SL-116-G-12 SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC SL-116-G-12 is a 16-contact vertical through-hole board-to-board receptacle from the SL series with 2.54 mm pitch and gold-over-nickel contact finish. Its low-profile socket design and 1.609 inch body length deliver reliable, high-cycle board interconnect for industrial and embedded electronics applications.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
SL-116-G-12Other
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
16
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
Price
From $3.6687(MOQ 10)
Temp Range
-55.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

Key Features

  • 16-contact single-row vertical receptacle at 2.54 mm pitch for standard board-to-board mating
  • Gold (30 µin) over Nickel (50 µin) mating contact finish for low resistance and extended mating life
  • Gold over Nickel termination finish ensuring reliable through-hole solder joints
  • Low-profile socket body at 0.1 inch breadth minimizing vertical stack height on PCBs
  • Through-hole mounting providing superior mechanical retention for vibration-prone environments
  • Factory lead time of approximately 1 week for fast procurement in production quantities

Applications

The SL-116-G-12 is used in backplane and mezzanine board assemblies, industrial instrument modules, and embedded computing platforms where a standard 2.54 mm pitch through-hole receptacle is needed for reliable 16-contact vertical board-to-board mating. Its gold-plated contacts and robust through-hole anchoring make it suitable for test and measurement equipment, communication boards, and industrial controllers that require low insertion force with long mating cycle life.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Factory Lead Time1Week
YTEOL9.1
Additional FeatureLOW PROFILE
Body Breadth0.1inch
Body Length1.609inch
Body/Shell StyleSOCKET
Connector TypeBOARD CONNECTOR
Contact Finish MatingGOLD (30) OVER NICKEL (50)
Contact Finish TerminationGold (Au) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier
Contact GenderFEMALE
Contact MaterialBERYLLIUM COPPER
Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
Contact Resistance10
Contact StyleRND PIN-SKT
DIN ConformanceNO
Filter FeatureNO
IEC ConformanceNO
Insertion Force-Max4.448N
Insulator ColorBLACK
Insulator MaterialGLASS FILLED POLYESTER
JESD-609 Codee4
MIL ConformanceNO
Mating Contact Pitch0.1inch
Mating InformationMULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE
Mixed ContactsNO
Mounting Option 1LOCKING
Mounting StyleSTRAIGHT
Mounting TypeBOARD
Number Of ConnectorsONE
Number Of PCB Rows1
Number of Rows Loaded1
OptionGENERAL PURPOSE
PCB Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
Plating Thickness10u inch
Polarization KeyPOLARIZED HOUSING
Rated Current (Signal)1A
Reference StandardUL
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Termination TypeSOLDER
Total Number of Contacts16
Withdrawl Force-Min.417N
PackageOther

Compliance & Regulatory

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

Datasheet

SL-116-G-12 Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What contact finish does the SL-116-G-12 use, and how does it influence mating cycle longevity?

The SL-116-G-12 uses gold (30 µin) over Nickel (50 µin) on the mating contacts, providing a hard, corrosion-resistant surface that sustains reliable electrical contact through hundreds of mating cycles. This finish keeps contact resistance stable below 30 milliohms across all 16 contacts in environments with temperature cycling and humidity.

How does the 2.54 mm pitch and 16-contact count of the SL-116-G-12 fit into standard board-to-board designs?

With a 2.54 mm (0.100 inch) pitch and 16 contacts, the SL-116-G-12 occupies a 1.609 inch body length that aligns with industry-standard DIP and header footprints. This makes it compatible with a wide range of mating header strips and plug connectors already defined in embedded processor and I/O expansion board layouts.

When should a designer choose through-hole mounting like the SL-116-G-12 instead of an SMT board connector?

Through-hole mounting on the SL-116-G-12 provides significantly higher mechanical pull-out strength compared to SMT pads, making it the preferred choice for connectors that experience repeated mating forces or mechanical stress. Applications like test jigs, field-replaceable modules, and industrial backplanes with 16-pin vertical receptacles benefit from the superior solder joint retention of through-hole termination.

What is the typical procurement lead time for the SL-116-G-12, and how should production planners account for it?

The factory lead time for the SL-116-G-12 is approximately 1 week, which is shorter than many specialty connector variants. Production planners ordering 16-contact SL series receptacles should still maintain a 2 to 3 week safety stock buffer to account for distributor processing time, inbound inspection, and line consumption fluctuations in high-volume assembly operations.

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AvailabilityIn Stock
Reference Price (USD)
From $3.6687
Buy from 1pc · Factory-direct pricing
Qty.Unit PriceExt. Price
10+$7.8380$78.38
50+$7.0670$353.35
100+$6.0480$604.80
500+$5.0300$2515.00
1000+$4.2037$4203.70
2500+$3.6687$9171.77
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Unit price: $7.8380 · Total: $78.38

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Lead Time3-7 business days
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OriginChina (Authorized)

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