TE Connectivity 172159-1 Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK 4-Pin Cap Housing | Suqin

Short Description:

Brand Manufacturer: TE Connectivity / AMP
MPN (Part Number): 172159-1
Product Series Family: Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK
Connector Product Type: Housing Cap (Male Pin Carrier)
Total Circuit Positions: 4 Positions
Row Configuration Grid: 2 Rows (Dual Row Layout)
Centerline Pitch Spacing: 0.165″ (4.20mm)
Connector System Interface: Wire-to-Panel / Wire-to-Wire
Maximum Operating Voltage: 600 VAC / 600 VDC
Mounting Type Integration: Panel Mount (With Integrated Mounting Ears)
Housing Base Compound: Nylon 66 (Polyamide)

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Buy TE Connectivity 172159-1 Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK 4-position rectangular cap housing at Suqin. Features a 4.2mm pitch, 2-row layout, UL 94V-0 nylon shell, and integrated panel mounting ears for rugged power and signal wiring.

Data Overview

Technical Parametric Attributes	Spec Detail Values
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity / AMP
Product Part Number	172159-1
Product Category	Rectangular Connectors – Housings
Product Series	Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK
Connector & Housing Type	Cap
Connector System	Wire-to-Panel, Wire-to-Wire
Number of Positions	4 Positions
Number of Rows	2 Rows
Pitch (Centerline)	4.20mm (0.165 in)
Row-to-Row Spacing	4.20mm (0.165 in)
Operating Voltage (AC/DC)	600 V
Contact Type Compatibility	Pin (Contacts Sold Separately)
Termination Method	Crimp
Connector Mounting Type	Panel Mount
Panel Mount Feature	With Mounting Ears
Recommended Panel Thickness	0.80mm – 2.00mm (0.031 in – 0.078 in)
Housing Material	Nylon 66
UL Flammability Rating	UL 94V-0
Primary Housing Color	Natural
Connector Dimensions (L x H x W)	11.8mm x 9.8mm x 9.8mm
Operating Temperature Range	-20°C ~ 105°C (-4°F ~ 221°F)
Circuit Application	Power & Signal
Agency Approvals	UL Recognized (E28476), CSA Certified (LR 7189)

Product Details

Core Specifications	Engineering Advantages	Operational Benefits
Integrated Panel Mounting Ears	Self-contained flexible side wings lock instantly into cutout windows without auxiliary mounting hardware or screws.	Slashes structural assembly times on the factory floor and ensures a clean, rattle-free interface on control panels.
UL 94V-0 Rated Nylon 66 Housing	High-grade flame-retardant polyamide provides superior structural strength and self-extinguishes within seconds in thermal emergencies.	Prevents circuit faults from escalating into electrical fires, satisfying strict safety audits for consumer and commercial hardware.
Dual-Row 4.2mm Pitch Compact Grid	Compact spacing packs 4 high-voltage power lines into a minimized cross-sectional profile ($11.8\text{ mm} \times 9.8\text{ mm}$).	Solves strict volumetric space limits in white goods, industrial machinery, and power distribution modules.
600 VAC/VDC Power & Signal Rating	Robust internal isolation barriers are designed to reliably handle high-voltage currents alongside delicate control signals simultaneously.	Eliminates the need to separate power and data streams into two connectors, lowering bill of materials (BOM) complexity and costs.

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Q1: Does the 172159-1 package include the metal pin terminals?

No. The 172159-1 part number is exclusively for the nylon cap housing. Crimp pin contacts must be selected and purchased separately based on your specific wire gauge (such as 18-22 AWG or 22-26 AWG) to complete the assembly wire configuration.

Q2: What is the benefit of the “Mounting Ears” feature on this cap?

The integrated flexible mounting ears allow the connector to function as a panel-mount interface. It easily snaps into a pre-cut rectangular panel cutout (recommended thickness: 0.8mm to 2.0mm) and locks securely into place without screws, stabilizing your wire-to-panel wire layouts against strain.

Q3: Can the 172159-1 housing cap be used for wire-to-wire inline applications?

Yes. While it features mounting ears optimized for panel cutouts, it can also be used as a free-hanging wire-to-wire inline connector. It mates perfectly with matching Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK plug housings to create a reliable inline disconnect system.