3M 960115-8100-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 960115-8100-AR-TP is a 15-position receptacle connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, surface mount right-angle configuration, and gold-plated mating contacts. This connector is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement continuity. The part operates across -25°C to 105°C with a 2A current rating and 1000VDC voltage rating.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	15
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	2A
Voltage Rating	1000VDC

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Samtec Inc. Tiger Claw™ SSM series connectors provide functional equivalency to the 3M 960115-8100-AR-TP based on the following matching parameters:

15-position receptacle configuration
0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Surface mount, right-angle orientation
Female socket contact type
Gold-plated mating contacts
Push-pull fastening mechanism
Solder termination
Black insulation color

Substitute parts are differentiated by contact finish thickness, number of positions loaded, board lock features, and packaging format (bulk or tape & reel). All substitute parts maintain compatibility with the original connector footprint and mating interface while offering enhanced electrical performance and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 960115-8100-AR-TP	SSM-115-F-SH	SSM-115-FM-SH	SSM-115-L-SH-010	SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR	SSM-115-L-SH-LC	SSM-115-L-SH-LC-TR	SSM-115-L-SH-TR	SSM-115-LM-SH	SSM-115-LM-SH-TR	SSM-115-S-SH-010
Manufacturer	3M	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Number of Positions	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Positions Loaded	All	All	All	14	14	All	All	All	All	All	14
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)
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	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	Flash	3.00µin (0.076µm)	3.00µin (0.076µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
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
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Insulation Height	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)
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	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
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	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	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC	405VAC, 572VDC
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)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	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)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All Samtec Tiger Claw™ SSM series substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance, providing long-term design support and procurement availability. The 3M 960115-8100-AR-TP obsolete status necessitates transition to an active equivalent.

For applications requiring all 15 positions loaded, select from: SSM-115-F-SH, SSM-115-FM-SH, SSM-115-L-SH-LC, SSM-115-L-SH-LC-TR, SSM-115-L-SH-TR, SSM-115-LM-SH, or SSM-115-LM-SH-TR.

For applications requiring 14 positions loaded, select from: SSM-115-L-SH-010, SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR, or SSM-115-S-SH-010.

For tape & reel packaging, select from: SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-115-L-SH-LC-TR, SSM-115-L-SH-TR, or SSM-115-LM-SH-TR.

For board lock feature, select from: SSM-115-L-SH-LC or SSM-115-L-SH-LC-TR.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are Samtec SSM-115 series connectors mechanically compatible with the 3M 960115-8100-AR-TP?

A: Yes. Both the original part and all substitute parts share identical 15-position configuration, 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch, surface mount right-angle orientation, and push-pull fastening mechanism. Insulation height variance (0.126" vs 0.125") is within standard manufacturing tolerance.

Q: What is the difference between SSM-115-L-SH-010 and SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR?

A: SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR is supplied in tape & reel packaging format, while SSM-115-L-SH-010 is supplied in bulk packaging. Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical.

Q: Why do some substitute parts have 14 positions loaded instead of 15?

A: Parts designated with "-010" suffix (SSM-115-L-SH-010, SSM-115-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-115-S-SH-010) are manufactured with 14 positions loaded. These are suitable only for applications that do not require all 15 contact positions.

Q: What is the board lock feature in SSM-115-L-SH-LC variants?

A: The board lock feature is specified in the part designation but no functional details are provided in the technical data. Consult Samtec documentation for specific board lock mechanism specifications.

Q: How do contact finish thicknesses differ among substitute parts?

A: Contact finish thickness varies: SSM-115-F-SH and SSM-115-FM-SH use 3.00µin (0.076µm), SSM-115-L-SH variants use 10.0µin (0.25µm), and SSM-115-S-SH-010 uses 30.0µin (0.76µm). The original 3M part specifies flash finish. Thicker finishes provide enhanced durability and contact reliability.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All Samtec Tiger Claw™ SSM series substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the difference between SSM-115-LM-SH and SSM-115-L-SH-TR?

A: SSM-115-LM-SH is supplied in bulk packaging, while SSM-115-L-SH-TR is supplied in tape & reel packaging. Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical with 10.0µin (0.25µm) contact finish thickness and all 15 positions loaded.

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