Keystone Electronics 6034 Tip Jack Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Keystone Electronics 6034 is a panel-mount tip jack connector with standard tip diameter, designed for turret termination applications. This yellow-colored connector features beryllium copper contacts with silver finish and polyamide body construction. The component is actively produced and ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for modern electronic assembly requirements. Equivalent and substitute parts may be required due to inventory availability, lead time considerations, or specific application requirements related to contact material, termination type, or body material specifications.

Substiute Parts

6034

Keystone ElectronicsIn Stock: 10596034 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

105-0607-001

Cinch Connectivity Solutions JohnsonIn Stock: 1167105-0607-001 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

3542-4

Pomona ElectronicsIn Stock: 10723542-4 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Keystone Electronics 6034 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Type: Tip Jack (female gender)
• Plug/Mating Plug Diameter: Standard Tip
• Mounting Type: Panel Mount
• Insulation: Mating End Insulated
• Color: Yellow

Secondary Compatibility Parameters:

• Termination: Turret (primary) or Threaded and Turret (compatible)
• Contact Finish: Silver or Gold
• Contact Material: Beryllium Copper or Brass
• Body Material: Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6, or Polycarbonate (PC)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

The substitute parts listed below maintain compatibility across all primary criteria and meet or exceed secondary parameter specifications. Variations in contact material, body material composition, and termination configuration represent acceptable engineering alternatives within the standard tip jack connector category.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three components maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance, qualifying them for use in current electronic assembly applications.

Keystone Electronics 6034 is the primary specification. Selection of this part is appropriate when beryllium copper contact material and standard polyamide body construction are required.

Cinch Connectivity Solutions Johnson 105-0607-001 provides direct functional equivalence with identical termination configuration (turret) and contact finish (silver). The primary difference is contact material composition (brass versus beryllium copper) and body material specification (PA66 nylon 6/6 versus standard polyamide). This substitute is suitable when brass contact material is acceptable and PA66 body material meets application requirements.

Pomona Electronics 3542-4 offers extended termination capability (threaded and turret) with gold-plated brass contacts and polycarbonate body material. This part is designated as manufacturer-recommended and includes operating temperature specification (115°C). Selection of this part is appropriate when dual termination flexibility, gold contact finish, or polycarbonate body construction provides specific application advantages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Cinch 105-0607-001 be used as a direct replacement for Keystone 6034?

A: Yes. Both components share identical type, gender, mating plug diameter, mounting type, termination configuration, insulation, and color specifications. The contact material differs (brass versus beryllium copper) and body material composition varies (PA66 versus standard polyamide), but these represent acceptable engineering alternatives within standard tip jack connector specifications.

Q: What is the primary difference between Pomona 3542-4 and the other two parts?

A: Pomona 3542-4 features dual termination capability (threaded and turret) compared to turret-only termination in the other parts. Additionally, it specifies gold contact finish, polycarbonate body material, and includes operating temperature rating (115°C). These characteristics make it suitable for applications requiring enhanced mechanical retention or higher temperature operation.

Q: Are all three parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Keystone 6034, Cinch 105-0607-001, and Pomona 3542-4 are all ROHS3 compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: Keystone 6034 is supplied in standard packaging. Cinch 105-0607-001 and Pomona 3542-4 are supplied in bulk packaging format.

Q: How do contact material differences affect component selection?

A: Keystone 6034 uses beryllium copper with silver finish. Cinch 105-0607-001 and Pomona 3542-4 use brass with silver and gold finishes respectively. Contact material and finish selection depends on application requirements for electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and contact force characteristics. All three materials are suitable for standard tip jack connector applications.

Q: Is operating temperature a critical selection factor?

A: Pomona 3542-4 specifies 115°C operating temperature. Keystone 6034 and Cinch 105-0607-001 do not include operating temperature specifications in the provided data. If application requirements exceed standard operating conditions, Pomona 3542-4 may be the appropriate selection.