The Hirose DF3-15EP-2A is a 15-position plug-to-plug adapter from the DF3 series. Both ends terminate in male pins, making it a gender-changer or inline extension for a DF3 plug-to-receptacle pair. The single-row layout and 15 positions suit harness breakouts or bulkhead pass-throughs where you need to extend a DF3 cable assembly through an enclosure wall.
Last Buy Status — What It Means for Procurement
The DF3-15EP-2A carries a Last Buy lifecycle status. That means Hirose has scheduled end-of-production, and the remaining channel stock is the final availability. Once those units sell through, the part will not be manufactured again. For a BOM line that still needs this exact adapter, the window to commit is closing — order quantities should cover the remaining production run or service spares. If a pin-compatible replacement is required, it would need to be sourced from surplus or broker inventory after the Last Buy window closes.
Both ends of the DF3-15EP-2A are plug, male pins — it mates with a DF3-series receptacle housing on either side. The panel-mount snap-in clips hold it in place through the cutout, and the male pins accept the receptacle's crimp terminals.
Sourcing This Part
Given the Last Buy status, the RFQ should specify the total quantity needed to cover the full production run or service life, as replenishment after sell-through will require surplus or broker channels.