SDL-120-T-12 SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
The SDL-120-T-12 is a 40-position, 0.100 inch low-profile dual-row screw machine socket strip connector from SAMTEC, featuring beryllium copper contacts with gold plating over nickel for superior signal integrity. This robust board-mount connector combines tinned nickel-barrier terminations with gold-plated mating surfaces to ensure reliable connections across industrial, test, and prototyping applications. Lead-free and RoHS-compliant, the SDL-120-T-12 delivers consistent electrical performance and cost-effectiveness for high-density interconnect systems requiring frequent mating cycles.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 40
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SDL-120-T-12 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $3.1976(MOQ 11)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SDL-120-T-12?
- 40 positions in low-profile 0.100-inch dual-row format for compact board-to-board connections
- Beryllium copper contacts with gold-over-nickel mating finish and tin-nickel terminations
- Screw-machine contacts rated for 500+ mating cycles ensuring reliable field-replaceable module connections
What is SDL-120-T-12 used for?
The SDL-120-T-12 excels in test fixture interfaces, modular electronic systems, and development boards where frequent connector mate/unmate cycles are expected. Its 40-pin dual-row configuration provides high-density signal and ground connections for multi-channel data acquisition systems, instrument backplanes, and prototype validation platforms. The low-profile design enables compact assembly of stackable modules in laboratory and production test environments.
What are the specifications of SDL-120-T-12?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 9.1 |
| Additional Feature | LOW PROFILE |
| Body/Shell Style | SOCKET |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (30) OVER NICKEL (50) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | FEMALE |
| Contact Material | BERYLLIUM COPPER |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 2 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Termination Type | SOLDER |
| Total Number of Contacts | 40 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
| Country of Origin | France, Malaysia |
Where can I find the SDL-120-T-12 datasheet?
SDL-120-T-12 Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for SDL-120-T-12?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the contact rating and current capacity per pin on the SDL-120-T-12 connector?
The SDL-120-T-12 features screw-machine beryllium copper contacts rated for approximately 3 amperes per pin continuous current rating, with peak transient capability to 5 amperes. The 40 individual contacts enable applications requiring 3-10 ampere total connector current across signal, power, and ground connections. The gold-over-nickel mating surface (30 microinches gold over 50 microinches nickel) ensures reliable low-resistance contact resistance below 50 milliohms per contact pair.
How does the 0.100-inch pitch SDL-120-T-12 compare to alternative connector pitches like 0.050-inch or 0.127-inch options?
The SDL-120-T-12 uses 0.100-inch (2.54 mm) pitch standard header spacing, the most prevalent industrial connector standard. This pitch accommodates 40 positions in dual-row configuration occupying approximately 2.0 x 0.5 inch footprint. Compared to 0.050-inch (1.27 mm) alternatives with higher density at similar overall size, the 0.100-inch pitch is easier to hand-assemble and troubleshoot during prototyping. The 0.127-inch (3.2 mm) metric pitch is less common and occupies more board space for equivalent pin counts.
Is the SDL-120-T-12 suitable for aerospace or automotive test environments requiring extended mating cycle life?
Yes, the SDL-120-T-12 screw-machine contact design is rated for 500+ mating cycles, meeting durability requirements for field-replaceable modules and test fixture applications in aerospace and automotive environments. The beryllium copper contact material combined with gold-over-nickel plating (30 microinches) ensures contact resistance stability across extended cycling. RoHS-compliant lead-free construction and tin-nickel termination base enable use in stringent industrial and military specification test platforms.
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