3M 961122-6700-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961122-6700-AR-TP is a rectangular connector header designed for surface mount applications with 22 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support, production continuity, and system maintenance. Active alternatives from manufacturers including Sullins Connector Solutions and Samtec Inc. provide functional equivalency while maintaining compatibility with the original electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	22
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy / Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic / Polyamide / LCP
Operating Temperature Range	-25°C ~ 105°C (Main) / -55°C ~ 150°C (Substitutes)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.69.4040

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

Connector Type: Header (with Breakaway or Cuttable variants acceptable)
Contact Type: Male Pin
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) — exact match required
Number of Positions: 22 — exact match required
Number of Rows: 1 — exact match required
Mounting Type: Surface Mount — exact match required
Termination: Solder — exact match required
Fastening Type: Push-Pull — exact match required
Contact Finish - Mating: Gold — exact match required
Insulation Color: Black — exact match required
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 — exact match required
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited) — exact match required

All substitute parts listed meet these criteria. Variations in contact material (Phosphor Bronze vs. Copper Alloy), insulation material composition, contact finish thickness, and operating temperature range do not preclude substitution when the primary electrical and mechanical parameters align.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961122-6700-AR-TP	GBC22SFBN-M30	TSM-122-02-F-SV	TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-015-TR	TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-P-TR	TSM-122-02-LM-SV	TSM-122-02-S-SV-A
Manufacturer	3M	Sullins Connector Solutions	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	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
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)
Number of Positions	22	22	22	22	22	22	22
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.260" (6.60mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)
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)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	Polyamide (PA9T), Nylon 9T	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 ~ 150°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
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating (Amps)	2A	3A	—	—	—	—	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	—	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Number of Positions Loaded	All	All	All	21	All	All	All
Features	—	—	—	Board Guide	Board Guide, Pick and Place	—	Board Guide
Packaging	—	Bulk	—	—	Tape & Reel (TR)	—	—

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are active products with current manufacturer support, providing superior long-term availability compared to the obsolete 3M 961122-6700-AR-TP. Selection among substitutes should be based on the following criteria:

GBC22SFBN-M30 (Sullins Connector Solutions): This part offers the highest current rating at 3A and an extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 150°C. It is ROHS3 compliant and available in bulk packaging. The breakaway connector type provides design flexibility for applications requiring modular assembly.

TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-P-TR (Samtec Inc.): This variant is optimized for automated assembly with pick-and-place compatibility and tape & reel packaging. It includes board guide features and is ROHS3 compliant. The -55°C to 125°C operating range covers standard industrial applications.

TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-015-TR (Samtec Inc.): This configuration loads 21 of 22 positions and includes board guide features. It is suitable for applications where one position must remain unloaded by design specification.

TSM-122-02-LM-SV and TSM-122-02-S-SV-A (Samtec Inc.): These variants provide alternative contact finish thicknesses and board guide options. Both are ROHS3 compliant with -55°C to 125°C operating ranges.

TSM-122-02-F-SV (Samtec Inc.): This part offers a standard configuration without board guide features, suitable for applications with space constraints or simplified assembly requirements.

All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification, ensuring compliance with the original component's safety and reliability specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-015-TR be used as a direct replacement for 3M 961122-6700-AR-TP?

A: TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-015-TR is electrically and mechanically compatible with the 3M part for applications requiring 21 loaded positions. If all 22 positions must be loaded, use TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-P-TR or other variants with "All" positions loaded.

Q: What is the difference between the Samtec cuttable header variants?

A: Samtec TSM-122 series variants differ in contact finish thickness, board guide presence, and packaging format. TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-P-TR includes pick-and-place features and tape & reel packaging for automated assembly. TSM-122-02-S-SV-A and TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-015-TR include board guide features for mechanical stability. TSM-122-02-F-SV and TSM-122-02-LM-SV provide alternative configurations without these features.

Q: Is GBC22SFBN-M30 suitable for high-current applications?

A: GBC22SFBN-M30 has a 3A current rating, compared to 2A for the original 3M part. It also supports an extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 150°C, making it suitable for demanding thermal and electrical environments.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant. The original 3M 961122-6700-AR-TP does not specify RoHS status, but all active alternatives meet current RoHS3 requirements.

Q: What packaging options are available for production?

A: GBC22SFBN-M30 is available in bulk packaging. TSM-122-02-L-SV-A-P-TR is supplied in tape & reel format optimized for pick-and-place assembly. Other Samtec variants are available in standard packaging formats.

Q: Do all substitutes have the same contact length?

A: No. The original 3M part has a contact length of 0.260" (6.60mm), while all Samtec and Sullins substitutes have contact lengths of 0.318" to 0.320" (8.08–8.13mm). This difference may affect mating depth and should be verified against mating connector specifications.

Q: Are all parts rated for the same moisture sensitivity level?

A: Yes. All parts, including the original 3M component and all substitutes, are classified as MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage or handling.

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