SSK-136-S-T Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SSK-136-S-T is a 36-position receptacle connector manufactured by Samtec Inc., designed for board-to-board applications with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch through-hole mounting and solder termination. This connector features a push-pull fastening mechanism and tin-plated mating contacts. The product is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing system support and new design implementations where compatibility is maintained.

Substiute Parts

SSK-136-S-T

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 893SSK-136-S-T Datasheet

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CES-136-01-T-S

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 740CES-136-01-T-S Datasheet

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SLW-136-01-T-S

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 889SLW-136-01-T-S Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the SSK-136-S-T are qualified based on the following mandatory parameters:

• Connector Type: Receptacle
• Number of Positions: 36
• Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Termination: Solder
• Fastening Type: Push-Pull
• Contact Finish - Mating: Tin
• Style: Board to Board
• Number of Rows: 1

All substitute parts listed maintain these core electrical and mechanical parameters, ensuring functional compatibility with mating connectors and PCB layouts designed for the SSK-136-S-T. Variations in secondary parameters such as insulation height, contact length, and contact type do not affect the primary substitution criteria.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

CES-136-01-T-S is the primary substitute for the obsolete SSK-136-S-T. Both parts share identical core specifications with matching contact type (Female Socket), insulation height within tolerance range, and equivalent electrical performance. The CES-136-01-T-S maintains active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity. This part is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements.

SLW-136-01-T-S serves as an alternative substitute with the same core connector specifications but features a forked contact type instead of a female socket. The forked contact design provides different mating characteristics and may require evaluation for specific application requirements. This part is also active, ROHS3 compliant, and REACH unaffected.

Selection between CES-136-01-T-S and SLW-136-01-T-S depends on mating connector contact geometry and application-specific mechanical requirements. Both parts satisfy the mandatory substitution parameters for the SSK-136-S-T.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CES-136-01-T-S directly replace SSK-136-S-T in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors maintain identical pitch (0.100"), position count (36), mounting type (through hole), termination method (solder), and fastening mechanism (push-pull). The primary difference is insulation height variation (0.200" vs 0.175"), which does not affect PCB layout compatibility or mating connector interface.

Q: What is the difference between CES-136-01-T-S and SLW-136-01-T-S?

A: The primary difference is contact type. CES-136-01-T-S uses female socket contacts, while SLW-136-01-T-S uses forked contacts. Both maintain the same pitch, position count, and mounting specifications. Contact type selection depends on the mating connector pin geometry and application requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS and REACH compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts (CES-136-01-T-S and SLW-136-01-T-S) are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory standards.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: CES-136-01-T-S has 708 pieces in stock, and SLW-136-01-T-S has 789 pieces in stock. Both are actively manufactured and available for procurement.

Q: Does insulation height variation affect compatibility?

A: Insulation height differences (0.175" to 0.200") do not affect mating compatibility or electrical performance. These variations are within acceptable mechanical tolerances for board-to-board connector applications and do not impact PCB design or assembly processes.