Pomona Electronics 6873 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Pomona Electronics 6873 is a 6.35mm (0.250", 1/4") mono headphone phone plug connector with 2 conductors and solder termination. This connector is designed for free-hanging, in-line applications requiring unshielded mono audio signal transmission. The part is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new designs requiring compatible mono headphone connectors.

Substiute Parts

6873

Pomona ElectronicsIn Stock: 11446873 Datasheet

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187

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 1243187 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Pomona Electronics 6873 is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

• Connector Type: Phone Plug
• Mating Diameter: 6.35mm (0.250", 1/4") - Headphone
• Signal Configuration: Mono
• Number of Conductors/Contacts: 2 Conductors, 2 Contacts
• Gender: Male
• Termination Method: Solder
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Shielding: Unshielded
• Internal Switch: Does Not Contain Switch

The Switchcraft Inc. 187 meets all substitution criteria. Both parts share identical connector type, mating diameter, mono signal configuration, conductor count, gender, termination method, mounting type, shielding characteristics, and switch configuration. These aligned parameters ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility in applications originally designed for the Pomona 6873.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Switchcraft Inc. 187 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete Pomona Electronics 6873. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, meeting current regulatory requirements. The Switchcraft 187 is currently in active production, ensuring availability for replacement and new designs. All critical electrical and mechanical parameters align, providing direct functional equivalence for mono headphone plug applications requiring solder termination and free-hanging mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Switchcraft 187 directly replace the Pomona 6873 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical connector type, mating diameter (6.35mm), mono signal configuration, 2-conductor contact count, male gender, solder termination, free-hanging mounting, and unshielded design. These aligned parameters ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility.

Q: What are the key differences between these parts?

A: The primary differences are product status (Pomona 6873 is obsolete; Switchcraft 187 is active), contact plating material (Pomona uses gold/silver; Switchcraft uses nickel), body material (Pomona uses zinc alloy; Switchcraft uses brass), and specified mating depth (Switchcraft provides 1.200" specification). These differences do not affect substitution eligibility for the specified application parameters.

Q: Are both parts compliant with current regulations?

A: Yes. Both the Pomona 6873 and Switchcraft 187 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards.

Q: What packaging options are available?

A: The Switchcraft 187 is supplied in bulk packaging. The Pomona 6873 packaging specification is not provided in available documentation.

Q: Are there any contact material considerations for substitution?

A: Contact plating differs between parts. The Pomona 6873 uses gold and silver plating, while the Switchcraft 187 uses nickel plating. Both materials are suitable for solder termination and mono audio signal applications within the specified parameters.