TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
Samtec TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR is a cost-effective 18-position Tiger Eye dual-row board-stacking terminal strip on a 0.050" (1.27mm) pitch, available in tape-and-reel packaging for automated high-volume SMT assembly.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 18-position dual-row configuration on 0.050" (1.27mm) pitch for compact board-stacking interfaces
- Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging enables automated pick-and-place assembly in high-volume production runs
- Tiger Eye cost-effective series delivers reliable square-pin socket contacts at reduced BOM cost compared to high-speed alternatives
Applications
The TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR is suited for low-to-medium pin count board-stacking connections in embedded modules, sensor interface boards, and compact industrial controllers where a 18-position dual-row footprint is sufficient. Its tape-and-reel packaging supports automated SMT lines producing large volumes of mezzanine assemblies without manual connector handling. The 1.27mm pitch keeps the connector outline small enough for space-constrained daughter cards and plug-in module designs.
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 does the TR suffix mean on TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR, and why does it matter for production?
The TR suffix indicates tape-and-reel packaging, which means the TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR is supplied on a continuous reel for use in automated SMT pick-and-place machines. This eliminates hand-loading of individual connectors, reduces placement error on the 1.27mm-pitch pads, and is essential for high-volume production runs where throughput and repeatability at 18-position connector sites matter.
For a compact sensor module needing fewer than 40 I/O lines, how does the 18-position TFC-109 compare to larger TFC variants?
The 18-position TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR provides 36 contacts in a much shorter body than the 80-position TFC-140 or 64-position TFC-132 variants, making it appropriate when fewer than 40 signals need to cross a board-to-board interface. For sensor modules, CAN or RS-485 interface cards, and small FPGA breakout boards, the TFC-109 avoids wasting space and cost on unused contacts while still maintaining the 0.050-inch pitch standard shared with larger TFC connectors.
Can the TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR mate directly with Samtec socket strips on a mezzanine stack?
Yes. The TFC-109-02-F-D-A-K-TR uses Samtec's standard 0.050-inch (1.27mm) dual-row square-pin layout and mates with compatible Samtec socket strips such as the SFM or SSW series with matching 18-position, 2-row footprints. The Tiger Eye pin contacts fit the socket housings within the specified 0.5N to 2.0N insertion force range, allowing blind-mate assembly and repeated connect-disconnect cycles for modular system designs.
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