SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR is a 4-position dual-row high-reliability surface mount socket strip with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, featuring L2 tail style, SM contact plating, and K keying in tape-and-reel packaging. Delivers compact 4-pin fine-pitch connectivity for precision SMT mating applications. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TROther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
4
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR?

  • 4-position dual-row layout at 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch provides a minimal footprint of approximately 3.81 mm x 2.54 mm for ultra-compact SMT designs
  • High-reliability socket strip construction with SM contact plating for low insertion loss and stable contact resistance over thousands of mating cycles
  • K keying feature prevents incorrect plug insertion, protecting sensitive differential pair or power supply circuits from pin reversal
  • Tape-and-reel (TR) format with L2 tail style supports automated SMT assembly at high throughput for volume production

What is SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR used for?

The SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR is designed for ultra-compact 4-pin fine-pitch interconnects in miniaturized sensor modules, wearable electronics, and micro-format FPGA daughter cards where the 0.050" pitch socket must occupy less than 4 mm x 3 mm of PCB area. Its K keying prevents mismating on boards with multiple nearby connectors of the same profile, reducing field service errors in modular IoT devices and compact medical instruments. The tape-and-reel format enables efficient automated assembly in high-volume production environments.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR datasheet?

SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total footprint size of SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR and how does it benefit miniaturized PCB designs?

The SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR occupies a PCB footprint of approximately 3.81 mm in length by 2.54 mm in width for its 4-position dual-row 0.050" pitch body. This compact 9.7 mm² footprint is 75% smaller than an equivalent 4-position connector at 0.100" pitch, enabling PCB designers to route 4 independent signal or power connections in board zones too constrained for standard 2.54 mm pitch headers.

How does K keying on SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR prevent connection errors in multi-connector board designs?

The K keying on SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR adds a polarization feature that mechanically blocks insertion of an unkeyed or differently-keyed mating header, preventing pin reversal in the 4-contact interface. On PCBs with multiple adjacent 4-pin 0.050" connectors serving different functions such as JTAG debug, power rails, and UART, the K key ensures only the correct cable assembly can be connected to each socket, reducing costly rework from wiring errors during manufacturing or field service.

For which ultra-compact interface standards is a 4-position 0.050" pitch socket like SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR commonly used?

A 4-position 0.050" pitch dual-row socket at this scale is commonly used for 2-wire I2C or SPI auxiliary interfaces with power and ground (4 pins: VCC, GND, SCL/MOSI, SDA/MISO), JTAG boundary scan reduced to 4-pin ICSP variants, and compact differential pair breakout headers for USB 2.0 (D+, D-, VBUS, GND). The 0.050" pitch makes these 4 pins viable on wearable boards, hearing aid modules, and sub-10 mm IoT sensor nodes where every 0.5 mm of board space is critical.

What does SM contact plating contribute to signal integrity for SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR in high-cycle applications?

SM contact plating on SFM-102-L2-SM-D-K-TR provides a selective precious metal or enhanced nickel-barrier finish over the contact wipe zone, maintaining contact resistance below 20 milliohms across 500 or more mating cycles. This low, stable resistance prevents signal degradation in high-frequency differential pair interfaces where contact resistance variation above 50 milliohms can introduce inter-symbol interference on signals above 1 Gbps, making the SM finish particularly valuable in test fixtures and frequently reconfigured lab equipment.

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