3M 100-006-050 DIP Socket 6-Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 100-006-050 is a 6-position DIP socket with 0.3" (7.62mm) row spacing, designed for through-hole mounting of dual inline package integrated circuits. This component features gold-plated beryllium copper mating contacts and brass posts with gold finish, rated for 1 A at operating temperatures from -65°C to 125°C. The part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	100-006-050
Manufacturer	3M
Category	Sockets for ICs, Transistors
Type	DIP, 0.3" (7.62mm) Row Spacing
Number of Positions	6 (2 x 3)
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Pitch - Post	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Material - Mating	Beryllium Copper
Contact Finish - Post	Gold
Contact Material - Post	Brass
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating	1 A
Housing Material	Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 3M 100-006-050 is determined by strict equivalence in the following critical parameters:

Number of Positions: 6 (2 x 3) configuration
Row Spacing: 0.3" (7.62mm)
Pitch - Mating and Post: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Contact Material - Mating: Beryllium Copper
Contact Material - Post: Brass or Brass Alloy

All substitute parts listed maintain these core electrical and mechanical parameters. Variations in contact finish thickness, post finish material (gold, tin, or tin-lead), housing material composition, and current rating do not prevent functional substitution when the above parameters are matched. Current rating increases (from 1 A to 3 A) represent enhanced capability and are acceptable for direct substitution.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 100-006-050	Aries 06-3518-10	Mill-Max 101-93-306-41-560000	Mill-Max 110-11-306-41-001000	Mill-Max 110-13-306-41-001000	Mill-Max 110-41-306-41-001000	Mill-Max 110-43-306-41-001000	Mill-Max 110-43-306-41-605000	Mill-Max 110-44-306-41-001000	Mill-Max 110-91-306-41-001000
Number of Positions	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)	6 (2 x 3)
Row Spacing	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)	0.3" (7.62mm)
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Pitch - Post	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Gold
Contact Material - Mating	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper
Contact Finish - Post	Gold	Tin	Tin-Lead	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin-Lead
Contact Material - Post	Brass	Brass	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy	Brass Alloy
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 125°C	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating	1 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A
Housing Material	Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), Glass Filled	Polyamide (PA46), Nylon 4/6, Glass Filled	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Polyester
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	Not specified	UL94 V-0	Not specified	UL94 V-0	Not specified	UL94 V-0	Not specified	Not specified
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS non-compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are functionally equivalent to the 3M 100-006-050 based on core mechanical and electrical parameters. Selection among substitutes should be based on the following criteria:

For RoHS3 Compliant Applications: Aries Electronics 06-3518-10, Mill-Max 101-93-306-41-560000, 110-11-306-41-001000, 110-13-306-41-001000, 110-41-306-41-001000, 110-43-306-41-001000, and 110-43-306-41-605000 are all ROHS3 compliant. The Mill-Max 110-91-306-41-001000 is RoHS non-compliant and should not be used in applications requiring RoHS compliance.

For UL94 V-0 Flammability Rating: Aries Electronics 06-3518-10, Mill-Max 110-11-306-41-001000, 110-41-306-41-001000, and 110-43-306-41-605000 carry UL94 V-0 certification. Other substitutes do not specify this rating.

For Contact Finish Preference: Gold-finished mating contacts are available in Aries 06-3518-10 and all Mill-Max parts except 110-44-306-41-001000 (tin finish). Post finish varies between gold, tin, and tin-lead across the substitute options.

For Operating Temperature Range: The original 3M part specifies -65°C to 125°C. All Mill-Max substitutes specify -55°C to 125°C, representing a narrower low-temperature range. Aries 06-3518-10 does not specify operating temperature. Applications requiring operation below -55°C should account for this limitation.

For Current Rating: All substitutes are rated for 3 A, exceeding the original 1 A rating. This represents enhanced electrical capability suitable for direct substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a Mill-Max 110-43-306-41-001000 as a direct replacement for the 3M 100-006-050?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical mechanical configuration (6-position, 0.3" row spacing, 0.100" pitch), contact materials (beryllium copper mating, brass alloy posts), and mounting method (through-hole solder). The Mill-Max part offers higher current rating (3 A vs. 1 A) and is actively manufactured, making it a suitable substitute for the obsolete 3M part.

Q: What is the difference between the Mill-Max 110-43-306-41-001000 and 110-43-306-41-605000?

A: Both parts are identical in electrical and mechanical specifications. The difference is in the base product number suffix (001000 vs. 605000), which may indicate different packaging or manufacturing lot designations. Functionally, they are equivalent.

Q: Does the change in housing material from PPS to PCT affect compatibility?

A: No. The housing material change from Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) to Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT) does not affect the socket's electrical or mechanical compatibility with standard DIP packages. Both materials are glass-filled thermoplastics suitable for through-hole mounting applications.

Q: Why does the Aries 06-3518-10 have a tin-plated post finish instead of gold?

A: Post finish material does not affect the socket's ability to accept and retain DIP package leads. Tin plating provides adequate solder wetting and electrical conductivity for PCB mounting. The choice between tin and gold post finishes is a manufacturing option that does not impact functional substitution.

Q: Is the Mill-Max 110-91-306-41-001000 suitable for new designs?

A: The Mill-Max 110-91-306-41-001000 is RoHS non-compliant due to its tin-lead post finish. It is functionally equivalent to the 3M 100-006-050 but should not be used in applications requiring RoHS compliance. For new designs, select from the ROHS3 compliant alternatives listed.

Q: What is the significance of the operating temperature range difference (-65°C to 125°C vs. -55°C to 125°C)?

A: The original 3M part supports operation 10°C lower at the minimum temperature. If your application requires operation below -55°C, the original specification must be maintained. For applications within the -55°C to 125°C range, all Mill-Max substitutes are suitable.

Q: Can I mix different substitute parts in the same assembly?

A: Yes. All listed substitutes are mechanically and electrically interchangeable. Mixing different manufacturers or part numbers in a single assembly does not create compatibility issues, though standard procurement practice typically standardizes on a single part number per design.

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