Amphenol ICC 54201-S08-06 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 54201-S08-06 is a surface mount rectangular connector header with 6 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, designed for board-to-board applications. This component features male pins with gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts and unshrouded configuration. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for new designs and production continuity.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	6
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™
Insulation Material	Not specified
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict alignment with the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Header with male pins, 6 positions, single row
Pitch Specification: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting Technology: Surface mount solder termination
Contact Material & Finish: Gold-plated contacts with phosphor bronze or equivalent copper alloy base
Insulation Height: 0.100" (2.54mm) to ensure mechanical compatibility
Contact Shape: Square profile for standard PCB pad compatibility
Flammability Compliance: UL94 V-0 rating maintained

Substitute parts are grouped by manufacturer and feature variations (cuttable headers, board guides, pick-and-place compatibility, packaging format) while maintaining core electrical and mechanical specifications. All listed substitutes meet or exceed the original part's material and environmental compliance requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	54201-S08-06 (Amphenol ICC)	812-22-006-30-006101 (Mill-Max)	M20-8770642 (Harwin)	M20-8770642R (Harwin)	TSM-106-01-F-SV (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-A (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-A-P-TR (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-LC (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-LC-P-TR (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-P (Samtec)	TSM-106-01-F-SV-P-TR (Samtec)
Connector Type	Header	Piston	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Piston	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6
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)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Brass	Brass	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	20.0µin (0.51µm)	Not specified	Not specified	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)
Insulation Height	0.100" (2.54mm)	Not specified	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 Shape	Square	Not specified	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Operating Temperature	Not specified	Not specified	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°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
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation: Samtec TSM Series

The Samtec TSM-106-01-F-SV-P-TR represents the optimal substitute for the obsolete Amphenol ICC 54201-S08-06. This part maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering active product status and ROHS3 compliance. The TSM series provides multiple configuration options to accommodate specific assembly and application requirements:

TSM-106-01-F-SV-P-TR: Tape & Reel packaging with pick-and-place compatibility for high-volume automated assembly. Highest inventory availability (6,817 pcs).
TSM-106-01-F-SV-A-P-TR: Includes board guide feature with tape & reel packaging for enhanced mechanical stability during mating operations.
TSM-106-01-F-SV-LC-P-TR: Board lock feature with pick-and-place compatibility for applications requiring positive mechanical retention.

All Samtec TSM variants feature phosphor bronze contacts with gold plating, extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C), and liquid crystal polymer insulation material, providing superior performance characteristics compared to the original part.

Secondary Recommendation: Harwin M20 Series

The Harwin M20-8770642 and M20-8770642R offer direct functional equivalence with active product status and ROHS3 compliance. These cuttable header designs provide flexibility for custom position configurations. The M20-8770642R (tape & reel variant) supports automated assembly processes with 5,811 pcs inventory availability. Operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C is suitable for standard industrial applications.

Alternative: Mill-Max 812 Series

The Mill-Max 812-22-006-30-006101 employs piston contact technology rather than traditional male pins. While mechanically and electrically compatible at the 2.54mm pitch, this design offers different mating characteristics and may require connector socket redesign. This option is suitable only when existing mating connectors are compatible with piston contact geometry. Product status is discontinued at DiGi Electronics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I directly replace the Amphenol ICC 54201-S08-06 with any of the listed substitutes?

A: Yes, all listed substitutes maintain the critical parameters required for direct replacement: 6-position, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, surface mount solder termination, and gold-plated contacts. However, the Mill-Max 812 series uses piston contacts instead of male pins, which may require compatible mating connectors. Samtec and Harwin parts are pin-for-pin compatible with standard 2.54mm pitch socket connectors.

Q: What is the difference between the various Samtec TSM-106 variants?

A: All TSM-106 variants share identical electrical specifications and core mechanical dimensions. Differences are feature-based: standard versions (TSM-106-01-F-SV) provide basic functionality; board guide versions (-A suffix) add mechanical alignment features; board lock versions (-LC suffix) provide positive retention; pick-and-place versions (-P suffix) include assembly-specific features; tape & reel packaging (-TR suffix) supports automated component handling. Select based on assembly process requirements and application needs.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical performance?

A: No. Tube and tape & reel packaging formats contain identical components. Packaging selection is driven by assembly process requirements: tube packaging for manual or low-volume assembly; tape & reel for automated pick-and-place systems. Electrical and mechanical specifications remain unchanged regardless of packaging format.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: The original Amphenol ICC 54201-S08-06 is RoHS non-compliant. All listed substitutes are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental regulations. This represents an improvement over the original part for new designs and production environments with RoHS requirements.

Q: What is the operating temperature difference between substitutes?

A: The original part does not specify operating temperature. Harwin M20 series operates from -40°C to 105°C. Samtec TSM series operates from -55°C to 125°C, providing extended temperature range suitable for industrial and automotive applications. Select based on application thermal requirements.

Q: Can I use the cuttable header versions for fixed 6-position applications?

A: Yes. Harwin M20 and Samtec TSM series are cuttable headers, meaning they can be cut to custom lengths. For 6-position fixed applications, these parts function identically to non-cuttable headers. The cuttable feature provides design flexibility without compromising performance in fixed-position configurations.

Q: What inventory considerations should I evaluate?

A: Samtec TSM-106-01-F-SV-P-TR offers the highest inventory (6,817 pcs), ensuring supply continuity for high-volume production. Harwin M20-8770642R provides 5,811 pcs. Mill-Max 812 series shows 805 pcs with discontinued status. For long-term production programs, prioritize active product status and established inventory levels.

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