3M 960126-8100-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 960126-8100-AR-TP is a 26-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 continuity. The part operates across -25°C to 105°C and carries a 2A current rating at 1000VDC.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	960126-8100-AR-TP
Manufacturer	3M
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	26
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	2A
Voltage Rating	1000VDC
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts from Samtec Inc. Tiger Claw™ SSM series are qualified as equivalents based on the following critical parameters:

Matching Parameters (Required for Substitution):

Connector type: Receptacle with female socket contacts
Number of positions: 26
Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting: Surface mount, right angle
Termination: Solder
Fastening: Push-pull
Contact finish: Gold-plated mating surface
Insulation color: Black
Contact shape: Square
Style: Board to board or cable compatible

Substitution Groups:

Group 1 - Full Position Load, Standard Gold Finish:

SSM-126-F-SH
SSM-126-FM-SH
SSM-126-L-SH-TR
SSM-126-LM-SH
SSM-126-S-SH-TR
SSM-126-SM-SH

Group 2 - 25 Position Load (One Position Omitted):

SSM-126-L-SH-010
SSM-126-L-SH-010-TR
SSM-126-S-SH-010
SSM-126-S-SH-010-TR

All substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 960126-8100-AR-TP	Samtec SSM-126 Series
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket
Number of Positions	26	26
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold (Flash)	Gold (3.00µin to 30.0µin)
Insulation Color	Black	Black
Insulation Height	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating	2A	5.2A per Contact
Voltage Rating	1000VDC	405VAC, 572VDC
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation - Full Position Load: Select from SSM-126-F-SH, SSM-126-FM-SH, SSM-126-LM-SH, or SSM-126-SM-SH for applications requiring all 26 positions loaded. These parts maintain identical position count and are active products with ROHS3 compliance.

Tape & Reel Packaging: SSM-126-L-SH-TR and SSM-126-S-SH-TR are available in tape and reel format for high-volume manufacturing environments.

25-Position Configuration: SSM-126-L-SH-010, SSM-126-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-126-S-SH-010, and SSM-126-S-SH-010-TR are suitable only for designs that can accommodate 25 loaded positions instead of 26.

Compliance Advantage: All Samtec substitutes carry ROHS3 compliance certification, addressing regulatory requirements that may not have been applicable to the original 3M part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SSM-126 series parts directly replace the 3M 960126-8100-AR-TP? A: Yes, for applications using all 26 positions. The SSM-126-F-SH, SSM-126-FM-SH, SSM-126-LM-SH, and SSM-126-SM-SH variants provide identical position count, pitch, mounting configuration, and push-pull fastening. Verify your design does not depend on the specific operating temperature range of -25°C to 105°C, as Samtec parts operate -55°C to 125°C.

Q: What is the difference between SSM-126-L-SH-010 and SSM-126-S-SH-010? A: Both variants load 25 positions instead of 26. The primary difference is contact finish thickness: SSM-126-L-SH-010 has 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold finish, while SSM-126-S-SH-010 has 30.0µin (0.76µm) gold finish. Select based on your contact durability and mating cycle requirements.

Q: Are tape and reel options available? A: Yes. SSM-126-L-SH-TR, SSM-126-L-SH-010-TR, SSM-126-S-SH-TR, and SSM-126-S-SH-010-TR are packaged in tape and reel format for automated assembly.

Q: How do the electrical ratings compare? A: The 3M part is rated 2A at 1000VDC. Samtec SSM-126 parts are rated 5.2A per contact at 405VAC or 572VDC. For applications operating within the original 2A and 1000VDC specifications, Samtec parts provide margin. Verify your application does not exceed 572VDC DC operation.

Q: What is the significance of the "-TR" suffix? A: The "-TR" suffix indicates tape and reel packaging, suitable for pick-and-place assembly. Parts without this suffix are supplied in alternative packaging formats.

Q: Do all SSM-126 variants have the same insulation height? A: The 3M part specifies 0.126" (3.20mm) insulation height. All Samtec SSM-126 variants specify 0.125" (3.18mm), a 0.001" (0.02mm) difference. Verify this tolerance is acceptable for your PCB layout and mating connector clearances.

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