3M 960124-8100-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 960124-8100-AR-TP is a 24-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 substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. The part operates across -25°C to 105°C with a 2A current rating per contact and 1000VDC voltage rating. Samtec Inc. Tiger Claw™ SSM series connectors provide direct functional equivalents with enhanced electrical performance and active product status.

Key Parameters

Parameter	3M 960124-8100-AR-TP
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	24
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Insulation Color	Black
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	2A
Voltage Rating	1000VDC
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Samtec SSM-124 series receptacles serve as direct substitutes based on the following matching criteria:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

Connector type: Receptacle with female socket contacts
Position count: 24 positions
Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Mounting: Surface mount, right-angle configuration
Termination: Solder
Fastening: Push-pull mechanism
Contact finish: Gold-plated mating surface
Insulation: Black color

Substitution Variants: The SSM-124 series includes variants differentiated by contact finish thickness, position loading, and packaging. All variants maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with the 3M 960124-8100-AR-TP footprint and mating interface.

SSM-124-F-SH: Standard configuration, all 24 positions loaded
SSM-124-FM-SH: Standard configuration, all 24 positions loaded
SSM-124-L-SH-010: 23 positions loaded, 10.0µin contact finish
SSM-124-L-SH-010-TR: 23 positions loaded, 10.0µin contact finish, tape reel packaging
SSM-124-L-SH-TR: All 24 positions loaded, 10.0µin contact finish, tape reel packaging
SSM-124-LM-SH: All 24 positions loaded, 10.0µin contact finish
SSM-124-S-SH-010: 23 positions loaded, 30.0µin contact finish
SSM-124-S-SH-010-TR: 23 positions loaded, 30.0µin contact finish, tape reel packaging
SSM-124-S-SH-LC: All 24 positions loaded, 30.0µin contact finish, board lock feature
SSM-124-S-SH-TR: All 24 positions loaded, 30.0µin contact finish, tape reel packaging

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 960124-8100-AR-TP	SSM-124-F-SH	SSM-124-FM-SH	SSM-124-L-SH-TR	SSM-124-S-SH-LC	SSM-124-S-SH-TR
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Number of Positions	24	24	24	24	24	24
Positions Loaded	All	All	All	All	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)
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
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold (Flash)	Gold (3.00µin)	Gold (3.00µin)	Gold (10.0µin)	Gold (30.0µin)	Gold (30.0µin)
Insulation Color	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)
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
Current Rating	2A	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
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	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

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Selection Criteria:

All Samtec SSM-124 variants are active products with ROHS3 compliance, addressing the obsolescence status of the 3M 960124-8100-AR-TP. Selection among variants depends on specific application requirements:

For Standard Applications: SSM-124-F-SH or SSM-124-FM-SH provide baseline equivalents with all 24 positions loaded and standard gold contact finish (3.00µin). These variants offer the most direct replacement path with active product status and improved electrical performance (5.2A per contact versus 2A).

For Extended Temperature Range: All SSM-124 variants operate across -55°C to 125°C, exceeding the original part's -25°C to 105°C range. This provides thermal margin for applications requiring broader operating conditions.

For Enhanced Contact Durability: SSM-124-S-SH-LC and SSM-124-S-SH-TR feature 30.0µin gold contact finish thickness, providing increased wear resistance compared to the original flash finish. SSM-124-S-SH-LC includes board lock feature for mechanical retention.

For Tape Reel Packaging: SSM-124-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-124-S-SH-010-TR, and SSM-124-S-SH-TR are available in tape reel format for automated assembly processes.

For Partial Position Loading: SSM-124-L-SH-010, SSM-124-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-124-S-SH-010, and SSM-124-S-SH-010-TR accommodate 23-position configurations where one position requires omission.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are Samtec SSM-124 connectors mechanically compatible with the 3M 960124-8100-AR-TP footprint?

A: Yes. Both the original part and all SSM-124 variants share identical 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, 24-position receptacle configuration, surface mount right-angle mounting, and push-pull fastening. Insulation height differs by 0.001" (0.02mm), which is within standard PCB tolerance.

Q: What is the voltage and current difference between the original part and substitutes?

A: The 3M 960124-8100-AR-TP is rated 1000VDC at 2A per contact. Samtec SSM-124 variants are rated 405VAC or 572VDC at 5.2A per contact. The lower voltage rating of substitutes requires application review if the original 1000VDC specification is critical. The higher current rating provides margin for applications within the substitute voltage range.

Q: Which SSM-124 variant should I select for new designs?

A: For new designs, SSM-124-F-SH or SSM-124-S-SH-LC are recommended. SSM-124-F-SH provides baseline performance with active product status and ROHS3 compliance. SSM-124-S-SH-LC adds board lock retention and enhanced contact finish for applications requiring mechanical security.

Q: What does "positions loaded" mean, and why do some variants show 23 instead of 24?

A: Positions loaded indicates how many of the 24 available contact positions contain actual contacts. Variants with 23 positions loaded have one empty position, typically used when application design requires a keying or alignment feature. Verify your application requires all 24 positions before selecting 23-position variants.

Q: Are all SSM-124 variants ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed Samtec SSM-124 variants are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and hazardous substance restrictions.

Q: What is the difference between contact finish thicknesses (3.00µin, 10.0µin, 30.0µin)?

A: Contact finish thickness affects durability and wear resistance. Flash finish (original part) provides minimal plating. 3.00µin offers standard protection. 10.0µin and 30.0µin provide progressively enhanced durability for high-cycle mating applications or environments requiring extended contact life.

Q: Can I use SSM-124 variants with tape reel packaging in manual assembly?

A: Tape reel packaging is optimized for automated pick-and-place assembly. Manual assembly is possible but less efficient. For manual assembly, tube packaging variants (SSM-124-F-SH, SSM-124-S-SH-LC) are more practical.

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