DAMS15P300 D-Sub Plug 15 Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DAMS15P300 is a 15-position D-Sub plug connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (FCI) in the DM HE501 series. This through-hole solder-terminated connector features male pins with a 2-row, shell size 2 (DA, A) configuration. The connector is rated for 7.5A per contact at 300V and operates across -55°C to 125°C. Product status is active with 667 units in current inventory.

Equivalent and substitute parts are necessary when the original DAMS15P300 becomes unavailable, when alternative compliance requirements must be met, or when specific flange features or packaging formats are required for particular applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	DAMS15P300 Specification
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	Solder
Current Rating	7.5A per Contact
Voltage Rating	300V
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 125°C
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Yellow Cadmium Plated
Contact Finish	Gold
Contact Material	Brass
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the DAMS15P300 is determined by strict adherence to the following core parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

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: Solder
Contact type: Signal
Contact material: Brass
Dielectric material: Thermoplastic
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0
Moisture sensitivity level: 1 (Unlimited)

Parameters Allowing Variation:

Current rating: Substitute parts rated at 6A are acceptable where the application does not require the full 7.5A capacity
Voltage rating: Substitute parts rated at 125V are acceptable where the application does not require the full 300V capacity
Operating temperature: Substitute parts with -55°C to 105°C range are acceptable where the application does not require operation above 105°C
Shell material finish: Steel with tin plating or nickel plating are acceptable alternatives to yellow cadmium plating
Flange feature: Board side, mating side, or unthreaded housing configurations are acceptable based on application requirements
Packaging format: Tube, tray, or bulk packaging are functionally equivalent

The substitute parts listed below maintain all mandatory parameters while varying in current rating, voltage rating, operating temperature range, shell finish, flange configuration, and packaging format.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	DAMS15P300	1-5747872-6	1-747872-6	172-015-112R001	172-E15-113R911	5747872-4	5747872-8	5748026-1	747872-4	747872-8	748026-1
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	NorComp Inc.	NorComp Inc.	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP
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	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins	D-Sub Plug, Male Pins
Number of Positions	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Number of Rows	2	2	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)	2 (DA, A)	2 (DA, A)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Panel Mount, Through Hole	Panel Mount, Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Current Rating (Amps)	7.5A	6A	6A	5A	5A	6A	6A	6A	6A	6A	6A
Voltage Rating	300V	125V	125V	—	—	125V	125V	125V	125V	125V	125V
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-50°C to 100°C	-50°C to 100°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C	-55°C to 105°C
Shell Material, Finish	Steel, Yellow Cadmium Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Nickel Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated	Steel, Tin Plated
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass	Brass
Dielectric Material	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	PBT, Polyester	PA6T, Nylon 6T	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Polyester	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic
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	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	Not applicable	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	Not applicable	Not applicable	RoHS non-compliant
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Packaging	Tray	Tube	Tube	Tray	Tray	Tube	Tube	Tube	Bulk	Bulk	Tube
Inventory (Pcs)	667	919	1036	842	3318	1325	2809	64520	1279	1589	911

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For RoHS Compliance Requirements: Select from 1-5747872-6, 172-015-112R001, 172-E15-113R911, 5747872-4, or 5748026-1. These parts carry ROHS3 or RoHS Compliant designations. The DAMS15P300 is RoHS non-compliant and unsuitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance.

For Active Product Status: All substitute parts except 172-015-112R001 maintain active product status. The NorComp 172-015-112R001 is obsolete and should be avoided for new designs or long-term supply chain stability.

For REACH Compliance: Parts with REACH Unaffected or REACH Compliant status are preferred. The DAMS15P300 carries REACH Unaffected status. Substitute parts 1-747872-6, 172-015-112R001, 172-E15-113R911, 5747872-4, and 747872-4 also carry REACH Unaffected status. Parts 5747872-8, 5748026-1, and 747872-8 carry REACH Affected status.

For Current and Voltage Derating: Applications requiring the full 7.5A per contact at 300V cannot use substitute parts rated at 6A and 125V. Substitute parts are suitable only for applications with current requirements of 6A or less and voltage requirements of 125V or less.

For Temperature Range: Applications requiring operation above 105°C cannot use substitute parts with -55°C to 105°C operating range. Applications requiring operation above 100°C cannot use NorComp parts with -50°C to 100°C range.

For Flange Configuration:

TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 series parts (1-5747872-6, 1-747872-6, 5747872-4, 5747872-8, 5748026-1, 747872-4, 747872-8, 748026-1) offer mating side female screwlock, unthreaded housing, or board side configurations.
NorComp 172 series parts (172-015-112R001, 172-E15-113R911) feature panel mount capability with board side or housing/shell flange options.

For Packaging Format: Tube packaging (1-5747872-6, 1-747872-6, 5747872-4, 5747872-8, 5748026-1, 748026-1) is standard for component distribution. Bulk packaging (747872-4, 747872-8) is available for high-volume applications. Tray packaging (172-015-112R001, 172-E15-113R911) matches the original DAMS15P300 format.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a substitute part rated at 6A instead of the original 7.5A rating?

A: Substitution is acceptable only if your application current requirement does not exceed 6A. The 6A rating is a lower specification than the original 7.5A. Verify your circuit current draw before substitution.

Q: What is the difference between the TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 variants?

A: The TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 series parts differ in flange configuration and packaging. Parts 5747872-4 and 747872-4 feature unthreaded housing. Parts 5747872-8 and 747872-8 feature 4-40 threaded housing. Parts 1-5747872-6, 1-747872-6, 5748026-1, and 748026-1 feature mating side female screwlock (4-40). Packaging varies between tube and bulk formats.

Q: Why is the NorComp 172-015-112R001 listed as obsolete?

A: The 172-015-112R001 carries obsolete product status, indicating it is no longer in active production. While inventory is available, long-term supply cannot be guaranteed. For new designs, select from active status parts such as 172-E15-113R911 or TE Connectivity alternatives.

Q: Can I substitute a 125V-rated part in a 300V application?

A: No. Substitution with a 125V-rated part is not acceptable for applications requiring 300V operation. The voltage rating is a maximum specification. Exceeding this rating creates electrical safety and reliability risks.

Q: What is the difference between tin-plated and nickel-plated shell finishes?

A: Both tin and nickel plating provide corrosion resistance on steel shells. Tin plating is standard on most TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 parts. Nickel plating is used on the NorComp 172-E15-113R911. Both finishes are functionally equivalent for signal-level D-Sub connectors. Selection depends on environmental exposure and specific application requirements.

Q: Are panel mount NorComp parts compatible with through-hole PCB designs?

A: NorComp 172 series parts support both panel mount and through-hole mounting. The panel mount feature does not prevent through-hole PCB installation. However, verify that your PCB layout accommodates the panel mount flange geometry.

Q: What does REACH Affected status mean?

A: REACH Affected status indicates the part contains substances of very high concern (SVHC) listed under EU REACH regulations. Parts with this status (5747872-8, 5748026-1, 747872-8) are subject to REACH compliance requirements. For applications in REACH-regulated markets, select parts with REACH Unaffected or REACH Compliant status.

Q: Can I use substitute parts with different dielectric materials?

A: Yes. Substitute parts use thermoplastic, polyester, PBT, or nylon 6T dielectric materials. All materials maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Material selection does not affect electrical performance for signal-level applications. Verify material compatibility with your specific environmental conditions.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: The TE Connectivity 5748026-1 has the highest inventory with 64,520 units in stock, followed by 172-E15-113R911 with 3,318 units. High inventory availability supports rapid procurement and supply chain continuity.

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