3M 961116-6300-AR-TP Rectangular Connector Header Surface Mount 16 Position 2.54mm Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961116-6300-AR-TP is a surface mount rectangular connector header with 16 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. The connector features male pins, unshrouded design, and solder termination suitable for board-to-board applications. Samtec Inc. TSM series connectors provide direct functional equivalents with active product status and enhanced operating temperature range.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	16
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic (Main) / Liquid Crystal Polymer (Substitutes)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin or Gold
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C (Main) / -55°C ~ 125°C (Substitutes)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 3M 961116-6300-AR-TP is determined by strict equivalence in the following parameters:

Connector type: Header with male pins
Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Position count: 16 positions, single row
Mounting: Surface mount with solder termination
Contact configuration: Square male pins with gold mating finish
Shrouding: Unshrouded design
Flammability: UL94 V-0 rating
Moisture sensitivity: MSL 1

The Samtec TSM-116 series satisfies all core substitution criteria. Variations within the TSM series differ in contact finish thickness (mating and post), insulation material (LCP vs. thermoplastic), packaging format (tube vs. tape & reel), and optional features (board guide, pick and place compatibility). These variations do not affect functional interchangeability for standard board-to-board header applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961116-6300-AR-TP	TSM-116-01-F-SV	TSM-116-01-F-SV-A	TSM-116-01-F-SV-A-P-TR	TSM-116-01-G-SV	TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR	TSM-116-01-G-SV-P-TR	TSM-116-01-H-SV	TSM-116-01-L-SV	TSM-116-01-L-SV-A
Connector Type	Header	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
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)
Number of Positions	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	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
Shrouding	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	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)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
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)
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
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
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete	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

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All Samtec TSM-116 series variants listed provide functional equivalence to the obsolete 3M 961116-6300-AR-TP. Selection among substitute options depends on specific application requirements:

For standard applications with no extended temperature requirements: TSM-116-01-F-SV or TSM-116-01-L-SV provide cost-effective substitution with tin post finish and standard gold mating finish thickness.

For applications requiring extended temperature operation: All TSM variants support -55°C to 125°C operating range, exceeding the original part specification of -25°C to 105°C.

For automated assembly processes: TSM-116-01-F-SV-A-P-TR, TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR, and TSM-116-01-G-SV-P-TR include pick-and-place features and tape & reel packaging.

For applications requiring board guide alignment: TSM-116-01-F-SV-A, TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR, and TSM-116-01-L-SV-A include board guide features.

For enhanced contact durability: TSM-116-01-G-SV and TSM-116-01-H-SV feature gold post finish with increased mating finish thickness (10.0µin and 30.0µin respectively) compared to standard variants.

All substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, matching the environmental and handling requirements of the original component. The TSM series cuttable header design provides additional flexibility for custom position configurations if required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TSM-116 series connectors directly replace the 3M 961116-6300-AR-TP in existing designs?

A: Yes. All TSM-116 variants maintain identical pitch (2.54mm), position count (16), contact type (male pin), and mounting method (surface mount solder). Mechanical and electrical compatibility is preserved across all listed substitutes.

Q: What is the difference between TSM-116-01-F-SV and TSM-116-01-L-SV?

A: Both parts are functionally equivalent. TSM-116-01-F-SV features 3.00µin (0.076µm) gold mating finish thickness, while TSM-116-01-L-SV features 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold mating finish thickness. The increased finish thickness in TSM-116-01-L-SV provides enhanced contact durability for high-cycle mating applications.

Q: Why do some TSM variants have gold post finish instead of tin?

A: TSM-116-01-G-SV, TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR, TSM-116-01-G-SV-P-TR, and TSM-116-01-H-SV feature gold post finish. This specification affects solder joint formation and is determined by application soldering process requirements. Tin post finish (TSM-116-01-F-SV, TSM-116-01-L-SV variants) is standard for conventional wave and reflow soldering.

Q: What packaging options are available?

A: TSM-116-01-F-SV, TSM-116-01-F-SV-A, and TSM-116-01-L-SV, TSM-116-01-L-SV-A are supplied in tube packaging. TSM-116-01-F-SV-A-P-TR, TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR, and TSM-116-01-G-SV-P-TR are supplied in tape & reel format for automated assembly. Packaging selection does not affect electrical or mechanical performance.

Q: Are board guide features necessary for my application?

A: Board guide features (present in TSM-116-01-F-SV-A, TSM-116-01-G-SV-A-P-TR, and TSM-116-01-L-SV-A) provide mechanical alignment assistance during mating. These are optional and not required for standard board-to-board header applications. Selection depends on assembly process requirements and mechanical tolerance specifications.

Q: What is the operating temperature advantage of TSM substitutes?

A: The original 3M part operates from -25°C to 105°C. All TSM-116 variants operate from -55°C to 125°C, providing 30°C additional margin at both temperature extremes. This extended range supports applications in industrial and automotive environments with more demanding thermal specifications.

Q: Are all TSM-116 variants ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed TSM-116 variants carry ROHS3 compliance certification, meeting current environmental and material restriction requirements for commercial and industrial applications.

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