SFM-120-T2-F-D SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC SFM-120-T2-F-D is a 40-position dual-row surface-mount socket strip at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch with gold flash mating contacts over nickel barrier, designed for high-reliability board-to-board and mezzanine connections in compact electronic assemblies requiring consistent low-contact-resistance interconnects.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
SFM-120-T2-F-DOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
40
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
Price
From $1.8042(MOQ 19)
Temp Range
-55.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of SFM-120-T2-F-D?

  • 40 positions in a dual-row 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch surface-mount configuration
  • Gold flash mating contacts for low contact resistance and corrosion resistance
  • Tin (Sn) over Nickel (Ni) barrier solder termination for reliable SMT reflow soldering
  • Female socket shell style for mating with standard 0.050 inch pitch pin headers
  • High reliability design with YTEOL rating of 9.4 years
  • RoHS compliant lead-free construction

What is SFM-120-T2-F-D used for?

The SFM-120-T2-F-D is used in embedded computing modules, FPGA daughtercard assemblies, and test fixture boards where a 40-position dual-row 0.050 inch pitch socket provides dense, reliable signal interconnection. Its surface-mount footprint and gold flash contacts make it suitable for industrial control systems, communications hardware, and medical device boards where repeated mating cycles and stable contact resistance are critical requirements.

What are the specifications of SFM-120-T2-F-D?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL9.4
Body Breadth0.145inch
Body Depth0.185inch
Body Length1.155inch
Body/Shell StyleSOCKET
Connector TypeBOARD CONNECTOR
Contact Finish MatingGOLD FLASH
Contact Finish TerminationTin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier
Contact GenderFEMALE
Contact MaterialBERYLLIUM COPPER
Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
Contact StyleSQ PIN-SKT
DIN ConformanceNO
Filter FeatureNO
IEC ConformanceNO
Insulator ColorBLACK
JESD-609 Codee3
MIL ConformanceNO
Mating Contact Pitch0.05inch
Mating Contact Row Spacing0.05inch
Mixed ContactsNO
Mounting StyleSTRAIGHT
Mounting TypeBOARD
Number Of ConnectorsONE
Number Of PCB Rows2
Number of Rows Loaded2
OptionGENERAL PURPOSE
PCB Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
PCB Contact Row Spacing2.7178mm
Plating ThicknessFLASH inch
Rated Current (Signal)3.2A
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Termination TypeSURFACE MOUNT
Total Number of Contacts40
PackageOther

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8536.69.40.40
Country of OriginMalaysia, USA

Where can I find the SFM-120-T2-F-D datasheet?

SFM-120-T2-F-D Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the gold flash contact finish on SFM-120-T2-F-D affect mating reliability compared to standard tin contacts?

Gold flash mating contacts on SFM-120-T2-F-D provide a hard, oxidation-resistant surface that maintains low contact resistance below 20 milliohms across hundreds of mating cycles. Compared to standard tin-only contacts, gold flash significantly reduces the risk of fretting corrosion in applications subject to vibration or temperature cycling between -40°C and +85°C, ensuring consistent signal integrity in the 40-position dual-row socket.

What is the mating pitch and position count of SFM-120-T2-F-D, and which standard headers does it mate with?

SFM-120-T2-F-D uses a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch dual-row layout with 40 total positions arranged in 2 rows of 20. It mates with standard 0.050 inch pitch dual-row pin headers of the same 20-per-row format, including SAMTEC's own TSW, MTMS, and FTSH series as well as compatible headers from other manufacturers maintaining the 1.27 mm pitch standard.

Can SFM-120-T2-F-D be used in high-cycle test fixture applications where the socket is mated repeatedly with DUT boards?

The SFM-120-T2-F-D is rated for high reliability with gold flash mating contacts designed to sustain multiple insertion cycles without significant contact resistance degradation. For test fixture applications requiring more than 500 mating cycles, buyers should confirm the exact cycle life rating from SAMTEC's datasheet and consider specifying the higher gold plating variant if cycling exceeds standard gold flash limits of approximately 100 to 200 cycles.

What PCB land pattern and reflow profile are recommended for SMT assembly of SFM-120-T2-F-D?

The SFM-120-T2-F-D SMT footprint follows SAMTEC's published land pattern for the SFM series with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) dual-row pitch. The Tin (Sn) over Nickel (Ni) solder terminations are compatible with standard SAC305 lead-free solder paste and a peak reflow temperature of 245°C to 260°C. Designers should maintain a maximum of 2 reflow cycles to preserve contact plating integrity and housing material dimensional tolerance.

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