Amphenol ICC 76308-206 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 76308-206 is a 6-position receptacle connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, gold-plated mating contacts, and through-hole solder termination. This connector is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support, maintenance, and production continuity. The part operates as a board-to-board interface with push-pull fastening and is suitable for applications requiring reliable low-voltage interconnection.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	76308-206
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	6
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 76308-206 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Receptacle with female socket contacts
Position Count & Pitch: 6 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
Mating Interface: Board-to-board with push-pull fastening
Contact Finish: Gold-plated mating surface

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Category A - Direct Functional Equivalents (Active Status) Parts maintaining identical electrical and mechanical interfaces with current product status and improved compliance profiles:

Molex 0901471206 (C-Grid 90147 series, gold finish, active)
Molex 0901471306 (C-Grid 90147 series, gold finish, active)
TE Connectivity 215299-6 (AMPMODU HV-100 series, gold finish, active)
Preci-Dip 316-83-106-41-007101 (316 series, gold finish, active)
Preci-Dip 316-83-106-41-012101 (316 series, gold finish, active)
Preci-Dip 316-87-106-41-012101 (316 series, gold finish, active)

Category B - Functional Alternatives (Elevated Socket Variants) Parts with identical core parameters but elevated socket construction for specific PCB clearance requirements:

Mill-Max 316-93-106-41-007000 (elevated socket, gold finish, active)
Samtec ESS-106-G-03 (elevated socket, gold finish, active)

Category C - Tin-Plated Alternative Part with identical mechanical interface but tin-plated mating contacts:

Molex 0901471106 (C-Grid 90147 series, tin finish, active)

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	76308-206 (Main)	0901471206	0901471306	0901471106	215299-6	316-83-106-41-007101	316-83-106-41-012101	316-87-106-41-012101	316-93-106-41-007000	ESS-106-G-03
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Molex	Molex	Molex	TE Connectivity	Preci-Dip	Preci-Dip	Preci-Dip	Mill-Max	Samtec
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Socket	Socket	Socket	Elevated Socket	Elevated Socket
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Number of Positions	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)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Kinked Pin, Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	39.4µin (1.00µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	40.0µin (1.02µm)	31.5µin (0.80µm)	29.5µin (0.75µm)	29.5µin (0.75µm)	Flash	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.394" (10.00mm)	0.354" (9.00mm)	0.354" (9.00mm)	0.402" (10.20mm)	0.300" (7.62mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.135" (3.43mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.122" (3.10mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.118" (3.00mm)	0.123" (3.12mm)
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	3A	3A	3A	Not specified	3A	3A	3A	3A	Not specified
Voltage Rating	Not specified	350V	350V	350V	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Highest Compatibility)

Molex 0901471206 and 0901471306 are the preferred direct substitutes. Both maintain identical 6-position, 0.100" pitch receptacle configuration with gold-plated mating contacts and through-hole solder termination. Both are active products with ROHS3 compliance, addressing the obsolescence and regulatory status of the original part. The primary difference between these two Molex variants is contact finish thickness (15.0µin vs. 30.0µin), with 0901471306 providing thicker gold plating for enhanced durability in high-cycle mating applications.

Secondary Substitutes (Functional Equivalents with Dimensional Variations)

TE Connectivity 215299-6 and Preci-Dip 316-series parts (316-83-106-41-007101, 316-83-106-41-012101, 316-87-106-41-012101) provide functional equivalence with active product status and full RoHS3 compliance. These parts differ in insulation height and contact material composition. Preci-Dip parts feature beryllium copper contacts versus phosphor bronze in Molex variants, and insulation heights ranging from 0.354" to 0.394" compared to the original 0.335". These dimensional differences require PCB layout verification before implementation.

Elevated Socket Alternatives (Specialized Applications)

Mill-Max 316-93-106-41-007000 and Samtec ESS-106-G-03 provide elevated socket construction, raising the mating interface above the PCB surface. These are suitable for applications requiring clearance beneath the connector. Samtec ESS-106-G-03 features the lowest insulation height (0.300") among all substitutes and uses liquid crystal polymer insulation material. Mill-Max variant provides higher insulation height (0.402") with tin-lead post finish.

Tin-Plated Alternative

Molex 0901471106 maintains identical mechanical and electrical interface but substitutes tin-plated mating contacts for gold. This part is suitable for cost-sensitive applications where gold plating is not functionally required. Operating temperature range (-55°C to 105°C) and 3A current rating are identical to gold-plated Molex variants.

Compliance Considerations

All substitute parts listed are active products with ROHS3 compliance, directly addressing the RoHS non-compliant status of the obsolete 76308-206. TE Connectivity 215299-6 carries UL94 V-0 flammability rating matching the original part. Preci-Dip and Mill-Max variants also maintain UL94 V-0 certification. Samtec ESS-106-G-03 does not specify flammability rating in provided data.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Molex 0901471206 directly replace the Amphenol ICC 76308-206 without PCB modification?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain identical 6-position, 0.100" pitch receptacle configuration, through-hole solder termination, and push-pull fastening. Insulation height is identical at 0.335" (8.51mm). No PCB layout changes are required for direct substitution.

Q: What is the difference between Molex 0901471206 and 0901471306?

A: Both are 6-position, 0.100" pitch gold-plated receptacles with identical mechanical interfaces. The primary difference is mating contact finish thickness: 0901471206 provides 15.0µin (0.38µm) gold plating, while 0901471306 provides 30.0µin (0.76µm). The thicker plating in 0901471306 offers enhanced wear resistance for high-cycle mating applications.

Q: Why do Preci-Dip parts have different insulation heights than the original 76308-206?

A: Preci-Dip 316-series parts use different mechanical designs. The 316-83-106-41-007101 variant has 0.394" (10.00mm) insulation height, while 316-83-106-41-012101 and 316-87-106-41-012101 have 0.354" (9.00mm). These dimensional differences require verification against PCB clearance requirements before implementation. Contact material is also different (beryllium copper vs. brass in original).

Q: Are elevated socket connectors (Mill-Max, Samtec) compatible with standard header pins?

A: Yes. Elevated socket connectors maintain the same 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and female socket contact configuration. The elevated design raises the mating interface above the PCB surface, providing additional clearance beneath the connector. They are mechanically and electrically compatible with standard 0.100" pitch male headers.

Q: What is the advantage of Samtec ESS-106-G-03 over other substitutes?

A: Samtec ESS-106-G-03 features the lowest insulation height (0.300" / 7.62mm) among all listed substitutes, providing maximum PCB clearance. It uses liquid crystal polymer insulation material and maintains gold-plated contacts with 10.0µin (0.25µm) finish thickness. Operating temperature range extends to -55°C to 125°C. This part is suitable for space-constrained applications.

Q: Can the tin-plated Molex 0901471106 be used in applications originally designed for gold-plated contacts?

A: Tin-plated contacts are suitable for most general-purpose applications. However, if the original design specified gold plating for corrosion resistance in harsh environments or for specific contact resistance requirements, gold-plated alternatives (0901471206, 0901471306) are recommended. Tin plating provides adequate performance for standard indoor electronics applications.

Q: What is the inventory status of these substitute parts?

A: All listed substitute parts are active products with current inventory availability. Molex 0901471206 has 3,428 units in stock. Molex 0901471306 has 615 units. TE Connectivity 215299-6 has 4,384 units. Preci-Dip variants range from 701 to 1,022 units. Mill-Max 316-93-106-41-007000 has 955 units. Samtec ESS-106-G-03 has 1,824 units.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification, directly addressing the RoHS non-compliant status of the obsolete 76308-206. This compliance is mandatory for new designs and production continuity in regulated markets.

Q: What is the difference between receptacle and socket connector types in this list?

A: Receptacle connectors (Molex, TE Connectivity) are the primary substitutes and maintain identical connector type to the original 76308-206. Socket connectors (Preci-Dip 316-series) and elevated socket connectors (Mill-Max, Samtec) provide the same female contact interface but with different mechanical housings. All are functionally compatible with standard 0.100" pitch male headers.

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