D6206-46 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The D6206-46 is a 6-position DIP/DIL header connector with slotted tin contacts manufactured by Harwin Inc. This component is classified as obsolete, making it necessary to identify functionally equivalent alternatives for new designs and ongoing production requirements. The part features through-hole solder termination and is suitable for applications requiring standard 0.100" pitch rectangular connectors.

Substiute Parts

D6206-46

Harwin Inc.In Stock: 1003D6206-46 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

160-10-306-00-001000

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp.In Stock: 1077160-10-306-00-001000 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the D6206-46 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Connector type (DIP/DIL header configuration)
• Position count (6 positions)
• Pitch specification (0.100" / 2.54mm)
• Row configuration (2 rows with 0.300" spacing)
• Contact type (slotted design)
• Mounting method (through-hole)
• Termination approach (solder)

The primary substitute, Mill-Max 160-10-306-00-001000, maintains all these core parameters while offering an active product status and improved contact finish specifications. The substitution is valid based on mechanical and electrical compatibility within the defined parameter set.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Mill-Max 160-10-306-00-001000 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete D6206-46. Both components maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications across all critical parameters. The substitute offers the advantage of active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain reliability.

Both parts satisfy ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, meeting current regulatory requirements. The contact finish difference (tin versus gold) does not affect substitution eligibility within the defined parameter constraints, though gold plating provides enhanced corrosion resistance in certain environmental conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Mill-Max 160-10-306-00-001000 be used as a direct replacement for the D6206-46?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical mechanical dimensions, pitch, row configuration, and electrical termination specifications. The components are mechanically and electrically interchangeable within the defined parameter set.

Q: What is the difference between the tin and gold contact finishes?

A: The D6206-46 features tin plating at 137.8µin thickness, while the 160-10-306-00-001000 uses gold plating at 10.0µin thickness. Both finishes are suitable for solder termination applications. Gold provides superior corrosion resistance in high-humidity or corrosive environments.

Q: Why is the D6206-46 listed as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer manufactured by Harwin Inc. The Mill-Max equivalent remains in active production, providing a viable path for component sourcing and design continuity.

Q: Are there any packaging differences between these parts?

A: The D6206-46 packaging is unspecified in the available data. The 160-10-306-00-001000 is supplied in tube packaging, which is standard for DIP header connectors.

Q: Do both parts meet current compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both the D6206-46 and 160-10-306-00-001000 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic components.