DF3-6S-2C(16) Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DF3-6S-2C(16) is a rectangular connector housing manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, designed for 6-position applications with a 2.00mm pitch. This part is classified as Obsolete and is no longer in active production. Due to its obsolete status, sourcing original units becomes increasingly difficult. The primary substitute is the DF3-6S-2C, which maintains functional compatibility while offering active product status and significantly higher inventory availability.

Substiute Parts

DF3-6S-2C(16)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 822DF3-6S-2C(16) Datasheet

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DF3-6S-2C

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 6774DF3-6S-2C Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the DF3-6S-2C(16) is based on the following critical parameters:

• Base Product Number: Both parts share DF3-6, indicating they belong to the same connector family
• Connector Type: Receptacle housing configuration
• Number of Positions: 6-position layout
• Pitch: 0.079" (2.00mm) contact spacing
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Contact Termination: Crimp connection method
• Insulation Material: Polyamide (PA), Nylon construction

The DF3-6S-2C serves as the direct substitute because it maintains all functional and mechanical parameters while offering active product status and superior inventory availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The DF3-6S-2C is the appropriate selection for new designs and component replacement applications. This part maintains identical mechanical and electrical specifications to the DF3-6S-2C(16) while offering the following advantages:

• Active Product Status: Ensures long-term availability and supply chain stability
• RoHS3 Compliance: Meets current environmental and regulatory requirements
• Higher Inventory Levels: 6737 units available compared to 719 units of the obsolete variant
• Defined Operating Parameters: Complete technical specifications including operating temperature range and MSL rating

For applications currently using DF3-6S-2C(16), direct substitution with DF3-6S-2C is electrically and mechanically compatible without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can DF3-6S-2C directly replace DF3-6S-2C(16)?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical connector type, position count, pitch, mounting configuration, and termination method. The DF3-6S-2C is the active production equivalent.

Q: What is the difference between DF3-6S-2C(16) and DF3-6S-2C?

A: The primary difference is product status. DF3-6S-2C(16) is obsolete, while DF3-6S-2C is active production. The DF3-6S-2C includes documented specifications for operating temperature (-55°C ~ 105°C), RoHS3 compliance, and MSL rating (1 - Unlimited).

Q: Are there packaging differences?

A: DF3-6S-2C is supplied in Bulk packaging. Packaging specifications for DF3-6S-2C(16) were not provided in the original documentation.

Q: Does the DF3-6S-2C require contacts?

A: Contacts are not included with the housing. Contacts must be sourced separately and crimped into the receptacle positions.

Q: Is the DF3-6S-2C RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, the DF3-6S-2C is ROHS3 Compliant. RoHS status for DF3-6S-2C(16) was not specified.