TE Connectivity 87227-6 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 87227-6 is a rectangular connector header manufactured under the AMPMODU Mod II series. This through-hole vertical header features 12 positions arranged in 2 rows with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing. The connector is designed for board-to-board or cable applications with solder termination and push-pull fastening. The part is currently active in production with 1178 units in stock. Substitute parts are necessary when specific contact length requirements, material specifications, or compliance certifications differ from the original design parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	12
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Contact Length - Mating	0.318" (8.08mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.125" (3.18mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.533" (13.55mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Current Rating	3A
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 87227-6 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Number of Positions: 12
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Shrouding: Unshrouded
Style: Board to Board

Variable Parameters Affecting Substitution:

Contact Length - Mating: 0.235" (5.97mm) for 3M 929 series vs. 0.318" (8.08mm) for TE Connectivity
Contact Length - Post: Ranges from 0.110" (2.79mm) to 0.510" (12.95mm) depending on application
Overall Contact Length: Varies from 0.445" (11.30mm) to 0.845" (21.46mm)
Insulation Height: 0.100" (2.54mm) for 3M vs. 0.090" (2.29mm) for TE Connectivity
Contact Finish: Gold, Tin, or Tin-Lead options
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze (TE) vs. Copper Alloy (3M)
Insulation Material: Thermoplastic (TE) vs. PBT/Polyester/Glass Filled or PCT (3M)
Current Rating: 3A (TE) vs. 2.5A (3M)
Operating Temperature: -65°C ~ 105°C (TE) vs. -40°C ~ 105°C (3M)
RoHS Status: Not applicable (TE) vs. RoHS Compliant or non-compliant (3M)

The 3M 929 series connectors provide functional equivalence for board-to-board header applications with identical pitch and position configuration. Differences in contact length, insulation material, and finish specifications require evaluation based on specific application requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	TE 87227-6	3M 929665-01-06-I	3M 929665-02-06-I	3M 929665-03-06-I	3M 929665-08-06-I	3M 929665-09-06-I	3M 929836-01-06-RK	3M 929836-02-06	3M 929836-02-06-RK	3M 929836-04-06	3M 929836-04-06-RK
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
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)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - 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)	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	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)	0.235" (5.97mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.210" (5.33mm)	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.310" (7.87mm)	0.145" (3.68mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.210" (5.33mm)	0.210" (5.33mm)	0.510" (12.95mm)	0.510" (12.95mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.533" (13.55mm)	0.445" (11.30mm)	0.545" (13.84mm)	0.745" (18.92mm)	0.645" (16.38mm)	0.480" (12.19mm)	0.445" (11.30mm)	0.545" (13.84mm)	0.545" (13.84mm)	0.845" (21.46mm)	0.845" (21.46mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	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)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin-Lead	Tin	Tin-Lead	Tin
Current Rating (Amps)	3A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A	2.5A
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Material 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	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	Not applicable	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (RoHS Compliant, Active Status):

The 3M 929665 series connectors with gold-plated contacts provide direct functional equivalence to the TE Connectivity 87227-6 for applications requiring RoHS compliance. These parts maintain identical pitch, position count, and row spacing. Selection within this series depends on required contact post length:

929665-01-06-I: Shortest post length (0.110" / 2.79mm), overall length 0.445" (11.30mm)
929665-02-06-I: Medium post length (0.210" / 5.33mm), overall length 0.545" (13.84mm)
929665-08-06-I: Extended post length (0.310" / 7.87mm), overall length 0.645" (16.38mm)
929665-09-06-I: Moderate post length (0.145" / 3.68mm), overall length 0.480" (12.19mm)

The 3M 929836-02-06-RK and 929836-04-06-RK offer tin-plated alternatives with RoHS compliance and active product status. The 929836-02-06-RK provides post length of 0.210" (5.33mm), while 929836-04-06-RK provides extended post length of 0.510" (12.95mm).

Secondary Substitutes (Tin-Lead Finish, Discontinued Status):

The 3M 929836-02-06 and 929836-04-06 are tin-lead finished connectors with RoHS non-compliant status and discontinued availability. These parts are suitable only for legacy applications where RoHS compliance is not required and existing inventory is available.

Compliance Considerations:

All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The TE Connectivity 87227-6 has not applicable RoHS status, while 3M 929665 series parts are RoHS Compliant. Applications requiring RoHS compliance should select from the 929665 series or the RoHS-compliant 929836 variants with -RK designation.

Current Rating Differential:

The TE Connectivity 87227-6 is rated for 3A, while all 3M substitute parts are rated for 2.5A. Applications requiring the full 3A rating must retain the original TE Connectivity part.

Operating Temperature Range:

The TE Connectivity 87227-6 operates from -65°C to 105°C, while all 3M substitutes operate from -40°C to 105°C. Applications requiring operation below -40°C must use the original TE Connectivity part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3M 929665 series connectors directly replace the TE Connectivity 87227-6?

A: The 3M 929665 series connectors are functionally equivalent for board-to-board header applications with identical pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm), position count (12), and row configuration (2 rows). However, differences exist in contact length, insulation height, and material composition. Selection of the specific 929665 variant depends on required contact post length for your application.

Q: What is the primary difference between 3M 929665 and 929836 series?

A: The 929665 series features gold-plated contacts with PBT/Polyester/Glass Filled insulation material. The 929836 series features tin or tin-lead plated contacts with PCT (Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate) insulation material. The 929836 series with -RK designation is RoHS Compliant, while non-RK variants are RoHS non-compliant.

Q: Why do the 3M substitutes have lower current ratings (2.5A vs. 3A)?

A: The TE Connectivity 87227-6 is rated for 3A, while all 3M 929 series substitutes are rated for 2.5A. This difference reflects the design specifications of each manufacturer's connector. Applications requiring 3A current capacity must use the original TE Connectivity part.

Q: Which substitute part has the closest overall contact length to the TE Connectivity 87227-6?

A: The TE Connectivity 87227-6 has an overall contact length of 0.533" (13.55mm). The 3M 929665-02-06-I provides the closest match with an overall contact length of 0.545" (13.84mm), representing a difference of 0.012" (0.29mm).

Q: Are there RoHS-compliant alternatives available?

A: Yes. The 3M 929665 series (929665-01-06-I, 929665-02-06-I, 929665-03-06-I, 929665-08-06-I, 929665-09-06-I) are all RoHS Compliant. Additionally, the 3M 929836-01-06-RK, 929836-02-06-RK, and 929836-04-06-RK are RoHS Compliant alternatives with tin-plated contacts.

Q: What is the significance of the -RK designation on 3M part numbers?

A: The -RK designation indicates RoHS Compliant status with tin plating and PCT insulation material. Parts without the -RK designation may have different compliance status or material specifications.

Q: Can I use a 3M 929836-04-06 (tin-lead finish) in a new design?

A: The 929836-04-06 is RoHS non-compliant and discontinued at DiGi Electronics. This part is suitable only for legacy applications or where existing inventory is available. For new designs, select from active, RoHS-compliant alternatives such as the 929665 series or 929836 variants with -RK designation.

Q: How do I select the correct contact post length for my application?

A: Contact post length determines the overall connector height and insertion depth into the mating connector. The TE Connectivity 87227-6 has a post length of 0.125" (3.18mm). Select the 3M substitute variant with post length matching your PCB thickness and mating connector requirements. Available 3M options range from 0.110" (2.79mm) to 0.510" (12.95mm).

Q: What is the difference in insulation height between the TE Connectivity and 3M parts?

A: The TE Connectivity 87227-6 has an insulation height of 0.090" (2.29mm), while all 3M 929 series substitutes have an insulation height of 0.100" (2.54mm). This 0.010" (0.254mm) difference may affect board layout and component spacing in constrained designs.

Q: Are all substitute parts rated for the same operating temperature range?

A: No. The TE Connectivity 87227-6 operates from -65°C to 105°C, while all 3M 929 series substitutes operate from -40°C to 105°C. Applications requiring operation below -40°C must use the original TE Connectivity part.

Q: What contact finish options are available among the substitutes?

A: The 3M 929665 series features gold-plated contacts. The 3M 929836 series offers tin-plated (RoHS Compliant variants with -RK designation) or tin-lead plated (non-compliant variants without -RK designation) contacts. The TE Connectivity 87227-6 features gold-plated contacts with phosphor bronze material.

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