1546173-6

Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part number 1546173-6 is a pluggable terminal block plug featuring an eight-position configuration with a 5 mm pitch. It is designed for right-angle or 180-degree installation orientations and utilizes green polyamide insulation. The component supports wire gauges ranging from 30 AWG to 14 AWG, with phosphor bronze contacts finished in tin plating. Rated for 12 A current and 300 VAC voltage, it meets UL 94 V-0 flammability standards. This product is currently classified as obsolete.

Feature Summary

• Utilizes a push-in spring clamp termination method to reduce wiring time and labor costs
• Features a robust polyamide housing constructed from flame-retardant materials
• Designed for secure PCB mounting with standardized pin spacing

Applications

• Industrial control panel wiring
• General purpose electrical interconnections
• Automotive circuit assembly

Procurement Notes

Verify the obsolete status of this component before initiating procurement processes. Confirm availability through authorized distributors or secondary markets, as standard factory supply is discontinued. Ensure that any sourced units meet original manufacturing specifications to maintain system reliability and safety compliance.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-current capacity terminal block is required for space-constrained applications. The 5 mm pitch allows for dense circuit layouts while maintaining adequate creepage distances. Consider the right-angle orientation for efficient board edge routing and cable management in enclosed equipment designs.

Part Context

This part belongs to the TE Connectivity pluggable terminal block family, which provides reliable connection solutions for various industrial environments. These components are engineered for durability and ease of maintenance, supporting both field and factory installations with standardized interfaces compatible with mating header connectors.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers: 1546173-8.