives?
A: Backset spacing defines the distance from the connector mounting surface to the rear of the connector body. The FCC17C37SC440 specifies 0.590" (14.99mm), while HARTING alternatives specify 0.401" to 0.409" (10.20mm to 10.40mm). This difference affects PCB layout and mounting clearance requirements. HARTING alternatives are suitable only if application design accommodates the reduced backset spacing.
Q: What contact material differences exist between substitute options?
A: The FCC17C37SC440 and all FCE17 equivalents use Phosphor Bronze contacts. HARTING alternatives use Copper Alloy contacts. Both materials are suitable for signal-level applications, but material selection may affect contact resistance and wear characteristics in specific operating environments.
Q: Are the dielectric material differences between substitutes significant?
A: The FCC17C37SC440 uses Thermoplastic dielectric material, while FCE17 equivalents use Thermoplastic Glass Filled material, and HARTING alternatives use PCT or PBT Glass Filled materials. These differences affect mechanical strength and thermal performance. FCE17 glass-filled variants provide enhanced mechanical properties compared to the original part. HARTING alternatives offer different thermal and mechanical characteristics that should be evaluated against application requirements.
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