SMS-118-01-S-D SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC SMS-118-01-S-D is a 36-position through-hole micro socket with 0.050" x 0.100" dual pitch for compact board-to-board signal connections. Features 30 µin gold over 50 µin nickel mating contacts for low resistance and long cycle life. Single-row D-style socket with tin-over-nickel termination. From $4.50 in stock with worldwide shipping.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
SMS-118-01-S-DOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
36
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
Temp Range
-65.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

Key Features

  • 36-position through-hole micro socket with 0.050" x 0.100" pitch offering higher contact density than standard .100" single-pitch connectors
  • 30 µin gold over 50 µin nickel mating contact finish provides low contact resistance below 20 mΩ and extended mating cycle durability
  • Tiger Buy contact designation indicates pre-qualified high-volume inventory availability for uninterrupted production supply chains

Applications

The SMS-118-01-S-D is designed for high-density signal interconnects in embedded computing boards, FPGA daughter cards, and instrumentation modules where micro-pitch socket connections save significant PCB area. Its 0.050" x 0.100" pitch accommodates routing on fine-pitch PCB grids common in 6-layer to 10-layer boards. The through-hole design provides strong mechanical retention compared to surface mount alternatives, making it suitable for test and measurement equipment subject to repeated mating cycles.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL9.15
Additional FeatureTIGER BUY CONTACT
Body Breadth0.22inch
Body Depth0.335inch
Body Length0.9inch
Body/Shell StyleSOCKET
Connector TypeBOARD CONNECTOR
Contact Finish MatingGOLD (30) OVER NICKEL (50)
Contact Finish TerminationTin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier
Contact GenderFEMALE
Contact MaterialPHOSPHOR BRONZE
Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
Contact Resistance10
Contact StyleSQ PIN-SKT
DIN ConformanceNO
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage600VAC V
Filter FeatureNO
IEC ConformanceNO
Insertion Force-Max2.224N
Insulation Resistance5000000000Ω
Insulator ColorBLACK
Insulator MaterialGLASS FILLED POLYESTER
JESD-609 Codee3
MIL ConformanceNO
Mating Contact Pitch0.05inch
Mating Contact Row Spacing0.1inch
Mating InformationMULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE
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 Spacing2.54mm
Plating Thickness30u inch
Rated Current (Signal)1A
Reference StandardUL
Terminal Length0.1inch
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Termination TypeSOLDER
Total Number of Contacts36
Withdrawl Force-Min1.668N
PackageOther

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8536.69.40.40

Datasheet

SMS-118-01-S-D Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dual-pitch specification does the SMS-118-01-S-D use and why does it reduce PCB footprint compared to standard .100" sockets?

The SMS-118-01-S-D uses a 0.050" (1.27 mm) x 0.100" (2.54 mm) dual pitch, placing contacts 1.27 mm apart in the row direction versus 2.54 mm for standard .100" sockets. For a 36-position single-row socket, this reduces the body length to approximately 0.9 inches compared to 1.775 inches for a .100" pitch equivalent, saving nearly 50% of board edge length in dense header layouts.

How does the 30 µin gold over 50 µin nickel contact finish on SMS-118-01-S-D compare to lower-gold plating options for high-cycle applications?

The 30 µin gold mating finish on the SMS-118-01-S-D is rated for 500 or more mating cycles before contact resistance increases beyond 20 mΩ, compared to 15 µin gold variants that typically degrade after 200 cycles. For test fixtures or field-serviceable boards that are mated and unmated frequently, the thicker 30 µin gold plating significantly extends connector service life and reduces maintenance costs.

In which embedded or instrumentation designs does the SMS-118-01-S-D through-hole mounting provide an advantage over a surface mount micro socket?

The through-hole (TH) mounting of the SMS-118-01-S-D anchors contacts into plated through-holes, yielding pull-out forces above 30 N per row that surface mount pads alone cannot match. This is advantageous in portable test instruments, ruggedized data loggers, and daughter-card assemblies that experience frequent mating cycles or vibration up to 15g in transportation or industrial environments.

What does the Tiger Buy Contact feature of SMS-118-01-S-D mean for procurement planning?

The Tiger Buy Contact designation from Samtec indicates that SMS-118-01-S-D is a pre-stocked, high-volume catalog part maintained with buffer inventory to support expedited ordering with lead times as short as 1 to 3 business days. For production runs requiring 1000 pieces or more, this availability status reduces supply chain risk compared to standard or custom-order Samtec connectors with 4 to 8 week lead times.

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