FCE17B25SN290 D-Sub 25 Position Receptacle Connector – Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FCE17B25SN290 is a 25 position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC, featuring female sockets with vertical through-hole solder termination. This connector is classified as an active product with full RoHS compliance and is designed for signal applications requiring reliable D-Sub connectivity in industrial and commercial equipment. Substitute parts are identified to address inventory availability, alternative sourcing requirements, or specific application constraints while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

FCE17B25SN290
Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)In Stock: 770FCE17B25SN290 Datasheet
FCE17B25SN290
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172-025-283L001
NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1400172-025-283L001 Datasheet
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5205738-1
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Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Manufacturer Part Number FCE17B25SN290
Manufacturer Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)
Connector Type Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions 25
Shell Size / Connector Layout 3 (DB, B)
Mounting Type Through Hole
Termination Solder
Shell Material / Finish Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish Gold
Current Rating 5A
Operating Temperature Range -40°C ~ 85°C
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant
Product Status Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories based on allowed mechanical and electrical parameters:

Category 1: NorComp Inc. 172 Series (Panel Mount Variants)

  • Part numbers: 172-025-283L001, 172-025-283L011, 172-025-283L021
  • Substitution basis: Identical 25 position D-Sub receptacle configuration, female sockets, solder termination, shell size 3 (DB, B), UL94 V-0 flammability rating, 5A current rating, gold contact finish
  • Distinguishing feature: Panel mount through-hole mounting type (versus vertical through-hole on main part)
  • Contact material: Brass (versus phosphor bronze on main part)
  • Dielectric material: Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) (versus thermoplastic glass-filled on main part)
  • Operating temperature: -50°C ~ 125°C (extended range versus -40°C ~ 85°C on main part)
  • Flange feature variations: 172-025-283L001 has unthreaded housing; 172-025-283L011 and 172-025-283L021 have board-side 4-40 mounting

Category 2: TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20 Series (Through-Hole Variants)

  • Part numbers: 5205738-1, 5205738-3, 5205738-7, 5745187-1, 5745187-3, 5745187-7, 5745187-8
  • Substitution basis: Identical 25 position D-Sub receptacle configuration, female sockets, vertical through-hole solder termination, shell size 3 (DB, B), UL94 V-0 flammability rating, gold contact finish, phosphor bronze contact material
  • Current rating: 6A (versus 5A on main part)
  • Voltage rating: 125V (specified on substitutes; not specified on main part)
  • Operating temperature: -55°C ~ 105°C (extended range versus -40°C ~ 85°C on main part)
  • Shell finish variations: 5205738 series uses yellow chromate plated zinc; 5745187 series uses tin plated
  • Dielectric material: Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Glass Filled (versus thermoplastic glass-filled on main part)

Parameter Comparison

Parameter FCE17B25SN290 (Main) 172-025-283L001 172-025-283L011 172-025-283L021 5205738-1 5205738-3 5205738-7 5745187-1 5745187-3 5745187-7 5745187-8
Connector Type Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25
Shell Size / Layout 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B) 3 (DB, B)
Mounting Type Through Hole Panel Mount, Through Hole Panel Mount, Through Hole Panel Mount, Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole Through Hole
Termination Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder Solder
Shell Material / Finish Steel, Tin Plated Steel, Nickel Plated Steel, Nickel Plated Steel, Nickel Plated Steel, Yellow Chromate Plated Zinc Steel, Yellow Chromate Plated Zinc Steel, Yellow Chromate Plated Zinc Steel, Tin Plated Steel, Tin Plated Steel, Tin Plated Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold Gold
Contact Material Phosphor Bronze Brass Brass Brass Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze
Current Rating (Amps) 5A 5A 5A 5A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A
Voltage Rating Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified Not Specified 125V 125V 125V 125V 125V 125V 125V
Operating Temperature Range -40°C ~ 85°C -50°C ~ 125°C -50°C ~ 125°C -50°C ~ 125°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°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
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant RoHS Compliant ROHS3 Compliant RoHS Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant RoHS Compliant
Product Status Active Active Active Active Active Active Active Active Active Active Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts listed maintain active product status and comply with RoHS requirements, ensuring regulatory compliance equivalent to the FCE17B25SN290.

For vertical through-hole mounting applications requiring direct form-fit compatibility: Select from the TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20 series (5205738 or 5745187 variants). These parts maintain identical vertical through-hole mounting orientation, phosphor bronze contact material, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The 5745187 series with tin-plated steel shell provides the closest material match to the FCE17B25SN290. All variants in this series provide higher current rating (6A versus 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C versus -40°C ~ 85°C), supporting broader application requirements.

For panel mount applications: Select from the NorComp Inc. 172 series (172-025-283L001, 172-025-283L011, or 172-025-283L021). These parts accommodate panel-mounted through-hole installation with extended operating temperature range (-50°C ~ 125°C). Flange feature selection depends on mounting hardware: 172-025-283L001 for unthreaded housing, or 172-025-283L011 and 172-025-283L021 for board-side 4-40 threaded mounting.

All substitute parts maintain 25 position D-Sub receptacle configuration, female socket contact type, solder termination, shell size 3 (DB, B), gold contact finish, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the NorComp 172 series parts directly replace the FCE17B25SN290 in a vertical through-hole PCB application?

A: No. The NorComp 172 series is designed for panel mount through-hole installation, not vertical through-hole PCB mounting. The mechanical mounting interface differs from the FCE17B25SN290. For vertical through-hole applications, use the TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20 series (5205738 or 5745187 variants).

Q: What is the difference between the 5205738 and 5745187 series from TE Connectivity?

A: Both series are AMPLIMITE HDP-20 25 position D-Sub receptacles with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary difference is shell finish: 5205738 series uses yellow chromate plated zinc; 5745187 series uses tin plated. The 5745187 series provides closer material match to the FCE17B25SN290 (tin plated steel shell).

Q: Are the substitute parts rated for the same current as the FCE17B25SN290?

A: The FCE17B25SN290 is rated at 5A. The NorComp 172 series maintains 5A rating. The TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20 series (all 5205738 and 5745187 variants) is rated at 6A, providing higher current capacity.

Q: Do all substitute parts have the same operating temperature range as the FCE17B25SN290?

A: No. The FCE17B25SN290 operates from -40°C to 85°C. The NorComp 172 series extends to -50°C ~ 125°C. The TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HDP-20 series extends to -55°C ~ 105°C. All substitute parts support the FCE17B25SN290 operating range and exceed it.

Q: What packaging options are available for the substitute parts?

A: NorComp 172 series parts are supplied in Tray packaging. TE Connectivity 5205738-1 is supplied in Bulk; 5205738-3, 5205738-7, 5745187-1, 5745187-3, 5745187-7, and 5745187-8 are supplied in Tube packaging.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts are RoHS compliant (either RoHS or ROHS3 designation). The FCE17B25SN290 is RoHS Compliant, and all listed substitutes maintain equivalent or enhanced RoHS compliance status.

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