Best Alternatives to DB2ERC-3.81-6P-GN

Package: Terminal BlockNingbo Dorabo Electric Co., Ltd.InterconnectsPitch: 3.81 mmNumber of Positions: 6Rated Voltage (UL): 300 VRated Current (UL): 8 ARated Voltage (IEC): 160 V

DB2ERC-3.81-6P-GN is a 6-position, 3.81mm pitch pluggable terminal block from DORABO. Finding a substitute requires matching the pitch, position count, and pluggable interface, while checking for mechanical differences like wire entry angle or mounting features.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Several candidates match voltage and current ratings.

Package riskmedium

Substitutes have variations in dimensions, wire entry, or mounting features that must be checked.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for DB2ERC-3.81-6P-GN should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

DB2EK-3.81-6P-GN-S is the closest functional alternative, sharing electrical ratings and form factor, but requires verification of a minor dimensional difference.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. Substitutes may have different wire entry angles, overall dimensions, or mounting features that prevent a direct fit.

Recommended alternatives

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DB2EK-3.81-6P-GN-S package
Needs validationlow risk

A 6-pin, 3.81mm pitch pluggable block with identical electrical ratings and a very similar form factor.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorDB2ERC-3.81-6P-GNDB2EK-3.81-6P-GN-SDB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-SDB2EVC-3.81-6P-GNCompatibility / risk
PackageRight-angle plugRight-angle plugPlug with mounting flangesVertical wire entryRight-angle plug / Plug with mounting flanges / Vertical wire entry — Form factor is a very close match.; DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S: Adds screw-down flanges not on original.; DB2EVC-3.81-6P-GN: Wire entry direction is different.
Pitch3.81 mm3.81 mm3.81 mm3.81 mm3.81 mm — matched; DB2EKM-3.81-6P-GN-S: matched; DB2EVC-3.81-6P-GN: matched
Positions66--6 — matched
Voltage300V300V--300V — UL voltage rating matches.
Current8A8A--8A — UL current rating matches.
Dimensions~26.67mm27.35mm--27.35mm — Slightly longer than target.
Electrical300V / 8A-300V / 8A300V / 8A300V / 8A — UL ratings match.; DB2EVC-3.81-6P-GN: UL ratings match.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for DB2ERC-3.81-6P-GN 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.