ACT94WD15BA Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ACT94WD15BA is a 15-position circular connector receptacle housing manufactured by TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors, designed for panel mount applications in MIL-DTL-38999 Series III compliant systems. This component features a composite shell with chromate over cadmium finish, shielded construction, and operates across the temperature range of -65°C to 175°C. The part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives from active product lines to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued component availability.

Substiute Parts

ACT94WD15BA

TE Connectivity Deutsch ConnectorsIn Stock: 811ACT94WD15BA Datasheet

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CTV07RW-15-15BA

Amphenol Aerospace OperationsIn Stock: 1036CTV07RW-15-15BA Datasheet

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CTV07RW-15-15JA

Amphenol Aerospace OperationsIn Stock: 1205CTV07RW-15-15JA Datasheet

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CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC

Amphenol Aerospace OperationsIn Stock: 1166CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC Datasheet

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CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC

Amphenol Aerospace OperationsIn Stock: 820CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ACT94WD15BA is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters: 15-position configuration, shell size 15-15, crimp contact type with contact sizes 16 (1) and 20 (14), panel mount bulkhead installation with threaded fastening, composite shell material, shielded construction, orientation A, and operating temperature range -65°C to 175°C. All substitute parts identified maintain these specifications while originating from Amphenol Aerospace Operations' MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Tri-Start™ TV product line. Substitutes differ in shell finish specifications (cadmium versus chromate over cadmium) and contact finish characteristics (standard versus gold plating), which represent allowable variations within the MIL-DTL-38999 standard. All substitute parts are currently active in production, addressing the discontinued status of the original component.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four substitute parts—CTV07RW-15-15BA, CTV07RW-15-15JA, CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC, and CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC—are functionally equivalent to the ACT94WD15BA within MIL-DTL-38999 Series III specifications. The primary distinction between substitutes lies in contact finish characteristics: CTV07RW-15-15JA and CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC feature gold mating contact finish (100.0µin / 2.54µm thickness), while CTV07RW-15-15BA and CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC employ standard cadmium finish. The "-LC" suffix variants indicate low-cost configurations. All substitute parts maintain identical mechanical compatibility, electrical performance envelope, and environmental specifications as the original component. Selection among substitutes should be based on existing system contact finish requirements and procurement cost considerations. All substitutes are currently active products with established supply chains, eliminating obsolescence risk associated with the discontinued ACT94WD15BA.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CTV07RW-15-15BA directly replace ACT94WD15BA in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. Both components share identical mechanical dimensions, mounting configuration, contact arrangement (15 positions with 16 and 20 contact sizes), and operating specifications. The shell finish difference (cadmium versus chromate over cadmium) does not affect mechanical or electrical compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between CTV07RW-15-15JA and CTV07RW-15-15BA?

A: The primary difference is contact finish. CTV07RW-15-15JA features gold plating on mating contacts (100.0µin thickness), while CTV07RW-15-15BA uses standard cadmium finish. Both maintain identical shell construction, position count, and mounting specifications.

Q: Are the "-LC" variants (CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC and CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC) functionally equivalent to non-LC versions?

A: Yes. The "-LC" designation indicates low-cost configuration but does not alter electrical or mechanical performance. All parameters affecting substitution equivalence remain identical between LC and standard variants.

Q: Does the shell finish difference affect electrical performance?

A: No. Shell finish variations (chromate over cadmium, cadmium, or olive drab cadmium) are cosmetic and corrosion-resistance specifications that do not impact electrical characteristics or signal integrity.

Q: Can I mix substitute parts within a single assembly?

A: Yes. All substitute parts are mechanically and electrically interchangeable. Mixed use of different finish variants within a single assembly does not create compatibility issues.

Q: What inventory considerations should guide substitute selection?

A: CTV07RW-15-15JA maintains the highest current inventory (1184 pcs), followed by CTV07RW-15-15JA-LC (1073 pcs), CTV07RW-15-15BA (964 pcs), and CTV07RW-15-15SA-LC (748 pcs). Selection based on availability ensures rapid procurement and delivery.

Q: Are all substitutes compliant with the same military specifications?

A: Yes. All substitute parts comply with MIL-DTL-38999 Series III and maintain identical RoHS non-compliance status and ECCN/HTSUS classifications as the original ACT94WD15BA.