What is the differences between Laird Technologies Fingerstock 0097065502 and 0097065517, which have the same shape and dimensions.
These suffixes are calling out the plating and type of finish.
02 = Unplated, Bright Finish
17 = Tin Plated, Bright Finsh.
Click here for the Datasheet. On page 1-11, it shows the many different options for the Plating and Finish.