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Best Alternatives to DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S

Package: Terminal BlockNingbo Dorabo Electric Co., Ltd.InterconnectsPitch: 3.81 mmNumber of Positions: 6Rated Voltage (UL): 300 VRated Current (UL): 8 AWire Gauge: 28-16 AWG

Find alternatives for the DORABO DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S, a 6-position, 3.81mm pitch vertical terminal block header. Key considerations for replacement include mechanical fit, contact plating, and mounting orientation.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Key voltage and current ratings match on top candidates.

Package riskmedium

Requires verifying orientation and minor material differences like plating.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The most direct path is DB2EVM-3.81-6P-GN, which matches in form and electricals but differs in contact plating.

Main risk

The primary risks are material differences in contact plating (tin vs. nickel) and significant form-factor changes (e.g., vertical vs. right-angle) with functional alternatives.

Recommended alternatives

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DB2EVM-3.81-6P-GN package
Needs validationlow risk

A 6-pin, 3.81mm pitch vertical header with identical dimensions and ratings, but different contact plating.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorDB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-SDB2EVM-3.81-6P-GNDB2ERM-3.81-6P-GNAlt 3Compatibility / risk
PackageVertical HeaderVertical HeaderRight-Angle HeaderVertical Header / Right-Angle Header — Identical mechanical dimensions from datasheet.; DB2ERM-3.81-6P-GN: Changes wire entry direction from vertical to horizontal.
Pitch3.81mm3.81mm3.81mm3.81mm — matched; DB2ERM-3.81-6P-GN: matched
Voltage Current300V / 8A300V / 8A300V / 8A300V / 8A — UL ratings match.; DB2ERM-3.81-6P-GN: UL ratings match.
Contact PlatingNickelTin-Tin — Target has Nickel plating, may affect corrosion resistance.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.