D15P91C6PL00 D-Sub Plug 15 Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The D15P91C6PL00 is a 15 Position D-Sub Plug connector with male pins, manufactured by Amphenol ICC (FCI) in the Delta D series. This connector features press-fit termination, through-hole mounting, and is rated for 5A per contact at 300V. The part is currently obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute components that maintain functional compatibility within the D-Sub connector category.

Key Parameters

Parameter	D15P91C6PL00
Connector Type	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	15
Number of Rows	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Press-Fit
Current Rating (Amps)	5A
Voltage Rating	300V
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold or Gold, GXT™
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Dielectric Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the D15P91C6PL00 is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

Critical Parameters (Must Match):

Connector Type: D-Sub Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions: 15
Number of Rows: 2
Shell Size, Connector Layout: 2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Press-Fit
Voltage Rating: 300V
Operating Temperature: -55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0

Allowable Variations:

Current Rating: The main part is rated 5A; substitute parts rated 3A per contact are acceptable for applications not requiring the full 5A capacity
Shell Material Finish: Tin Plated or Tin-Nickel Plated are interchangeable
Contact Finish: Gold or Flash Gold are acceptable
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze or Brass are acceptable
Dielectric Material: PBT or Thermoplastic, Glass Filled are acceptable
Flange Feature: Variations in housing/shell configuration (M3, 4-40, Unthreaded, Screwlock) are acceptable based on application requirements
Contact Form: Stamped or formed contacts are acceptable
RoHS Compliance: Active parts with RoHS compliance are preferred for new designs

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	D15P91C6PL00	D15P91C6PL00LF	L17TF1510100	L17TF1510101	L17TF1510102	L17TF1510104	L17TF1510105	L17TF1510114	L17TF1510115
Connector Type	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Shell Size, Connector Layout	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit	Press-Fit
Current Rating (Amps)	5A	5A per Contact	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Voltage Rating	300V	300V	300V	300V	300V	300V	300V	300V	300V
Operating Temperature	-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
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin-Nickel Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	Flash	Flash	Flash	Flash	Flash	Flash	Flash
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass
Dielectric Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
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
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Series	Delta D	Delta D	TF	TF	TF	TF	TF	TF	TF
Flange Feature	Housing/Shell (M3)	Housing/Shell (M3)	Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)	Housing/Shell (4-40)	Mating Side, Female Screwlock (4-40)	Housing/Shell (M3)	Mating Side, Female Screwlock (M3)	Housing/Shell (M3)	Mating Side, Female Screwlock (M3)
Features	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Grounding Indents	Board Lock, Grounding Indents

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Replacement (Highest Compatibility): D15P91C6PL00LF is the direct successor to D15P91C6PL00 within the Delta D series. Both share identical connector geometry, flange configuration (M3), and electrical ratings. D15P91C6PL00LF is active and RoHS compliant, making it the preferred choice for new designs and legacy system replacements.

Series Migration (TF Series Alternatives): The L17TF15 series (L17TF1510100, L17TF1510101, L17TF1510102, L17TF1510104, L17TF1510105, L17TF1510114, L17TF1510115) from Amphenol ICC Commercial Products provides active alternatives. These parts maintain the same 15-position, 2-row D-Sub configuration and press-fit termination. Selection within this series depends on flange feature requirements:

L17TF1510100: Unthreaded housing/shell
L17TF1510101: 4-40 threaded housing/shell
L17TF1510102: 4-40 female screwlock (mating side)
L17TF1510104: M3 threaded housing/shell
L17TF1510105: M3 female screwlock (mating side)
L17TF1510114: M3 threaded housing/shell with board lock
L17TF1510115: M3 female screwlock (mating side) with board lock

All L17TF15 variants are RoHS compliant and active. Current rating is 3A per contact, which is acceptable for applications not requiring the full 5A capacity of the original part.

Compliance Consideration: For applications requiring RoHS compliance, D15P91C6PL00LF or any L17TF15 variant is mandatory. The original D15P91C6PL00 is RoHS non-compliant and unsuitable for new designs subject to RoHS regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can L17TF15 series parts directly replace D15P91C6PL00? A: Yes, with current rating consideration. All L17TF15 variants maintain the same 15-position D-Sub configuration, shell size (2 DA, A), through-hole mounting, and press-fit termination. The primary difference is current rating: L17TF15 parts are rated 3A per contact versus 5A for the original. If your application requires 5A per contact, use D15P91C6PL00LF instead.

Q: What is the difference between D15P91C6PL00 and D15P91C6PL00LF? A: D15P91C6PL00LF is the active production equivalent. Both are Delta D series with M3 flange configuration. Key differences: D15P91C6PL00LF is RoHS compliant and active; the original is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. Shell finish is Tin-Nickel Plated on the LF variant versus Tin Plated on the original. Electrical and mechanical specifications are otherwise identical.

Q: How do I select the correct L17TF15 variant? A: Selection is determined by flange feature requirements. Identify your application's mounting interface: unthreaded, 4-40 threaded, or M3 threaded. Additionally, determine if you need female screwlock capability on the mating side or board lock feature. Match these requirements to the corresponding L17TF15 part number. All variants are electrically and mechanically compatible with the original D15P91C6PL00 connector layout.

Q: Is the 3A current rating of L17TF15 parts sufficient? A: This depends on your circuit requirements. If total current per contact does not exceed 3A, L17TF15 parts are fully suitable. If your application requires 5A per contact, use D15P91C6PL00LF, which maintains the original 5A rating.

Q: Are there packaging differences between substitute parts? A: D15P91C6PL00LF and all L17TF15 variants are supplied in Tray packaging. The original D15P91C6PL00 packaging is not specified in available data. Tray packaging is standard for production quantities and is suitable for automated assembly processes.

Q: What is the difference between contact materials (Phosphor Bronze vs. Brass)? A: Both materials are acceptable for D-Sub connectors. Phosphor Bronze (original part) and Brass (L17TF15 series) provide equivalent electrical conductivity and contact reliability. Material selection does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Can I use parts with different flange features interchangeably? A: No. Flange feature determines the mechanical mounting interface. M3 flanges are not compatible with 4-40 or unthreaded configurations. Select the variant matching your PCB or mounting hardware specification.

Q: What does "Board Lock" feature mean? A: Board Lock (present on L17TF1510114 and L17TF1510115) is a mechanical feature that provides additional retention on the PCB during assembly and operation. This feature is optional and does not affect electrical compatibility. Use Board Lock variants only if your assembly process or application requires this mechanical retention.

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