DTM04-12PD Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DTM04-12PD is a 12-position rectangular connector receptacle housing manufactured by TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors. This component is classified as a free-hanging, in-line receptacle with crimp termination and latch holder fastening. The part is currently active in production and features IP68 and IP6K9K environmental protection ratings, making it suitable for harsh industrial applications.

Substitute parts are necessary when the original brown color specification cannot be fulfilled due to inventory constraints, when alternative insulation materials are required for specific application requirements, or when design flexibility permits color variation without functional impact.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	DTM04-12PD
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity Deutsch Connectors
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	12
Number of Rows	2
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Holder
Features	IP68, IP6K9K
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C to 125°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
ECCN	EAR99
HTSUS Code	8536.69.8000
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the DTM04-12PD is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Equivalence Parameters:

Connector Type: Receptacle
Contact Type: Male Pin
Number of Positions: 12
Number of Rows: 2
Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination: Crimp
Fastening Type: Latch Holder
Features: IP68, IP6K9K
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to 125°C
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
ECCN: EAR99
HTSUS Code: 8536.69.8000

Variable Parameters (Non-Critical for Substitution):

Color (Brown, Gray, Black, Green)
Insulation Material (Plastic or Polyamide/Nylon Glass Filled)
Series designation (DTM or DT)
Packaging format (Bulk)
Product Status (Active or Discontinued at DiGi Electronics)

All substitute parts listed maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Variations in color and insulation material do not affect functional compatibility when the connector interface, contact configuration, and environmental ratings remain constant.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	DTM04-12PD	DTM04-12PA	DTM04-12PB	DTM04-12PC	DT04-12PA	DT04-12PA-B016	DT04-12PA-E004	DT04-12PB-B016	DT04-12PC	DT04-12PC-B016	DT04-12PD-B016
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12	12
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder
Features	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K	IP68, IP6K9K
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C	-55°C to 125°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS Code	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000	8536.69.8000
Color	Brown	Gray	Black	Green	Gray	Gray	Black	Black	Green	Green	Brown
Product Status	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Selection (Functionally Identical):

DTM04-12PC is the recommended substitute when color flexibility is permitted. This part maintains active production status, offers the highest inventory availability (200,708 units), and provides identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the DTM04-12PD. Both parts are manufactured in the DTM series with plastic insulation material and ROHS3 compliance.

Secondary Selection (Series Variant):

DT04-12PD-B016 provides functional equivalence with active product status and bulk packaging. This part operates within the DT series designation rather than DTM, maintaining all critical connector specifications including 12-position configuration, crimp termination, and IP68/IP6K9K environmental ratings. The brown color matches the original DTM04-12PD specification.

Alternative Selections by Color Requirement:

Gray requirement: DT04-12PA-B016 (Active, 5,198 units available) or DTM04-12PA (Discontinued at DiGi Electronics, 2,100 units available)
Black requirement: DTM04-12PB (Active, 1,887 units available) or DT04-12PB-B016 (Active, 899 units available)
Green requirement: DTM04-12PC (Active, 200,708 units available) or DT04-12PC (Active, 4,073 units available)

Compliance Considerations:

All substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 export classification. Parts designated with active product status are preferred for new designs and long-term supply chain stability. Discontinued parts (DTM04-12PA and DT04-12PA) should be used only when existing inventory reserves are available and supply continuity is not a design constraint.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can DTM04-12PD be substituted with any DT04 series part?

A: Yes, all DT04 series 12-position receptacles listed are functionally equivalent to DTM04-12PD. The DT and DTM series designations indicate manufacturing variants within the same product family. All maintain identical connector interface specifications, contact configurations, and environmental ratings.

Q: Does insulation material variation affect connector compatibility?

A: No. The DTM04-12PD uses plastic insulation, while some substitute parts use polyamide (PA) nylon glass-filled material. Both materials meet the same environmental protection standards (IP68, IP6K9K) and operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C). Material selection does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are color variations functionally equivalent?

A: Yes. Color coding in this connector family serves identification purposes only and does not affect electrical performance or mechanical interface. Brown (DTM04-12PD), gray (DTM04-12PA), black (DTM04-12PB), and green (DTM04-12PC) variants are fully interchangeable from a functional standpoint.

Q: What is the difference between bulk and standard packaging?

A: Packaging designation indicates the quantity and format of shipment. Bulk packaging (B016 designation) typically indicates larger quantity orders. This does not affect the connector component itself. Both packaged and unpackaged variants are electrically and mechanically identical.

Q: Should discontinued parts be used in new designs?

A: Parts with "Discontinued at DiGi Electronics" status (DTM04-12PA and DT04-12PA) should not be specified for new production designs. These parts have limited inventory availability and no guaranteed long-term supply. Active status parts are recommended for all new applications.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification, matching the DTM04-12PD specification. This ensures compliance with European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances regulations.

Q: Can DTM04-12PD contacts be used with DT04 series housings?

A: The provided data specifies that contacts are not included with any of these housing components. Contact compatibility must be verified through the specific contact part numbers and their respective specifications.

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