3M 961216-6300-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961216-6300-AR-TP is a rectangular connector header designed for surface mount applications with 16 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. The part features male pins, unshrouded design, and board-to-board connectivity with solder termination and push-pull fastening.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	961216-6300-AR-TP
Manufacturer	3M
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	16
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	2A
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

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

Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) — exact match required
Number of Positions: 16 — exact match required
Number of Rows: 2 — exact match required
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) — exact match required
Connector Type: Header — exact match required
Contact Type: Male Pin — exact match required
Mounting Type: Surface Mount — exact match required
Termination: Solder — exact match required
Fastening Type: Push-Pull — exact match required
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 — exact match required

All substitute parts listed below meet these mandatory criteria. Variations in contact material, insulation material, contact finish thickness, operating temperature range, and additional features (such as board guides or pick-and-place compatibility) are permitted within the scope of substitution, as these do not affect the core mating interface or fundamental electrical performance for standard board-to-board applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961216-6300-AR-TP	TE 5-146130-7	Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV	Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV-004	Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV-A	Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV-LC-P	Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV-LC-P-TR	Samtec TSM-108-01-G-DV	Samtec TSM-108-01-G-DV-A	Samtec TSM-108-01-G-DV-LC	Samtec TSM-108-01-G-DV-P-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	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16
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, 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)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	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)	0.090" (2.29mm)	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	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)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C	-65°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
Current Rating	2A	3A	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	—	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	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 products with current manufacturing support, providing long-term availability and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete 3M 961216-6300-AR-TP.

TE Connectivity 5-146130-7 offers the widest operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 125°C) and highest current rating (3A), making it suitable for applications requiring extended thermal performance. This part is ROHS3 compliant and available in tube packaging.

Samtec TSM series parts (TSM-108-01-F-DV, TSM-108-01-G-DV variants) provide active product status with ROHS3 compliance and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C). The TSM series includes cuttable header options and variants with board guides or board lock features. Samtec parts with "G" designation feature gold post finish, while "F" variants feature tin post finish. Parts designated with "LC" include board lock functionality; those with "P" include pick-and-place features; those with "TR" are supplied in tape and reel packaging.

For applications requiring standard board-to-board connectivity without additional features, TSM-108-01-F-DV or TSM-108-01-G-DV provide baseline functionality. For automated assembly processes, TSM-108-01-F-DV-LC-P-TR or TSM-108-01-G-DV-P-TR are recommended due to pick-and-place compatibility and tape and reel packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 5-146130-7 directly replace the 3M 961216-6300-AR-TP?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical pitch (0.100"), position count (16), row configuration (2 rows), connector type (header), contact type (male pin), mounting type (surface mount), termination (solder), and fastening type (push-pull). The TE part offers superior operating temperature range and higher current rating. Minor dimensional variations in contact length and insulation height are within acceptable tolerance for standard board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the difference between Samtec TSM-108-01-F-DV and TSM-108-01-G-DV?

A: Both parts are functionally equivalent for mating interface. The primary difference is contact finish: F-series uses tin post finish (39.4µin / 1.00µm thickness), while G-series uses gold post finish (3.00µin / 0.076µm thickness). Selection depends on soldering process requirements and post-solder corrosion resistance specifications.

Q: Are Samtec cuttable headers compatible with the original 3M design?

A: Yes. Samtec cuttable headers maintain the same mating pitch, position count, and electrical interface. The cuttable feature allows field customization of position count without affecting the core 16-position connector interface when used as a complete assembly.

Q: What does the "LC" designation in Samtec part numbers indicate?

A: The "LC" designation indicates board lock functionality, which provides mechanical retention of the mated connector pair. This feature is optional and does not affect electrical compatibility or mating interface dimensions.

Q: What does the "P" designation in Samtec part numbers indicate?

A: The "P" designation indicates pick-and-place compatibility, optimizing the part for automated assembly processes. This feature does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: What does the "TR" designation in Samtec part numbers indicate?

A: The "TR" designation indicates tape and reel packaging, suitable for high-volume automated assembly. Functionally equivalent to tube-packaged variants.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: All Samtec and TE Connectivity substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant. The original 3M part does not specify RoHS status.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for these connectors?

A: All parts, including the original 3M connector and all substitutes, have Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1, indicating unlimited shelf life without special moisture control requirements.

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