H4CMN6DC Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The H4CMN6DC is a male coupler connector designed for photovoltaic (solar panel) applications, manufactured by Amphenol Industrial Operations as part of the Helios H4 series. This connector accommodates 10 AWG conductors and features a minus keying configuration. The H4CMN6DC is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued availability for new installations and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

H4CMN6DC

Amphenol Industrial OperationsIn Stock: 994H4CMN6DC Datasheet

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H4CMM6DM

Amphenol Industrial OperationsIn Stock: 1016H4CMM6DM Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the H4CMN6DC is based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Manufacturer: Amphenol Industrial Operations
• Series: Helios H4
• Connector Type: Male Coupler
• Keying Configuration: Minus
• Wire Gauge: 10 AWG
• RoHS Compliance: RoHS Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

The H4CMM6DM satisfies all mandatory parameters and is classified as an active product, making it a direct functional equivalent for the obsolete H4CMN6DC. Both connectors are designed for identical electrical and mechanical applications within photovoltaic systems.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The H4CMM6DM is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete H4CMN6DC based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The H4CMM6DM maintains active product status with Amphenol Industrial Operations, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain continuity. The H4CMN6DC is obsolete and no longer manufactured.

Compliance Equivalence: Both connectors maintain identical RoHS compliance status and Moisture Sensitivity Level ratings, confirming regulatory and environmental compatibility.

Electrical and Mechanical Compatibility: The H4CMM6DM provides identical electrical performance and mechanical interface specifications, including connector type, keying configuration, and wire gauge capacity.

Classification Consistency: Both components share identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications, confirming trade and export compliance alignment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the H4CMM6DM be used as a direct replacement for the H4CMN6DC in existing photovoltaic systems?

A: Yes. The H4CMM6DM is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the H4CMN6DC. Both connectors are male couplers with minus keying, 10 AWG wire gauge capacity, and identical RoHS compliance. The H4CMM6DM is the active equivalent for the obsolete H4CMN6DC.

Q: What is the primary difference between the H4CMN6DC and H4CMM6DM?

A: The primary difference is product status. The H4CMN6DC is obsolete, while the H4CMM6DM is active. The packaging differs (H4CMN6DC is unspecified; H4CMM6DM is supplied in bags), but all electrical and mechanical specifications are identical.

Q: Are there any compatibility concerns when substituting the H4CMM6DM for the H4CMN6DC?

A: No compatibility concerns exist. Both connectors are part of the Helios H4 series and share identical keying, wire gauge, and RoHS compliance specifications. They are designed for the same photovoltaic connector applications.

Q: Does the H4CMM6DM meet the same regulatory requirements as the H4CMN6DC?

A: Yes. Both connectors are RoHS compliant, share identical Moisture Sensitivity Level ratings (1 - Unlimited), and carry the same ECCN and HTSUS classifications.

Q: Why is the H4CMN6DC classified as obsolete?

A: The H4CMN6DC has been discontinued by Amphenol Industrial Operations. The H4CMM6DM serves as the active replacement within the Helios H4 product line.