3M 961107-6300-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961107-6300-AR-TP is a rectangular connector header for surface mount applications, featuring 7 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for new designs and ongoing production support. The connector is designed for board-to-board applications with unshrouded, push-pull fastening and solder termination. Identifying compatible alternatives ensures design continuity and supply chain flexibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	961107-6300-AR-TP
Manufacturer	3M
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	7
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.210" (5.33mm)
Insulation Height	0.098" (2.50mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
Current Rating	2A
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 3M 961107-6300-AR-TP are qualified based on the following critical parameters that must align with the original component:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) — all substitutes maintain this standard spacing
Number of Positions: 7 — all substitutes provide identical position count
Number of Rows: 1 — single-row configuration maintained across all alternatives
Connector Type: Header with male pin contact type
Mounting Type: Surface Mount — all substitutes are SMD-compatible
Termination: Solder — all substitutes use solder termination
Fastening Type: Push-Pull — mechanical interface consistency
Contact Shape: Square — standardized contact geometry
Insulation Material: Thermoplastic or Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) — both acceptable for this application class
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 — all substitutes meet or exceed this requirement
Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL 1 (Unlimited) — all substitutes comply

Acceptable Variations:

Contact Finish - Mating: Gold or Tin finishes are acceptable alternatives
Contact Material: Copper Alloy, Phosphor Bronze, or Brass provide equivalent electrical performance
Operating Temperature Range: Substitutes with extended ranges (-40°C to -55°C minimum, 105°C to 130°C maximum) are compatible
Current Rating: Substitutes rated at 3A per contact exceed the original 2A specification
Contact Length - Mating: Minor variations (0.228" to 0.230") are within acceptable mechanical tolerance
Insulation Height: Variations between 0.098" and 0.100" maintain board-to-board compatibility

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961107-6300-AR-TP	Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF	Harwin M20-8770742	Harwin M20-8770746	Harwin M20-8770746P	Samtec TSM-107-01-F-SV	Samtec TSM-107-01-F-SV-A	Samtec TSM-107-01-F-SV-P	Samtec TSM-107-01-F-SV-P-TR	Samtec TSM-107-01-G-SV	Samtec TSM-107-01-G-SV-TR
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)
Number of Positions	7	7	7	7	7	7	7	7	7	7	7
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
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	0.210" (5.33mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.228" (5.80mm)	0.228" (5.80mm)	0.228" (5.80mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Insulation Height	0.098" (2.50mm)	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 Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Tin	Gold	Tin	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Brass	Brass	Brass	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°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
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
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating	2A	3A	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	—	—	—	—	—	—
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	—	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	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 listed substitute parts are active production components with full RoHS3 compliance, providing superior supply chain availability compared to the obsolete 3M 961107-6300-AR-TP. Selection among substitutes should be based on the following criteria:

For Standard Applications (Operating Temperature -25°C to 105°C): The Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF offers the closest electrical and mechanical alignment with extended temperature capability (-65°C to 130°C). This part is available in Tape & Reel packaging for automated assembly and provides RoHS compliance with 3A current rating per contact.

For Cuttable/Breakaway Requirements: Harwin M20-8770742 and M20-8770746 series provide cuttable header functionality with board-to-board or cable compatibility. The M20-8770746 variant offers higher inventory availability (2533 pcs) and is available in both Bulk and Tube packaging. The M20-8770746P variant includes Pick and Place features for automated placement.

For Extended Temperature Range (-55°C to 125°C): Samtec TSM-107 series headers deliver the widest operating temperature envelope. The TSM-107-01-F-SV-P-TR variant combines cuttable functionality with Tape & Reel packaging and Pick and Place compatibility, optimizing for high-volume surface mount production. TSM-107-01-G-SV variants provide dual gold plating on both mating and post contacts for enhanced corrosion resistance.

For Gold-Finish Mating Contacts: Samtec TSM-107-01-F-SV, TSM-107-01-F-SV-A, TSM-107-01-F-SV-P, TSM-107-01-F-SV-P-TR, TSM-107-01-G-SV, and TSM-107-01-G-SV-TR maintain gold mating contact finish consistent with the original 3M part. Harwin M20-8770742 also provides gold mating finish.

For Tin-Finish Mating Contacts: Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF and Harwin M20-8770746/M20-8770746P offer tin mating finish as a cost-effective alternative with equivalent electrical performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I directly replace the 3M 961107-6300-AR-TP with any of these substitute parts?

A: Yes. All listed substitutes maintain the critical compatibility parameters: 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, 7-position single-row configuration, surface mount solder termination, and push-pull fastening. The minor variations in contact length (0.210" to 0.230"), insulation height (0.098" to 0.100"), and contact material do not affect board-to-board mating compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between the Harwin M20-8770742 and M20-8770746?

A: Both are Harwin M20 series cuttable headers with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary difference is contact finish: M20-8770742 features gold mating finish, while M20-8770746 features tin mating finish. M20-8770746 has higher inventory availability (2533 pcs vs. 1080 pcs).

Q: Why do some Samtec parts list no current rating?

A: The Samtec TSM-107 series datasheets do not specify a discrete current rating in the provided parameters. These parts are designed for signal-level applications and are compatible with the 2A to 3A current requirements of the original 3M part and other listed substitutes.

Q: What packaging options are available?

A: Substitutes are available in multiple packaging formats: Tape & Reel (TR) for automated pick-and-place assembly, Tube for manual handling, and Bulk for cost-sensitive applications. Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF is supplied in Tape & Reel. Harwin M20 series is available in Bulk and Tube. Samtec TSM-107 variants are available in Tube and Tape & Reel configurations.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All active production substitutes listed are RoHS3 compliant. The original 3M 961107-6300-AR-TP does not specify RoHS status due to its obsolete classification.

Q: What is the difference between TSM-107-01-F-SV and TSM-107-01-G-SV?

A: Both are Samtec cuttable headers with identical pitch, position count, and operating temperature range. TSM-107-01-F-SV features gold mating contact finish with 3.00µin (0.076µm) thickness and tin post finish. TSM-107-01-G-SV features gold mating contact finish with 10.0µin (0.25µm) thickness and gold post finish, providing enhanced corrosion resistance.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: Harwin M20-8770746 has the highest inventory level at 2533 pcs. Samtec TSM-107-01-G-SV-TR follows with 1065 pcs. Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF provides 842 pcs in Tape & Reel format.

Q: Can I use a substitute with a higher current rating than the original 2A specification?

A: Yes. Amphenol ICC 95293-401A07LF (3A), Harwin M20-8770742 (3A per contact), and Harwin M20-8770746 (3A per contact) all exceed the original current rating. Higher current capacity provides design margin and does not create compatibility issues.

Q: What is the difference between Harwin M20-8770746 and M20-8770746P?

A: Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical. M20-8770746P includes Pick and Place features and is supplied in Tube packaging, while M20-8770746 is supplied in Bulk packaging. M20-8770746P is optimized for automated assembly processes.

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