SFM-118-02-S-D-DS SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC SFM-118-02-S-D-DS is a 36-position dual-row high-reliability socket strip with 0.050-inch pitch in surface mount configuration, featuring a 2 mm straight tail and dual-segment housing. It provides 72 contacts for dense mezzanine and daughter card interconnects on a compact SMT footprint. Available from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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SFM-118-02-S-D-DSOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
38
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of SFM-118-02-S-D-DS?

  • 36-position dual-row socket on 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch delivers 72 contacts for mid-density FPGA mezzanine and module-to-carrier board interfaces
  • Dual-segment (DS) housing design supports side-by-side connector placement for scalable contact count expansion without additional PCB routing layers
  • Straight 2 mm SMT tail (02-S) ensures co-planar solder joint formation across all 72 contacts during standard 260°C lead-free reflow assembly

What is SFM-118-02-S-D-DS used for?

The SFM-118-02-S-D-DS is designed for mid-density board-to-board mezzanine connections in embedded computing modules, RF transceiver daughter cards, and industrial I/O expansion boards. Its 36-position dual-row layout on 0.050-inch pitch accommodates up to 72 mixed signal and power contacts in a footprint approximately 46 mm long. The dual-segment housing enables multiple connectors to be placed adjacently on the same carrier board, increasing total contact count without changing the PCB layer stack or routing architecture.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS datasheet?

SFM-118-02-S-D-DS Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for SFM-118-02-S-D-DS?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the dual-segment (DS) housing designation mean for scalable connector arrays on the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS?

The DS designation indicates a dual-segment housing that allows two or more SFM-118-02-S-D-DS units to be placed side-by-side with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch continuity across segment boundaries, enabling total contact counts of 144 (2 units), 216 (3 units), or more on a single mating header without gaps in the signal routing matrix.

How does the 0.050-inch pitch of the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS compare to 0.100-inch alternatives when routing high-speed differential pairs?

At 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch, the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS places adjacent contacts 1.27 mm apart, which is tight enough to route 18 differential pairs within a 46 mm connector length and maintain pair-to-pair isolation above -35 dB up to approximately 6 GHz, whereas a 0.100 inch pitch connector of equivalent contact count would require nearly double the board length and impose stricter routing constraints.

What total contact count does the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS provide, and how many power pins can typically be allocated alongside signal contacts?

The SFM-118-02-S-D-DS provides 72 total contacts across 36 dual-row positions, and in a typical mixed-signal design, 8 to 12 contacts are allocated as power and ground rails (capable of carrying 1 A to 1.5 A each at standard 30°C temperature rise), leaving 60 to 64 contacts available for high-speed signal assignments including SERDES pairs, LVDS buses, or GPIO banks.

At what temperature rating is the SFM-118-02-S-D-DS qualified, and does it meet industrial-grade requirements for control systems?

The SFM-118-02-S-D-DS is qualified for operation from -55°C to +125°C, which covers both the standard commercial range (-0°C to +70°C) and the extended industrial range (-40°C to +85°C), making it suitable for programmable logic controllers, motion control boards, and other industrial PCB assemblies that must sustain reliable contact resistance below 20 milliohms across the full temperature span.

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