ACT96WD5SN Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ACT96WD5SN is a 5-position circular connector plug with female sockets manufactured by TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors. This connector is designed for aerospace and military applications, featuring gold-plated crimp termination, shielded construction, and composite shell material with olive drab cadmium finish. The part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with existing system designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	ACT96WD5SN
Connector Type	Plug, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	5
Shell Size - Insert	15-5
Shell Size, MIL	D
Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Threaded
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Shielding	Shielded
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	50.0µin (1.27µm)
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 175°C
Current Rating	13A
Ingress Protection	Environment Resistant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ACT96WD5SN is determined by strict adherence to the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Connector type: Plug with female sockets
Number of positions: 5
Shell size insert designation: 15-5
Shell size MIL designation: D
Termination method: Crimp
Fastening type: Threaded
Mounting configuration: Free Hanging (In-Line)
Shielding: Shielded
Contact finish: Gold plated
Contact finish thickness: 50.0µin (1.27µm)
Ingress protection: Environment resistant
Moisture sensitivity level: 1 (Unlimited)

All identified substitute parts meet these core parameters. Variations in shell finish material, color, operating temperature upper limit, and regulatory compliance status do not affect functional interchangeability within the specified parameter set. The substitute parts are sourced from manufacturers qualified to MIL-DTL-38999 Series III specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ACT96WD5SN (TE Connectivity)	CTVS06RF-15-5S (Amphenol)	D38999/26FD5SN (Glenair)	D38999/26MD5SN (Amphenol)	D38999/26WD5SN (Souriau-Sunbank)
Connector Type	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	5	5	5	5	5
Shell Size - Insert	15-5	15-5	15-5	15-5	15-5
Shell Size, MIL	D	Not specified	Not specified	D	Not specified
Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Threaded	Threaded	Threaded	Threaded	Threaded
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Shielding	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	50.0µin (1.27µm)	50.0µin (1.27µm)	Not specified	50.0µin (1.27µm)	Not specified
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Not specified	Copper Alloy	Not specified
Ingress Protection	Environment Resistant	Environment Resistant	Environment Resistant	Environment Resistant	Environment Resistant
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 175°C	-65°C ~ 200°C	Not specified	-65°C ~ 200°C	Not specified
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable
Product Status	Discontinued	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS non-compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

CTVS06RF-15-5S (Amphenol Aerospace Operations)

This substitute is actively manufactured and ROHS3 compliant. It meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters with identical contact finish thickness and copper alloy contact material. The operating temperature range extends to 200°C, providing enhanced thermal margin. Features include self-locking coupling nut. Inventory availability is 1,109 pieces.

D38999/26MD5SN (Amphenol Aerospace Operations)

This substitute is actively manufactured and ROHS3 compliant. It meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters with identical contact finish thickness and copper alloy contact material. The operating temperature range extends to 200°C. Features include coupling nut. Inventory availability is 622 pieces. REACH status indicates affected substances requiring compliance verification.

D38999/26WD5SN (Souriau-Sunbank by Eaton)

This substitute is actively manufactured with highest inventory availability at 20,299 pieces. It maintains RoHS non-compliant status consistent with the original part. All critical electrical and mechanical parameters are met. REACH status is unaffected. MSL designation is not applicable.

D38999/26FD5SN (Glenair)

This substitute is actively manufactured with inventory availability of 939 pieces. It meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. REACH status is unaffected. Limited technical specification data is provided for this part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ACT96WD5SN be directly replaced with any of these substitute parts?

A: Yes. All identified substitute parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical parameters including connector type, position count, shell size designation, termination method, fastening type, shielding configuration, contact finish specification, and ingress protection rating. Direct substitution is supported within these parameter constraints.

Q: What is the difference between CTVS06RF-15-5S and D38999/26MD5SN?

A: Both parts are manufactured by Amphenol Aerospace Operations and meet identical core parameters. CTVS06RF-15-5S features a self-locking coupling nut, while D38999/26MD5SN features a standard coupling nut. Both are ROHS3 compliant with extended operating temperature to 200°C. Selection between these parts depends on coupling nut feature requirements.

Q: Why does D38999/26WD5SN have higher inventory than other substitutes?

A: D38999/26WD5SN is manufactured by Souriau-Sunbank by Eaton and maintains RoHS non-compliant status consistent with the original ACT96WD5SN. This alignment with legacy specifications may result in higher production volumes and inventory levels for applications requiring non-compliant components.

Q: Are there compliance differences between substitute options?

A: Yes. CTVS06RF-15-5S and D38999/26MD5SN are ROHS3 compliant, while D38999/26WD5SN maintains RoHS non-compliant status. D38999/26MD5SN has REACH-affected status requiring substance compliance verification. Selection depends on system-level regulatory requirements.

Q: Does operating temperature range affect substitution compatibility?

A: The original ACT96WD5SN operates from -65°C to 175°C. CTVS06RF-15-5S and D38999/26MD5SN extend the upper limit to 200°C, providing additional thermal margin without reducing compatibility. This represents an enhancement rather than a limitation for substitution purposes.

Q: What is the significance of contact finish thickness specification?

A: Contact finish thickness of 50.0µin (1.27µm) is specified for the original part and confirmed for CTVS06RF-15-5S and D38999/26MD5SN. This specification ensures consistent electrical contact resistance and mating durability. Substitutes meeting this specification maintain equivalent performance characteristics.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in existing connector assemblies?

A: Yes. All substitute parts share identical shell size designations (15-5 insert, D MIL size), threaded fastening, and free-hanging mounting configuration. Mating with existing receptacles and cable assemblies is supported without modification.

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