FCE17A15SC25B D-Sub 15 Position Receptacle Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FCE17A15SC25B is a 15 position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC, featuring female sockets with right-angle solder termination. This connector is classified as an active product with full RoHS compliance and is designed for through-hole PCB mounting applications. The part operates across an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C with a 5A current rating per contact.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the main part specifications, enabling direct replacement in applications where the connector footprint, pin configuration, and electrical characteristics remain compatible.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	15
Number of Rows	2
Shell Size / Layout	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination Method	Solder
Current Rating	5A
Backset Spacing	0.590" (14.99mm)
Shell Material / Finish	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the FCE17A15SC25B is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

Connector type: D-Sub receptacle with female sockets
Position count: 15 positions in 2-row configuration
Shell size and layout: Size 2 (DA, A)
Mounting orientation: Right-angle through-hole
Termination: Solder
Backset spacing: 0.590" (14.99mm)
Material flammability: UL94 V-0

Secondary Compatibility Parameters:

Current rating: Minimum 5A per contact
Contact finish: Gold plated
Shell material: Steel with plating (tin or nickel acceptable)
Operating temperature: Must encompass or exceed -40°C to 85°C range
Regulatory compliance: RoHS or ROHS3 compliant

The three identified substitute parts (183-015-213R541, 5745113-2, and 5745984-4) meet all primary criteria and maintain compatibility across secondary parameters, with noted variations in contact material, flange features, and extended temperature capabilities.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FCE17A15SC25B (Amphenol ICC)	183-015-213R541 (NorComp)	5745113-2 (TE Connectivity)	5745984-4 (TE Connectivity)
Connector Type	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	15	15	15	15
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2
Shell Size / Layout	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Panel Mount, Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	5A	6A	6A
Backset Spacing	0.590" (14.99mm)	0.590" (14.99mm)	0.545" (13.84mm)	0.590" (14.99mm)
Shell Material / Finish	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Nickel Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Brass	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Voltage Rating	Not specified	Not specified	125V	125V

Engineering Selection Recommendations

FCE17A15SC25B (Amphenol ICC) - Primary Part

This connector is the baseline reference. It maintains active product status with RoHS compliance and is suitable for applications requiring the specified -40°C to 85°C operating range and 5A per-contact current capacity.

183-015-213R541 (NorComp Inc.) - Substitute Option

This part meets all primary substitution criteria with identical backset spacing (0.590") and current rating (5A). The extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C) provides thermal margin beyond the primary part. The nickel-plated steel shell and brass contact material represent acceptable material variations. ROHS3 compliance exceeds RoHS requirements. Panel mount capability adds mechanical flexibility. Inventory availability is 1110 units.

5745113-2 (TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20) - Substitute Option

This part provides 6A current rating, exceeding the 5A requirement. Operating temperature range extends to -55°C to 105°C. Phosphor bronze contacts match the primary part material. Tin-plated steel shell aligns with primary specifications. ROHS3 compliance is confirmed. Backset spacing of 0.545" (13.84mm) represents a 0.045" (1.15mm) deviation from the primary part specification. This spacing difference requires PCB layout verification before selection. Inventory availability is 1354 units.

5745984-4 (TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20) - Substitute Option

This part matches the primary part on backset spacing (0.590"), shell material (steel, tin plated), and contact material (phosphor bronze). Current rating is 6A, providing margin above the 5A requirement. Operating temperature range extends to -55°C to 105°C. Contact finish thickness is 30.0µin (0.76µm), compared to 15.0µin on the primary part. RoHS compliance is confirmed. Ground strap feature is included. Inventory availability is 1105 units.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5745113-2 be used as a direct replacement for FCE17A15SC25B?

A: The 5745113-2 meets all electrical and connector type requirements. However, the backset spacing differs by 0.045" (1.15mm) from the primary part. PCB layout verification is required to confirm that the modified spacing does not conflict with existing hole patterns or component placement. If the PCB is designed specifically for 0.590" spacing, this part requires layout modification.

Q: What is the difference between the three substitute parts?

A: All three substitutes maintain the 15-position, 2-row D-Sub receptacle configuration with right-angle solder termination. The primary differences are: (1) 183-015-213R541 offers panel mount capability and nickel plating; (2) 5745113-2 provides higher current rating (6A) but with modified backset spacing; (3) 5745984-4 maintains identical backset spacing and includes a ground strap feature. Contact material varies between brass (NorComp) and phosphor bronze (TE Connectivity parts).

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The primary part carries RoHS Compliant status. The NorComp part (183-015-213R541) and both TE Connectivity parts (5745113-2 and 5745984-4) carry ROHS3 Compliant or RoHS Compliant designations, meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the extended operating temperature range on substitute parts?

A: The primary part operates from -40°C to 85°C. All three substitute parts extend this range to -55°C to 105°C. This extended range provides thermal margin for applications subject to wider environmental conditions but does not affect compatibility in applications limited to the primary part's temperature range.

Q: Does the higher current rating (6A) on substitute parts affect compatibility?

A: No. The 6A rating on 5745113-2 and 5745984-4 exceeds the 5A requirement of the primary part. Higher current capacity is a compatible enhancement that does not degrade performance in 5A applications.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: The primary part (FCE17A15SC25B) is supplied in unspecified packaging. Substitute parts are available as follows: 183-015-213R541 in Tray packaging (1110 units available); 5745113-2 in Bulk packaging (1354 units available); 5745984-4 in Bulk packaging (1105 units available).

Q: Can the NorComp part (183-015-213R541) be used in applications requiring panel mounting?

A: Yes. The 183-015-213R541 includes panel mount capability in addition to through-hole mounting, providing mechanical flexibility not present in the primary part or other substitutes.

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