3M 961214-6700-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961214-6700-AR-TP is a rectangular connector header for surface mount applications, featuring 14 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch in a 2-row configuration. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. The part is designed for board-to-board connections with push-pull fastening and operates across the temperature range of -25°C to 105°C.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	961214-6700-AR-TP
Manufacturer	3M
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	14
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.260" (6.60mm)
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 961214-6700-AR-TP are selected from the Samtec TSM-107 series based on the following critical parameters that must align for functional equivalence:

Core Matching Parameters:

Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions: 14
Number of Rows: 2
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Style: Board to Board or Cable
Shrouding: Unshrouded
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Insulation Color: Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)

All listed substitute parts from Samtec maintain these core electrical and mechanical parameters. Variations exist in contact length, contact finish specifications, insulation material (LCP vs. Thermoplastic), and packaging format, which are documented in the parameter comparison table below.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961214-6700-AR-TP	TSM-107-01-S-DV	TSM-107-02-F-DV-A-TR	TSM-107-02-G-DV	TSM-107-02-G-DV-A	TSM-107-02-L-DV	TSM-107-02-L-DV-006-P-TR	TSM-107-02-L-DV-A	TSM-107-02-L-DV-P-TR	TSM-107-02-L-DV-TR	TSM-107-02-S-DV
Manufacturer	3M	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
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	14	14	14	14	14	14	14	14	14	14	14
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - 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)
Connector Type	Header	Header, Cuttable	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	0.260" (6.60mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	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)	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	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	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)	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	-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
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)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	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	ROHS3 Compliant
Packaging	Not specified	Tube	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tube	Tube	Tube	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tube	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tube

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All Samtec TSM-107 series substitute parts listed are active products with ROHS3 compliance, providing superior long-term availability compared to the obsolete 3M 961214-6700-AR-TP. The substitute parts maintain the core electrical and mechanical interface specifications required for board-to-board connectivity at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch with 14 positions in a 2-row configuration.

Key Compliance Advantages:

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, whereas the original part does not specify RoHS status
All substitute parts carry UL94 V-0 flammability rating, matching the original specification
All substitute parts maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level

Temperature Operating Range: Samtec TSM-107 series parts operate across -55°C to 125°C, which exceeds the original part's -25°C to 105°C range, providing enhanced thermal margin for demanding applications.

Contact Material and Finish Variations: Samtec parts use phosphor bronze contacts with gold mating finish, compared to the original copper alloy construction. Variations in contact finish thickness and post finish (tin or gold) are available to match specific application requirements.

Packaging Considerations: Tube packaging is suitable for manual assembly and lower-volume production. Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is optimized for automated pick-and-place assembly processes. Select packaging based on manufacturing process requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Samtec TSM-107 series parts directly replace the 3M 961214-6700-AR-TP?

A: Yes. All listed Samtec TSM-107 substitute parts maintain the critical interface parameters: 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, 14 positions, 2-row configuration, male pin contacts, surface mount solder termination, and push-pull fastening. The parts are mechanically and electrically compatible for board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the difference between TSM-107-01-S-DV and TSM-107-02-S-DV?

A: The primary difference is contact length. TSM-107-01-S-DV has a mating contact length of 0.230" (5.84mm), while TSM-107-02-S-DV has 0.320" (8.13mm). Both maintain the same pitch, position count, and electrical characteristics. Selection depends on PCB thickness and mating connector depth requirements.

Q: What does the "cuttable" feature mean in the Samtec TSM-107 series?

A: The cuttable feature indicates that the header can be cut to shorter lengths if fewer than 14 positions are required for a specific application. This provides design flexibility without requiring custom part numbers.

Q: What is the difference between Tube and Tape & Reel (TR) packaging?

A: Tube packaging contains loose components suitable for manual assembly and small-volume production runs. Tape & Reel packaging is formatted for automated pick-and-place equipment and high-volume manufacturing. Select based on your assembly process capabilities.

Q: Are there differences in contact finish between the substitute parts?

A: Yes. Contact finish variations include:

Gold mating finish with tin post finish (standard options: TSM-107-02-L-DV, TSM-107-02-S-DV)
Gold mating finish with gold post finish (TSM-107-02-G-DV, TSM-107-02-G-DV-A)
Varying gold finish thicknesses (3.00µin, 10.0µin, or 30.0µin) depending on part number

Select based on application requirements for contact durability and electrical performance.

Q: What does the "Board Guide" feature indicate?

A: Parts designated with "A" suffix (TSM-107-02-G-DV-A, TSM-107-02-L-DV-A) include a board guide feature that aids in alignment during assembly. This is beneficial for applications requiring precise connector positioning.

Q: What does the "Pick and Place" feature indicate?

A: Parts designated with "P" suffix (TSM-107-02-L-DV-006-P-TR, TSM-107-02-L-DV-P-TR) are optimized for automated pick-and-place assembly equipment. These parts are supplied in Tape & Reel format with specific tape specifications for machine compatibility.

Q: Why do all substitute parts have a higher operating temperature range than the original?

A: Samtec TSM-107 series parts operate from -55°C to 125°C, compared to the original -25°C to 105°C. This extended range reflects modern connector design standards and provides additional thermal margin for industrial and automotive applications.

Q: What is the significance of ROHS3 compliance on the substitute parts?

A: ROHS3 compliance ensures the parts meet current environmental and hazardous substance restrictions in the European Union and other regulated markets. The original 3M part does not specify RoHS status, making the Samtec alternatives more suitable for modern supply chain requirements.

Q: How do I select between different Samtec TSM-107 substitute options?

A: Selection criteria are: