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TE MCP 8-968971-2 Receptacle Housing, 9 Pos 5.00mm

MPN8-968971-2
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TE Connectivity MCP series receptacle housing, 8-968971-2, 9 positions, 3 rows, 5.00mm pitch, 5.50mm row spacing, locking ramp, gray PBT housing, crimp termination, free-hanging.

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Specifications

8-968971-2 Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
SeriesMCP
GenderFemale Socket
Mounting typeFree Hanging (In-Line)
Connector typeReceptacle
Fastening typeLocking Ramp
Operating temperature-40°C ~ 120°C
ColorGray
Insulation materialPolybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Glass Filled
NoteContacts Not Included
Pitch0.197\" (5.00mm)
PackageBulk
Row spacing0.217\" (5.50mm)
Rows3
Contact terminationCrimp
Positions9

Product details

The 9-Position 3-Row Housing That Needs Its Own Terminals

The TE Connectivity MCP 8-968971-2 is a 9-position receptacle housing in a 3-row layout on 5.00mm pitch, with 5.50mm row spacing. This is a power-distribution housing for automotive and industrial harnesses where the 3-row density packs more circuits into a compact cavity than a 2-row layout at the same pitch.

The 5.00mm pitch and 5.50mm row spacing mean the mating header must match these exact dimensions; a 4.2mm or 6.0mm pitch header will not fit.

Why the 3-Row Layout Matters for Your Harness

Most MCP housings in this pitch range are 2-row designs. The 8-968971-2 uses 3 rows to fit 9 positions into a shorter overall length than a 2-row 9-position housing would require. That matters when the connector cavity in the junction box or ECU has a length constraint but enough width for the extra row. The 5.50mm row spacing keeps adequate creepage between rows for the power levels this series handles.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 8-968971-2 and how do I get a price?

Submit a request for quote with your target quantity, and we will confirm current pricing and availability at quote time.

What contacts are compatible with 8-968971-2?

The 8-968971-2 is a housing only — contacts are not included. It accepts MCP series female socket crimp terminals. The exact terminal part number depends on your wire gauge; TE MCP terminals for 5.00mm pitch housings are the correct family.

Is 8-968971-2 RoHS compliant?

Yes, the 8-968971-2 is RoHS compliant.

Does 8-968971-2 include a locking ramp?

Yes, the 8-968971-2 has a locking ramp fastening type for positive latching with the mating header.