FCE17C37SA65B D-Sub 37 Position Receptacle Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FCE17C37SA65B is a 37 position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This connector features female sockets in a right-angle, through-hole solder termination configuration with a shell size 4 (DC, C) layout. The part is currently active in production with 1031 pieces in stock inventory.

D-Sub connectors of this specification are used in applications requiring standardized parallel data transmission, serial communications, and industrial control interfaces. Substitute parts become necessary when the primary manufacturer part is unavailable, when alternative sourcing reduces procurement lead times, or when design requirements allow for compatible alternatives that meet the same electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

FCE17C37SA65B

Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)In Stock: 1126FCE17C37SA65B Datasheet

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09684535613

HARTINGIn Stock: 82609684535613 Datasheet

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09684537613

HARTINGIn Stock: 118909684537613 Datasheet

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182-037-213R531

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 2635182-037-213R531 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of D-Sub 37 position receptacle connectors is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Equivalence Parameters:

• Connector style (D-Sub)
• Connector type (Receptacle, Female Sockets)
• Number of positions (37)
• Number of rows (2)
• Shell size and connector layout (4 / DC, C)
• Mounting type (Through Hole, Right Angle)
• Termination method (Solder)
• Backset spacing (0.318" / 8.08mm)

Allowable Variation Parameters:

• Current rating (substitute must equal or exceed 5A minimum)
• Operating temperature range (substitute must encompass or exceed -40°C ~ 85°C)
• Contact finish composition (Gold, Gold-Palladium, or equivalent noble metal finishes)
• Contact finish thickness (variations acceptable within industry standards)
• Shell material finish (Steel with Tin Plated, Steel without finish specification, or Steel with Nickel Plated)
• Flange feature design (Housing/Shell with different fastener specifications, or Mating Side with Screwlock)
• Dielectric material composition (Thermoplastic Glass Filled, Polybutylene Terephthalate, or Polyamide variants)
• Compliance certifications (RoHS Compliant, ROHS3 Compliant, or REACH Unaffected status)

The three substitute parts listed (HARTING 09684535613, HARTING 09684537613, and NorComp Inc. 182-037-213R531) meet all mandatory equivalence parameters and fall within allowable variation ranges for the identified parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Amphenol ICC FCE17C37SA65B remains the primary specification when the original design baseline and exact thermal performance envelope (-40°C ~ 85°C) are required. This part carries RoHS Compliant certification and maintains active production status with 1031 units in current inventory.

HARTING 09684535613 serves as a direct substitute when higher current capacity (6.5A versus 5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C) are acceptable or beneficial. This part carries ROHS3 Compliant certification and REACH Unaffected status, with 815 units in inventory. The thicker contact finish (30.0µin) provides enhanced durability in high-cycle mating applications.

HARTING 09684537613 functions as an equivalent substitute with identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the 09684535613, offering the same current rating and temperature range advantages. This part carries ROHS3 Compliant certification and REACH Unaffected status, with 1143 units in inventory. Contact finish specifications are not provided for this variant.

NorComp Inc. 182-037-213R531 provides substitution when panel mount capability is required in addition to through-hole mounting. This part maintains the 5A current rating and carries ROHS3 Compliant certification with REACH Unaffected status. Operating temperature range extends to -55°C ~ 105°C. Inventory availability is highest at 2611 units. Moisture Sensitivity Level is Not Applicable for this part.

All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and are electrically and mechanically compatible with the FCE17C37SA65B within the specified parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can HARTING 09684535613 or 09684537613 be used as direct replacements for FCE17C37SA65B?

A: Yes. Both HARTING parts meet all mandatory equivalence parameters: 37 position D-Sub receptacle, female sockets, shell size 4 (DC, C), through-hole right-angle solder termination, and 0.318" backset spacing. The higher current rating (6.5A) and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C) represent performance enhancements rather than incompatibilities.

Q: What is the difference between HARTING 09684535613 and 09684537613?

A: Both parts are functionally equivalent D-Sub 37 position receptacles with identical electrical ratings, mounting specifications, and temperature ranges. The primary difference is that 09684535613 specifies contact finish as Gold or Gold-Palladium with 30.0µin thickness, while 09684537613 does not provide contact finish specifications. Both carry ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected certifications.

Q: Is NorComp Inc. 182-037-213R531 suitable for applications requiring only through-hole mounting?

A: Yes. The 182-037-213R531 supports both panel mount and through-hole mounting configurations. When only through-hole mounting is required, this part functions identically to the FCE17C37SA65B. The additional panel mount capability does not affect through-hole performance.

Q: What are the key differences in operating temperature ranges among these parts?

A: The FCE17C37SA65B operates from -40°C to 85°C. Both HARTING parts (09684535613 and 09684537613) extend this range to -55°C to 125°C. The NorComp 182-037-213R531 operates from -55°C to 105°C. All ranges encompass the original specification, making any substitute acceptable for the baseline application.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts?

A: The FCE17C37SA65B carries RoHS Compliant certification. All three substitute parts carry ROHS3 Compliant certification, which represents a more recent compliance standard. The HARTING parts additionally carry REACH Unaffected status. The NorComp part carries ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected status. All parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Q: What is the significance of contact finish thickness differences?

A: The FCE17C37SA65B specifies 15.0µin (0.38µm) gold contact finish. HARTING 09684535613 specifies 30.0µin (0.76µm), providing double the thickness. NorComp 182-037-213R531 specifies flash thickness. Thicker contact finishes generally provide enhanced wear resistance in high-cycle mating applications. All finishes are within industry standards for D-Sub connectors.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: NorComp Inc. 182-037-213R531 has the highest inventory with 2611 units in stock, compared to 1143 units for HARTING 09684537613 and 815 units for HARTING 09684535613.

Q: Can these parts be intermixed in the same application?

A: Yes, provided the application requirements fall within the most restrictive parameter envelope. If the application requires the full -40°C to 85°C range of the FCE17C37SA65B and no higher, all substitutes remain compatible. If higher current capacity or extended temperature range is available in the substitute, it does not create incompatibility.