TE Connectivity 104693-6 Rectangular Connector Header SMD 60 Position 1.27mm Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 104693-6 is a surface mount rectangular connector header featuring 60 positions arranged in 2 rows with 0.050" (1.27mm) pitch spacing. This AMPMODU 50/50 Grid series connector is designed for board-to-board applications with shrouded 4-wall construction and push-pull fastening. The connector operates across a temperature range of -65°C to 105°C and carries a current rating of 0.5A per contact with gold-plated mating surfaces and tin-lead plated posts.

The part maintains Active product status with 1002 pieces currently in stock. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to provide design flexibility, accommodate supply chain variations, and support alternative packaging or compliance requirements while maintaining functional compatibility within specified electrical and mechanical parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	60
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Termination	Solder
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	0.5A per Contact
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold (30.0µin / 0.76µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin-Lead or Tin
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 104693-6 is determined by strict alignment of core electrical and mechanical parameters. All substitute parts must maintain identical specifications for connector type (Header), contact type (Male Pin), position count (60), row configuration (2 rows), mating pitch (0.050" / 1.27mm), row spacing (0.050" / 1.27mm), mounting method (Surface Mount), shrouding style (Shrouded - 4 Wall), fastening mechanism (Push-Pull), and termination method (Solder).

The substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Direct Equivalent: Part 5-104693-6 from TE Connectivity maintains identical specifications to the main part with only packaging and compliance status variations. This part is functionally interchangeable with no design modifications required.

Similar Substitutes: Samtec Tiger Eye™ TFM series parts (TFM-130-22-S-D, TFM-130-22-S-D-A, TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR) share the same core connector architecture, position count, pitch spacing, mounting type, shrouding, fastening, and termination. These parts differ in contact shape (square versus circular), contact length specifications, current rating capacity, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and available features. Selection among similar substitutes depends on application-specific requirements for current handling, voltage tolerance, temperature extremes, and packaging format.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	104693-6 (Main)	5-104693-6	TFM-130-22-S-D	TFM-130-22-S-D-A	TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR	TFM-130-22-S-D-LC	TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity	TE Connectivity	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Series	AMPMODU 50/50 Grid	AMPMODU 50/50 Grid	Tiger Eye™ TFM	Tiger Eye™ TFM	Tiger Eye™ TFM	Tiger Eye™ TFM	Tiger Eye™ TFM
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	60	60	60	60	60	60	60
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Shape	Circular	Circular	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Length - Mating	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.139" (3.53mm)	0.139" (3.53mm)	0.139" (3.53mm)	0.139" (3.53mm)	0.139" (3.53mm)
Insulation Height	0.367" (9.33mm)	0.367" (9.33mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin-Lead	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating	0.5A per Contact	0.5A per Contact	2.9A per Contact	2.9A per Contact	2.9A per Contact	2.9A per Contact	2.9A per Contact
Voltage Rating	Not specified	Not specified	275VAC	275VAC	275VAC	275VAC	275VAC
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	Not applicable	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
REACH Status	REACH Affected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected
Packaging	Tube	Tube	Tube	Tube	Cut Tape (CT)	Tube	Tape & Reel (TR)
Inventory Status	1002 Pcs	2200 Pcs	763 Pcs	1137 Pcs	1131 Pcs	1228 Pcs	1104 Pcs

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Equivalent Selection:

The 5-104693-6 from TE Connectivity is the primary direct equivalent to the 104693-6. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications with matching connector architecture, position count, pitch spacing, and operating parameters. The 5-104693-6 offers superior compliance status with ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected designations compared to the main part's REACH Affected status. The 5-104693-6 features tin-plated posts rather than tin-lead plating and provides higher inventory availability (2200 pieces versus 1002 pieces). This part is suitable for direct substitution without design modifications.

Similar Substitute Selection:

The Samtec Tiger Eye™ TFM series parts provide functional alternatives for applications requiring enhanced electrical performance or extended operating temperature ranges. These substitutes are appropriate when:

Current handling requirements exceed 0.5A per contact, as TFM series parts support 2.9A per contact capacity. Voltage tolerance specifications require 275VAC rating. Operating temperature extremes extend beyond -65°C to 105°C, as TFM series parts operate across -55°C to 125°C. Specific packaging formats are required for manufacturing processes (Cut Tape for TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR, Tape & Reel for TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR). Board-level integration features such as Board Guide (TFM-130-22-S-D-A, TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR) or Board Lock (TFM-130-22-S-D-LC, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR) are required.

All substitute parts maintain ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected status, supporting modern regulatory requirements. All parts carry UL94 V-0 flammability certification and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5-104693-6 be used as a direct replacement for the 104693-6?

A: Yes. The 5-104693-6 maintains identical specifications for connector type, position count, pitch spacing, row configuration, mounting method, shrouding, fastening mechanism, and termination. The only functional difference is the post contact finish (tin versus tin-lead). Both parts are electrically and mechanically interchangeable without design modifications.

Q: What are the key differences between the TE Connectivity 104693-6 and Samtec TFM series substitutes?

A: The primary differences are contact shape (circular for 104693-6 versus square for TFM series), contact length (0.120" versus 0.139"), current rating (0.5A versus 2.9A per contact), voltage rating (unspecified versus 275VAC), and operating temperature range (-65°C to 105°C versus -55°C to 125°C). The TFM series provides higher current capacity and voltage tolerance but operates at a narrower low-temperature limit.

Q: Which Samtec TFM part should be selected for automated assembly processes?

A: The TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR is packaged in Cut Tape (CT) format with Pick and Place features, optimizing compatibility with automated component placement equipment. The TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format with Board Lock and Pick and Place features for high-volume automated assembly operations.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: The 5-104693-6 and all Samtec TFM series parts are ROHS3 Compliant. The main part 104693-6 has RoHS Status listed as "Not applicable." For applications requiring RoHS compliance, the 5-104693-6 or any TFM series part is appropriate.

Q: What is the impact of contact finish differences between parts?

A: The 104693-6 features tin-lead plating on posts, while the 5-104693-6 and TFM series use tin plating. Both finishes provide equivalent electrical performance and solderability. Tin plating is preferred in modern manufacturing due to lead-free compliance requirements. The mating surface gold plating (30.0µin / 0.76µm) is identical across all parts.

Q: Can TFM series parts handle higher current applications than the 104693-6?

A: Yes. TFM series parts support 2.9A per contact compared to 0.5A per contact for the 104693-6. If application current requirements exceed 0.5A per contact, TFM series substitutes are necessary. If current requirements remain below 0.5A per contact, the 104693-6 or 5-104693-6 are sufficient.

Q: What packaging options are available for different manufacturing scenarios?

A: The 104693-6 and 5-104693-6 are supplied in Tube packaging. Samtec TFM series parts offer three packaging options: Tube (TFM-130-22-S-D, TFM-130-22-S-D-A, TFM-130-22-S-D-LC), Cut Tape (TFM-130-22-S-D-A-K-TR), and Tape & Reel (TFM-130-22-S-D-LC-P-TR). Selection depends on manufacturing volume and assembly automation requirements.

Q: Are all parts suitable for automotive, medical, and military applications?

A: The 104693-6 explicitly lists Automotive, General Purpose, Medical, Military, and Telecommunications applications. The 5-104693-6 maintains identical specifications and is suitable for these applications. Samtec TFM series parts do not specify applications in the provided data; application suitability must be confirmed through Samtec technical documentation for military, medical, or automotive use cases.

Q: What is the REACH compliance status difference between parts?

A: The 104693-6 is REACH Affected, indicating potential substance of concern presence. The 5-104693-6 and all Samtec TFM series parts are REACH Unaffected, indicating compliance with REACH regulations. For applications in REACH-regulated markets, the 5-104693-6 or TFM series substitutes are required.

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