3M 961228-6300-AR-TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3M 961228-6300-AR-TP is a rectangular connector header for surface mount applications, featuring 28 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch in a 2-row configuration. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. The part operates across a temperature range of -25°C to 105°C with gold-plated mating contacts and tin-plated posts, suitable for board-to-board interconnection applications requiring push-pull fastening.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	28
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
Contact Finish - Post	Tin
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature	-25°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Current Rating	2A
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Equivalent substitutes for the 3M 961228-6300-AR-TP are identified from the Samtec TSM-114 series based on the following critical parameters:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions: 28
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
Shrouding: Unshrouded
Style: Board to Board or Cable
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0

Substitution Variations: Samtec TSM-114 series parts differ in contact finish specifications, insulation material (Liquid Crystal Polymer vs. Thermoplastic), contact length, and packaging formats. All listed substitutes maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with the original 3M part while offering enhanced operating temperature ranges (-55°C to 125°C) and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3M 961228-6300-AR-TP	TSM-114-01-F-DV-P	TSM-114-01-G-DV	TSM-114-01-G-DV-A	TSM-114-01-L-DV	TSM-114-01-L-DV-P
Manufacturer	3M	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)
Number of Positions	28	28	28	28	28	28
Number of Rows	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)
Contact Type	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
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	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
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All Samtec TSM-114 series substitutes listed maintain full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the 3M 961228-6300-AR-TP. Selection among available substitutes should be based on the following criteria:

Product Status: All substitute parts carry Active product status, ensuring long-term availability and manufacturing support, contrasting with the obsolete status of the original 3M part.

Regulatory Compliance: All Samtec substitutes are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements. The original 3M part does not specify RoHS compliance status.

Contact Finish Configuration:

TSM-114-01-L-DV, TSM-114-01-L-DV-P, and TSM-114-01-L-DV-P-TR feature tin-plated posts, matching the original part's post finish.
TSM-114-01-G-DV and TSM-114-01-G-DV-A feature gold-plated posts for enhanced corrosion resistance.
TSM-114-01-F-DV-P offers tin-plated posts with bulk packaging.

Packaging Formats:

Tube packaging: TSM-114-01-G-DV, TSM-114-01-G-DV-A, TSM-114-01-L-DV, TSM-114-01-L-DV-P
Tape & Reel (TR): TSM-114-01-L-DV-P-TR, TSM-114-01-L-DV-TR, TSM-114-01-L-DV-A-P-TR
Bulk packaging: TSM-114-01-F-DV-P

Operating Temperature Enhancement: Samtec substitutes operate across -55°C to 125°C, providing extended temperature range capability beyond the original part's -25°C to 105°C specification.

Insulation Material: Samtec parts utilize Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) insulation, offering superior thermal and mechanical properties compared to the original thermoplastic insulation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are all TSM-114 series parts electrically interchangeable with the 3M 961228-6300-AR-TP?

A: Yes. All listed Samtec TSM-114 substitutes maintain identical pitch (0.100"), position count (28), row configuration (2 rows), contact type (male pin), and mounting specifications (surface mount, solder termination, push-pull fastening). Electrical performance is equivalent across all substitutes.

Q: What is the primary difference between TSM-114-01-L-DV and TSM-114-01-G-DV?

A: The primary difference is contact finish on the post: TSM-114-01-L-DV features tin-plated posts (matching the original 3M part), while TSM-114-01-G-DV features gold-plated posts. Both maintain gold-plated mating contacts and identical electrical specifications.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical or mechanical compatibility?

A: No. Packaging format (Tube, Tape & Reel, or Bulk) affects only handling, storage, and assembly automation compatibility. Electrical and mechanical specifications remain identical regardless of packaging selection.

Q: Why do Samtec substitutes operate at higher temperature ranges than the original 3M part?

A: The extended operating range (-55°C to 125°C vs. -25°C to 105°C) reflects the superior thermal characteristics of Liquid Crystal Polymer insulation material used in Samtec parts, compared to the thermoplastic insulation in the original 3M component.

Q: What does the "-P" designation in part numbers like TSM-114-01-L-DV-P indicate?

A: The "-P" suffix indicates Pick and Place compatibility, a feature supporting automated assembly processes. Parts without this designation are also compatible with manual or automated assembly but lack specific pick-and-place optimization.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the original 3M part and Samtec substitutes?

A: Yes. All Samtec TSM-114 substitutes are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental regulations. The original 3M part does not specify RoHS compliance. Both maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level.

Q: What does "Number of Positions Loaded: 27" mean in parts like TSM-114-01-L-DV-003-TR?

A: This indicates that 27 of the 28 available positions contain contacts, with one position left empty. This configuration is used for specific applications requiring a keying or alignment feature. Standard substitutes (TSM-114-01-L-DV, TSM-114-01-L-DV-P, etc.) have all 28 positions loaded.

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