Keystone Electronics 6088 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Keystone Electronics 6088 is a double banana plug with stackable connector design, featuring solderless termination and standard banana mating diameter. This component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts for ongoing procurement and system integration. The 6088 serves applications requiring dual-channel signal connectivity with free-hanging inline mounting configuration.

Substiute Parts

6088

Keystone ElectronicsIn Stock: 10976088 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

108-0252-001

Cinch Connectivity SolutionsIn Stock: 1123108-0252-001 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

MDP-2

Pomona ElectronicsIn Stock: 2654MDP-2 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Keystone Electronics 6088 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional equivalence:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

• Type: Banana Plug, Double, Stackable
• Gender: Male
• Plug/Mating Plug Diameter: Standard Banana
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Termination: Solderless
• Color: Red
• Contact Finish: Nickel
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Identified Substitutes:

1. Cinch Connectivity Solutions 108-0252-001 — Direct functional equivalent with active product status. Maintains all core compatibility parameters including standard banana diameter, solderless termination, and free-hanging mounting. Packaging available in bulk configuration.

2. Pomona Electronics MDP-2 — Manufacturer-recommended substitute with active product status. Meets all core compatibility requirements with additional features including set screw and cross hole design. Maintains standard banana diameter and solderless termination architecture.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Cinch Connectivity Solutions 108-0252-001 is the primary substitute for the obsolete Keystone 6088. This part maintains identical core specifications including standard banana diameter, solderless termination, and free-hanging mounting. Both components are ROHS3 compliant with equivalent moisture sensitivity ratings. The Cinch part is currently in active production status with bulk packaging availability.

Pomona Electronics MDP-2 serves as an alternative substitute with active product status and ROHS3 compliance. This part meets all functional requirements for standard banana double stackable plug applications. The MDP-2 features set screw and cross hole design elements not present in the original 6088 specification.

Both substitutes maintain compatibility with the core electrical and mechanical interface requirements of the Keystone 6088 within the banana and tip connector category.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Cinch 108-0252-001 directly replace the Keystone 6088?

A: Yes. Both components share identical core specifications: double stackable banana plug configuration, male gender, standard banana diameter, solderless termination, and free-hanging mounting. Both are ROHS3 compliant with equivalent moisture sensitivity ratings.

Q: What is the difference between the Cinch and Pomona substitutes?

A: The primary differences are contact material (Nickel Silver vs. Beryllium Copper), body material (Polyamide PA66 vs. Polypropylene), and additional features on the Pomona part (set screw and cross hole). Both maintain functional equivalence for standard banana double stackable plug applications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between substitutes?

A: The Cinch 108-0252-001 is available in bulk packaging. Packaging specifications for the Pomona MDP-2 are also bulk configuration. Both differ from the original Keystone 6088 packaging designation.

Q: Do all three parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. The Keystone 6088, Cinch 108-0252-001, and Pomona MDP-2 are all ROHS3 compliant and carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.8000) classifications.

Q: What is the wire gauge specification for these connectors?

A: The Cinch 108-0252-001 specifies 16 AWG wire gauge. Wire gauge information is not provided for the Keystone 6088 or Pomona MDP-2 in the available specifications.