SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K is an 84-position dual-row high-reliability socket strip with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch for surface-mount assembly. Features gold-plated contacts and high-cycle mating capability for demanding interconnect applications. Available with worldwide shipping for industrial and telecom use.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 84
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 84-position dual-row configuration at 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch for ultra-high-density SMT board-to-board connections
- High-reliability construction with gold-plated contacts rated for extended mating cycles in demanding environments
- Surface-mount H (horizontal) orientation with T2 tail length option for flexible PCB layout integration
Applications
The SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K serves high-density board-to-board interconnect needs in telecom, networking infrastructure, and defense electronics. Its 84-position dual-row layout at 0.050" pitch enables compact module-to-backplane designs where signal density and reliability are paramount. This socket strip is also used in FPGA development boards and high-speed digital communication systems requiring dependable multi-cycle mating performance.
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
How does the SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K achieve high-density connectivity compared to standard pitch connectors?
The SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K uses a 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch in a dual-row 84-position layout, which is half the spacing of standard 0.100" pitch connectors. This allows engineers to route 84 signals in roughly half the board space, making it ideal for compact FPGA boards, telecom line cards, and high-speed networking modules where PCB real estate is limited.
What contact plating does SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K use, and why does it matter for reliability?
The SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K uses gold-plated contacts, which provide corrosion resistance and low, stable contact resistance over thousands of mating cycles. Gold plating is especially important in high-reliability applications such as defense electronics, industrial control systems, and telecom infrastructure where connector failure is not acceptable and operating temperatures may range from -55°C to +125°C.
When would an engineer choose SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K over a 0.100" pitch connector for the same 84-signal interface?
An engineer selects the SFM-142-T2-H-D-A-K when PCB area is constrained and 84 signals must fit in a footprint roughly half the size of a 2.54 mm pitch solution. The 1.27 mm pitch saves approximately 50% of connector length, critical in compact embedded computers, FPGA mezzanine cards, and dense industrial modules where reducing board dimensions directly lowers system cost and weight.
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