{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"2171770001","brand":"Molex","brandSlug":"molex","productSlug":"2171770001","canonicalUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/molex/2171770001","factsUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/api/mcp/products/2171770001","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Molex 217177 Series USB-C (USB TYPE-C) Receptacle, 2171770001, 24 (6+18 Dummy) Contacts, 3A, 30VAC/DC, Shielded, IPX5 Waterproof, Surface Mount Right Angle Mid Mount, 10000 Mating Cycles","salesMarkdown":"## Sealed USB-C for Industrial and Outdoor Duty The Molex 2171770001 is a USB Type-C receptacle rated IPX5 against water ingress, with a shielded steel and stainless shell that contains emissions and protects the signal path. It carries 24 contacts — 6 active across the standard USB 3.1 Gen 2 signal and power pins, plus 18 dummy positions for mechanical stability and future-proofing. The 3 A per-contact rating at 30 VAC/DC covers both charging and data-line current, and the 10000 mating cycles put it well beyond consumer-grade USB-C receptacles, which typically spec 5000 cycles. ## Board Layout: Right-Angle Mid-Mount SMT This is a surface-mount, right-angle receptacle with a horizontal mid-mount feature — the connector body sits recessed into a cutout on the PCB edge so the mating face aligns flush with the board edge. The mid-mount design reduces the z-height above the board, which matters for tight enclosures where a standard right-angle USB-C would protrude too far. The SMT tails are gold-plated for solderability and corrosion resistance during reflow. The 24 pads follow the USB Type-C footprint standard; the 18 dummy contacts provide additional solder-joint strength against insertion and cable strain forces. ## IPX5 — Waterproof Only When Mated The IPX5 rating means the receptacle withstands low-pressure water jets from any direction — but only when mated with a corresponding IPX5-rated USB-C plug. Unmated, the receptacle cavity is open; if the application needs the port to survive washdown or rain between uses, a sealing cap for the open half is required. The gasket inside the shell compresses against the plug body to create the seal; the stainless steel shell resists corrosion in humid or chemically washed environments. ## 10000 Mating Cycles — Field-Service Grade The 10000-cycle rating is the standout durability spec. Standard USB-C receptacles for consumer devices typically carry 5000 to 10000 cycles; this sits at the high end, suited for equipment that sees frequent plug-unplug cycles — handheld scanners, portable medical devices, test equipment, or industrial HMIs. The gold-plated contacts and dual-beam design maintain contact force across those cycles without exposing base metal. For a fixed-installation cable that mates once, this rating is overkill; for a field-service port that gets plugged daily, it is the spec that prevents early field failure. ## USB 3.1 Gen 2 Compatibility The 24-contact layout with 6 active signal/power lines maps to the USB 3.1 Gen 2 pinout (SuperSpeed+ data pairs, CC line, VBUS, and ground). The shielded shell provides the EMI containment needed to sustain the 10 Gbps signalling rate without crosstalk degradation. The 3 A rating supports standard USB charging profiles up to 15 W; for higher-power USB PD applications, verify the system's current negotiation stays within the per-contact limit.","metaTitle":"Molex 2171770001 USB-C Receptacle, IPX5, 10000 Cycles","metaDescription":"Molex 2171770001 USB Type-C receptacle, 24 contacts, 3A/30V, IPX5 waterproof, shielded, 10000 mating cycles, SMT right-angle mid-mount. Active production","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":"217177","packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":"ROHS3 Compliant","productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["USB, Type-C & HDMI Connectors","USB / HDMI Cable Assemblies"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Molex","Gender":"Receptacle","Series":"217177","Package":"Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT)","Features":"-","Shielding":"Shielded","Termination":"Solder","Mating Cycles":"10000","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount, Right Angle","Connector Type":"USB-C (USB TYPE-C)","Contact Finish":"Gold","Product Status":"Active","Specifications":"-","Number of Ports":"1","Voltage - Rated":"30VAC/DC","lifecycle_stage":"unknown","Insulation Color":"-","Mounting Feature":"Horizontal, Mid Mount","Ingress Protection":"IPX5 - Waterproof","Number of Contacts":"24 (6+18 Dummy)","Base Product Number":"217177","Current Rating (Amps)":"3A","Operating Temperature":"-40°C ~ 85°C","Shell/Shielding Material":"Steel, Stainless","Material Flammability Rating":"UL94 V-0"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$2.3100","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":[{"qty":1,"price":"$2.31000","currency":"USD"},{"qty":10,"price":"$1.96500","currency":"USD"},{"qty":100,"price":"$1.62310","currency":"USD"},{"qty":800,"price":"$1.62309","currency":"USD"},{"qty":1600,"price":"$1.23868","currency":"USD"},{"qty":2400,"price":"$1.19596","currency":"USD"},{"qty":5600,"price":"$1.13616","currency":"USD"},{"qty":8000,"price":"$1.11054","currency":"USD"}]},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icsourcedirect.com/732b70cb61e71129b9c46650428978b5.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy the Molex 2171770001 and how is it quoted?","answer":"Submit an RFQ for your target quantity to receive a firm quote."},{"question":"Is the Molex 2171770001 compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 2?","answer":"Yes. The 24-contact layout with 6 active signal and power pins maps to the USB 3.1 Gen 2 pinout, supporting SuperSpeed+ 10 Gbps data rates. The shielded shell provides the EMI containment required for that signalling speed."},{"question":"What is the mating cycle rating for the 2171770001?","answer":"The receptacle is rated for 10000 mating cycles, which is at the high end for USB-C connectors and suited for frequent plug-unplug applications like field-service ports or test equipment."},{"question":"Does the 2171770001 have a shielded variant?","answer":"This variant is itself shielded — the shell/ shielding material is steel and stainless, providing EMI containment and mechanical robustness. No separate shielded variant is needed."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/molex/2171770001","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/llms.txt","source":"IC Source Direct","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"IC Source Direct\" and link https://icsourcedirect.com/molex/2171770001 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:52:26.615Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:52:26.615Z","indexable":true}}