SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K is a 36-position, dual-row, high-reliability surface-mount socket strip with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for dense board-to-board interconnects. Supports mating with SFM-compatible plug strips in compact SMT form factor. Available from stock worldwide with global shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 36
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 36-position dual-row surface-mount socket strip with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for high-density PCB interconnects
- High-reliability construction meeting stringent signal integrity requirements in industrial and instrumentation applications
- SMT form factor enabling automated placement for high-volume PCB assembly processes
- Compatible with SAMTEC SFM series plug strips ensuring guaranteed mating interface performance
- Compact dual-row layout maximizing pin count within minimal board real estate on dense PCB designs
Applications
The SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K is designed for high-density board-to-board and mezzanine interconnect applications in industrial control systems, test and measurement equipment, and embedded computing modules where space-constrained designs demand 36 positions at 0.050 inch pitch. The dual-row surface-mount configuration is particularly effective in FPGA daughter cards, signal processing modules, and compact communication boards requiring reliable, repeatable mating with low insertion force. Its SMT package supports automated pick-and-place assembly for consistent solder joint quality in production environments.
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 position count does the SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K offer, and why does that matter for dense PCB layouts?
The SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K provides 36 positions at a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch in a dual-row surface-mount configuration. This fine pitch combined with dual rows allows 36 signal connections within a small footprint, making it ideal for FPGA mezzanine cards and compact signal boards where board area is limited and high interconnect density is required.
Can SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K be used in automated PCB assembly, and what assembly process does it support?
Yes, the SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K is a surface-mount (SMT) component compatible with automated pick-and-place assembly equipment and reflow soldering processes. Its SMT footprint with 0.050 inch pitch pads is designed for consistent placement accuracy across production runs, reducing manual assembly costs and enabling high-volume manufacturing of dense interconnect boards.
What SAMTEC plug strip mates with the SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K, and what is the guaranteed mating interface?
The SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K mates with SAMTEC SFM series plug strips designed for 0.050 inch pitch dual-row board-to-board connections. This socket strip provides 36 positions across 2 rows at 1.27 mm pitch, with the mating interface engineered to SAMTEC's high-reliability specifications for consistent electrical performance across multiple mating cycles in instrumentation and industrial environments.
Which application domains are best served by the SFM-118-L2-FM-D-A-K socket strip?
Industrial embedded computing, test and measurement instruments, FPGA-based signal processing boards, and communication modules with space constraints benefit most from this 36-position, 0.050 inch pitch SMT dual-row socket. The high-reliability rating supports applications requiring stable performance over thousands of mating cycles, including removable daughter cards and modular system architectures needing reliable board-to-board interconnect at 1.27 mm pitch.
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