3M 8315-7000 D-Sub 15 Position Receptacle Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 8315-7000 is a 15 position D-Sub receptacle connector with female sockets, designed for panel mount applications using IDC (Insulation Displacement Contact) termination with ribbon cable. This connector operates across -55°C to 105°C and carries a 1A current rating with gold-plated contacts at 30.0µin thickness. The part is currently listed as Active in the 3M 8300 series.

Equivalent and substitute parts are necessary when the original 8315-7000 becomes unavailable, when alternative mounting configurations are required, or when higher current ratings or different packaging formats are needed for specific applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	3M 8315-7000
Connector Type	D-Sub Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	15
Shell Size / Layout	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Panel Mount
Termination	IDC, Ribbon Cable
Current Rating	1A
Contact Finish	Gold, 30.0µin (0.76µm)
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 105°C
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Wire Gauge	26-28 AWG

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Position Count: All substitutes must be 15 position D-Sub receptacles with female sockets
Shell Size & Layout: All substitutes must maintain 2 (DA, A) shell configuration
Termination Method: All substitutes must support IDC ribbon cable termination
Operating Temperature Range: All substitutes must support -55°C to 105°C minimum
Flammability Rating: All substitutes must meet UL94 V-0
Contact Finish & Thickness: Gold plating is required; thickness variations (15.0µin to 30.0µin) are acceptable within gold plating specifications
Wire Gauge Compatibility: 26-28 AWG support required

Substitutes are grouped into two categories:

Category A - Direct Panel Mount Substitutes: Parts maintaining panel mount configuration (3M 8315-7000 only)

Category B - Free Hanging (In-Line) Substitutes: TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC parts with in-line mounting, suitable for applications where panel mount is not required

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 8315-7000	TE 1658609-3	TE 1658610-3	TE 1658612-3	Amphenol L117DAFRA15S	Amphenol L117DAFRB15S	Amphenol L17DAFRA15SC309	Amphenol L17DAFRDA15S
Positions	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Shell Size	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)
Connector Type	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female	Receptacle, Female
Mounting Type	Panel Mount	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Termination	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable	IDC, Ribbon Cable
Current Rating	1A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Contact Finish	Gold, 30.0µin	Gold, 30.0µin	Gold, 30.0µin	Gold, 30.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 15.0µin	Gold, 30.0µin	Gold, Flash
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C
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
Wire Gauge	26-28 AWG	26-28 AWG, Stranded or Solid	26-28 AWG, Stranded or Solid	26-28 AWG, Stranded or Solid	26 AWG	26 AWG	26 AWG	26 AWG
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Panel Mount Applications: The 3M 8315-7000 remains the primary choice when panel mount configuration is required. No direct panel mount substitutes are available from the provided alternatives.

For Free Hanging (In-Line) Applications: TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC parts provide functional equivalents with enhanced specifications:

TE Connectivity 1658610-3 and 1658612-3 offer 1.25A current rating with ROHS3 compliance and active product status. These are suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity than the original 1A rating while maintaining identical shell size, position count, and termination method.
Amphenol ICC L117DAFRA15S and L117DAFRB15S provide 3A current rating with 250V voltage rating, offering significant current headroom for demanding applications. L117DAFRA15S features steel tin-plated shell; L117DAFRB15S uses plastic shell construction.
Amphenol ICC L17DAFRA15SC309 and L17DAFRDA15S deliver 3A current rating with 250V voltage rating and strain relief features. L17DAFRA15SC309 maintains 30.0µin gold contact finish; L17DAFRDA15S uses flash gold finish.

All substitutes maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating, -55°C to 105°C operating temperature range, and IDC ribbon cable termination compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC parts directly replace the 3M 8315-7000 in panel mount applications?

A: No. The 3M 8315-7000 is panel mount only. TE Connectivity and Amphenol ICC substitutes are free hanging (in-line) connectors. Panel mount applications require the original 3M 8315-7000 or equivalent panel mount D-Sub 15 position receptacles.

Q: What is the difference between 1.25A and 3A current ratings in the substitutes?

A: TE Connectivity parts (1658609-3, 1658610-3, 1658612-3) provide 1.25A rating, slightly higher than the original 1A. Amphenol ICC parts (L117 and L17 series) provide 3A rating, suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity. Selection depends on circuit requirements.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitutes meet RoHS compliance requirements. TE Connectivity parts carry ROHS3 certification. Amphenol ICC parts carry either ROHS3 or RoHS Compliant status.

Q: What is the significance of contact finish thickness variations (15.0µin vs. 30.0µin)?

A: Both 15.0µin and 30.0µin gold plating thicknesses meet gold contact finish specifications. The 3M 8315-7000 and Amphenol L17DAFRA15SC309 use 30.0µin thickness. Amphenol L117 series uses 15.0µin. Both are acceptable for IDC ribbon cable applications within the specified operating temperature range.

Q: Can I use Amphenol parts with strain relief features as substitutes?

A: Yes. Amphenol L117DAFRA15S, L117DAFRB15S, L17DAFRA15SC309, and L17DAFRDA15S include strain relief features. These are compatible substitutes for free hanging (in-line) applications and provide additional mechanical protection.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: 3M 8315-7000 is supplied in Bulk packaging. TE Connectivity 1658609-3 and 1658612-3 use Tube packaging; 1658610-3 uses Bulk. Amphenol ICC parts use Tray packaging. Packaging format does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are there voltage rating differences between the main part and substitutes?

A: The 3M 8315-7000 has no specified voltage rating. Amphenol ICC parts (L117 and L17 series) carry 250V voltage rating, providing additional specification margin for applications requiring voltage rating documentation.

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