ACT96WD97PN Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ACT96WD97PN is a 12-position circular connector plug with male pins, manufactured by TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors. This connector is qualified to MIL-DTL-38999 Series III specifications and features crimp termination, gold-plated mating contacts, and shielded construction for aerospace and military applications. The part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of equivalent substitute components that maintain functional and electrical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	12
Shell Size - Insert	15-97
Shell Size, MIL	D
Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Threaded
Orientation	N (Normal)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	50.0µin (1.27µm)
Shielding	Shielded
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 175°C
Shell Finish	Olive Drab Cadmium
Ingress Protection	Environment Resistant
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Material	Copper Alloy
Qualification	MIL-DTL-38999 Series III

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the ACT96WD97PN are identified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Connector type: Plug with male pins
Number of positions: 12
Shell size designation: 15-97 (MIL size D)
Termination method: Crimp
Fastening mechanism: Threaded
Contact finish: Gold plating at 50.0µin (1.27µm) thickness
Shielding: Shielded construction
Operating temperature range: -65°C ~ 175°C
Qualification standard: MIL-DTL-38999 Series III
Mounting configuration: Free Hanging (In-Line)
Orientation: N (Normal)

The substitute parts D38999/26FD97PN and D38999/26WD97PN meet these criteria and are qualified alternatives from different manufacturers. Both maintain mechanical and electrical compatibility with the original ACT96WD97PN specification.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ACT96WD97PN (TE Connectivity)	D38999/26FD97PN (Glenair)	D38999/26WD97PN (Amphenol)
Connector Type	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins	Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	12	12	12
Shell Size - Insert	15-97	15-97	15-97
Shell Size, MIL	D	D	D
Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Threaded	Threaded	Threaded
Orientation	N (Normal)	N (Normal)	N (Normal)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	50.0µin (1.27µm)	Not specified	50.0µin (1.27µm)
Shielding	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 175°C	Not specified	-65°C ~ 175°C
Shell Finish	Olive Drab Cadmium	Not specified	Olive Drab Cadmium
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Not specified	Copper Alloy
Qualification	MIL-DTL-38999 Series III	Not specified	MIL-DTL-38999 Series III
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Not specified	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Product Status	Discontinued	Active	Active
Inventory Availability	1150 Pcs	737 Pcs	906 Pcs
RoHS Status	Non-compliant	Not specified	Non-compliant
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.69.4020	8536.69.4020	8536.69.4020

Engineering Selection Recommendations

D38999/26WD97PN (Amphenol Aerospace Operations) is the primary substitute for ACT96WD97PN. This part maintains active product status and provides complete parameter alignment including operating temperature range, contact finish thickness, shell finish, and MIL-DTL-38999 Series III qualification. The Amphenol part is manufactured from aluminum with olive drab cadmium finish and includes coupling nut features. Current inventory of 906 units is available.

D38999/26FD97PN (Glenair) is an alternative substitute with active product status. This part meets the core mechanical and electrical requirements for 12-position, MIL-DTL-38999 Series III circular connector plugs with crimp termination. However, specific technical parameters including operating temperature range, contact finish thickness, and shell material are not provided in available documentation. Inventory of 737 units is available.

Both substitute parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4020) classifications with the original ACT96WD97PN. Both are RoHS non-compliant, consistent with military-grade connector specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can D38999/26WD97PN directly replace ACT96WD97PN in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. Both parts are 12-position circular connector plugs with male pins, MIL-DTL-38999 Series III qualification, crimp termination, threaded fastening, and identical shell size designation (15-97, MIL size D). Operating temperature ranges, contact materials, and gold plating specifications are equivalent.

Q: What is the difference between D38999/26FD97PN and D38999/26WD97PN?

A: Both parts meet the core substitution criteria for ACT96WD97PN. D38999/26WD97PN (Amphenol) provides complete documented parameter alignment including operating temperature (-65°C ~ 175°C) and contact finish thickness (50.0µin). D38999/26FD97PN (Glenair) meets mechanical and electrical requirements but has limited technical documentation for secondary parameters.

Q: Are there current inventory constraints for substitute parts?

A: D38999/26WD97PN has 906 units in stock. D38999/26FD97PN has 737 units in stock. Both are actively manufactured and available for procurement.

Q: Do the substitute parts maintain the same environmental protection rating?

A: Yes. All three parts (ACT96WD97PN, D38999/26FD97PN, and D38999/26WD97PN) are specified as environment resistant with shielded construction.

Q: Are there compliance differences between the original and substitute parts?

A: All parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4020) classifications. All are RoHS non-compliant, which is standard for military-grade connectors. D38999/26WD97PN is REACH Affected; REACH status for D38999/26FD97PN is not specified.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for substitute parts?

A: All parts, including substitutes, have MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity constraints for storage or handling.

Q: Can these connectors be used in aerospace and military applications?

A: Yes. All three parts are qualified for aerospace and military applications. D38999/26WD97PN additionally supports aviation and marine applications.

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