960104-8100-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 960104-8100-AR-TP is a 4-position receptacle connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, surface mount right-angle configuration, and gold-plated contacts. This connector is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. The part operates across -25°C to 105°C with a 2A current rating and 1000VDC voltage rating, designed for board-to-board applications with push-pull fastening.

Key Parameters

Parameter	960104-8100-AR-TP
Connector Type	Receptacle
Number of Positions	4
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Current Rating	2A
Voltage Rating	1000VDC
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 960104-8100-AR-TP is based on the following critical parameters that must remain constant:

Connector Type & Style: Receptacle, board-to-board or cable compatible
Position Count: 4 positions
Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting: Surface mount, right-angle orientation
Contact Configuration: Female socket, square contact shape
Termination: Solder termination
Fastening: Push-pull mechanism
Contact Finish: Gold-plated mating surface

All Samtec Tiger Claw™ SSM series substitutes meet these core requirements. Variations exist in:

Number of Positions Loaded: Full 4-position or 3-position loaded configurations
Contact Finish Thickness: 3.00µin, 10.0µin, or flash thickness options
Packaging Format: Bulk, tube, or tape & reel
Board Lock Feature: Available on select variants
Insulation Material: Upgraded to Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) in substitutes

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	960104-8100-AR-TP	SSM-104-F-SH	SSM-104-F-SH-004	SSM-104-FM-SH	SSM-104-L-SH-001	SSM-104-L-SH-LC	SSM-104-L-SH-TR
Manufacturer	3M	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Number of Positions	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Positions Loaded	All	All	3	All	3	All	All
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)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	Flash	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Current Rating	2A	5.2A per Contact	5.2A per Contact	5.2A per Contact	5.2A per Contact	5.2A per Contact	5.2A per Contact
Voltage Rating	1000VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All Samtec Tiger Claw™ SSM series receptacles listed are active products with ROHS3 compliance, providing long-term design support and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete 3M 960104-8100-AR-TP.

Primary Substitute: SSM-104-L-SH-LC or SSM-104-L-SH-TR for applications requiring all 4 positions loaded with board lock feature and enhanced gold plating (10.0µin). These variants offer superior contact durability and mechanical retention.

Alternative Substitute: SSM-104-F-SH for applications where board lock is not required and standard gold plating (3.00µin) is acceptable. This variant provides the most direct functional replacement.

Packaging Considerations:

Tape & Reel (TR) variants: SSM-104-L-SH-TR, SSM-104-L-SH-LC-TR, SSM-104-L-SH-001-TR for automated assembly
Tube packaging: SSM-104-L-SH-LC for manual or semi-automated processes
Bulk packaging: SSM-104-F-SH for flexible procurement

Position-Loaded Variants: SSM-104-F-SH-004 and SSM-104-L-SH-001 are 3-position loaded configurations. Use only if your application design specifically requires 3 positions; otherwise, select full 4-position variants.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I directly replace 960104-8100-AR-TP with any SSM-104 variant?

A: Yes, all listed Samtec SSM-104 variants are electrically and mechanically compatible as direct replacements. They share identical pitch (0.100"), mounting style (surface mount right-angle), contact configuration (female socket), and termination method (solder). The primary differences are packaging format, board lock availability, and contact finish thickness.

Q: What is the difference between 3-position and 4-position loaded variants?

A: The number of positions loaded refers to how many contact positions are populated in the connector body. The 960104-8100-AR-TP has all 4 positions loaded. If your PCB design uses all 4 positions, select full 4-position variants (SSM-104-F-SH, SSM-104-FM-SH, SSM-104-L-SH-LC, SSM-104-L-SH-TR). Use 3-position variants (SSM-104-F-SH-004, SSM-104-L-SH-001, SSM-104-L-SH-001-TR, SSM-104-L-SH-LC-001) only if your design specifically requires 3 positions.

Q: What does "Board Lock" mean in SSM-104-L-SH-LC variants?

A: Board Lock is a mechanical retention feature that provides additional mechanical stability and prevents accidental connector separation. This feature is present in SSM-104-L-SH-LC, SSM-104-L-SH-LC-001, SSM-104-L-SH-LC-TR, and SSM-104-LM-SH-LC variants. Select these if your application requires enhanced mechanical retention.

Q: How do contact finish thickness options affect performance?

A: Contact finish thickness (flash, 3.00µin, or 10.0µin) determines contact durability and mating cycle life. The 960104-8100-AR-TP uses flash plating. Samtec substitutes offer 3.00µin (SSM-104-F-SH series) or 10.0µin (SSM-104-L-SH series) options, both providing enhanced durability compared to flash plating. For applications with frequent mating cycles, 10.0µin thickness is recommended.

Q: What packaging format should I select?

A: Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is optimized for automated pick-and-place assembly. Tube packaging suits manual or semi-automated assembly. Bulk packaging provides flexibility for mixed procurement. Select based on your manufacturing process: SSM-104-L-SH-TR for automated lines, SSM-104-L-SH-LC for manual assembly, or SSM-104-F-SH for flexible sourcing.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, all listed Samtec SSM-104 variants are ROHS3 compliant. The original 3M 960104-8100-AR-TP does not specify RoHS status. All substitutes meet current environmental compliance requirements.

Q: What is the temperature operating range difference?

A: The 960104-8100-AR-TP operates from -25°C to 105°C. All Samtec SSM-104 substitutes operate from -55°C to 125°C, providing a wider temperature range suitable for extended environmental applications.

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