SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS is a 6-position dual-row high-reliability surface-mount socket strip with 0.050-inch (1.27 mm) pitch designed for fine-pitch board-to-board mating. It features precision machined contacts with gold finish for high cycle life in demanding SMT applications. Available from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 6-position dual-row configuration on 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for high-density surface-mount board-to-board connections
- High-reliability precision contacts with gold finish supporting repeated mating cycles in test, aerospace, and medical applications
- Surface-mount SMT footprint compatible with standard reflow processes, eliminating through-hole drilling and enabling double-sided PCB assembly
Applications
The SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS is ideal for fine-pitch board-to-board and board-to-module interconnects in space-constrained designs such as medical devices, aerospace electronics, and high-density computing modules. Its 0.050-inch pitch dual-row layout maximizes signal density while keeping connector footprint minimal on SMT-assembled boards. The high-reliability contact design suits applications that require repeated mating and demating cycles without degradation, such as test and measurement fixtures and removable daughter card assemblies.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What pitch and row configuration does the SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS use, and why does that matter for high-density PCB layouts?
The SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS uses a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch in a dual-row arrangement, providing 6 positions in a footprint smaller than equivalent 0.100 inch pitch connectors. This fine pitch enables designers to place high-density board-to-board interconnects in area-constrained zones of medical, aerospace, or compact embedded PCBs without sacrificing contact count.
How many mating cycles is the SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS designed to support, and which use cases benefit most from that rating?
SAMTEC's SFM series high-reliability socket strips with gold contact finish are rated for up to 500 mating cycles, making them well suited for removable daughter cards, test fixture probing, and field-replaceable module interfaces where connectors are inserted and removed frequently during the product's service life across at least 2 contact positions per mating.
Can SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS be assembled using standard SMT reflow processes, and what temperature profile is compatible?
Yes, the SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS is a surface-mount component compatible with standard SMT reflow assembly using a peak reflow temperature of up to 260°C per IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020. Its SMT termination style eliminates the need for through-hole drilling, allowing it to be placed on double-sided PCBs alongside other fine-pitch components in a single reflow pass.
Which SAMTEC mating connector series is compatible with SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS for dual-row 0.050 inch pitch applications?
The SFM-103-02-SM-D-DS mates with SAMTEC's TSM and SSM series 0.050 inch pitch header strips, providing a matched 6-position dual-row interface. These mating headers are available in through-hole and surface-mount versions with contact heights from 0.6 mm to several millimeters, allowing designers to select the precise board-to-board stack height required for their application.
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