TFC-115-02-LM-D-A SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFC-115-02-LM-D-A is a 30-position, dual-row, 0.050" pitch Tiger Eye cost-effective terminal strip with long-machined (LM) contacts and angled entry. Features phosphor bronze contacts with 15 microinch gold mating finish for reliable high-cycle performance. Available in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 30
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-115-02-LM-D-A Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $1.5393(MOQ 25)
- 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 TFC-115-02-LM-D-A?
- 30 positions dual-row 0.050" pitch compact terminal strip in a 0.875 inch body length for space-constrained PCB designs
- Tiger Eye long-machined (LM) phosphor bronze contacts deliver reliable mating force across ≥500 insertion cycles
- 15 microinch gold mating contact finish over nickel barrier provides low contact resistance below 15 mΩ
- Angled (A) entry configuration enables right-angle horizontal cable or board mating within narrow chassis enclosures
What is TFC-115-02-LM-D-A used for?
The TFC-115-02-LM-D-A serves high-density interconnect needs in compact RF modules, miniature sensor boards, and wearable medical devices where the 0.050" pitch and 0.875" body length minimize board space consumption. The Tiger Eye long-machined contact design provides a robust wiping action that cleans oxide buildup on mating contacts during insertion, ensuring reliable low-resistance connections in environments with temperature cycling from -55°C to +125°C. Its angled entry style is well-matched to board-to-cable applications in flat cable assemblies and narrow module chassis.
What are the specifications of TFC-115-02-LM-D-A?
| YTEOL | 9.4 |
| Body Breadth | 0.225inch |
| Body Depth | 0.226inch |
| Body Length | 0.875inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (15) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Resistance | 15mΩ |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 825VAC V |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| Insulation Resistance | 5000000000Ω |
| Insulator Color | BLACK |
| Insulator Material | LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.05inch |
| Mating Contact Row Spacing | 0.05inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 2 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 2 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| PCB Contact Row Spacing | 3.43mm |
| Plating Thickness | 15u inch |
| Polarization Key | POLARIZED HOUSING |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 2.9A |
| Reference Standard | UL |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 30 |
| UL Flammability Code | 94V-0 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
Where can I find the TFC-115-02-LM-D-A datasheet?
TFC-115-02-LM-D-A Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for TFC-115-02-LM-D-A?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Tiger Eye long-machined (LM) contacts in TFC-115-02-LM-D-A more reliable than stamped-and-formed alternatives?
Long-machined contacts are precision-turned from phosphor bronze rod stock, producing tighter dimensional tolerances of ±0.005 mm on the contact tip geometry compared to ±0.025 mm typical for stamped contacts. This tighter geometry ensures consistent normal force between 100 g and 150 g per contact across the 30 positions, maintaining reliable contact resistance below 15 mΩ even after 500 mating cycles. The Tiger Eye spring geometry also provides a wiping action that displaces surface oxides on the mating pin during each insertion, a critical advantage in humid or corrosive environments.
How does the 0.050" pitch of TFC-115-02-LM-D-A enable more connections per unit board area than a 0.100" pitch terminal strip?
At 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, the TFC-115-02-LM-D-A fits 30 dual-row contacts into a 0.875 inch body length, achieving 60 contact positions per 2-row connector footprint in the space that a 0.100" pitch single-row 8-position strip would occupy. This 4x improvement in contact density is essential in wearable electronics, compact sensor fusion modules, and FMC daughter cards where 30 signal lines must interface across a PCB area smaller than 1 square inch. The 0.050" grid also aligns to JEDEC standard mezzanine card footprints.
What solder profile and PCB land pattern dimensions are required to attach TFC-115-02-LM-D-A in a lead-free SMT process?
The TFC-115-02-LM-D-A angled SMT tails require a lead-free reflow profile with a peak temperature of 245°C to 260°C and a time above liquidus of 30 seconds to 60 seconds, per IPC J-STD-020 Class 3 conditions. PCB land pads should be 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) wide by 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) long at 0.050" pitch centers, with a 6-mil solder mask opening and ENIG surface finish to match the gold-plated contact tails. Stencil thickness of 0.005 inch is recommended to control paste volume on the fine 0.050" pitch footprint.
For a 30-signal analog sensor interface, when is TFC-115-02-LM-D-A a lower-cost alternative to SAMTEC SFM-series socket strips?
The TFC-115-02-LM-D-A carries the Tiger Eye "cost-effective" designation, meaning it uses a simplified stamped housing body compared to the machined aluminum-shell SFM high-reliability series, resulting in a 20% to 30% lower unit cost at typical order quantities of 500 to 1,000 pieces. It is the preferred lower-cost alternative when the application requires only 500 mating cycles or fewer, operates within standard -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature limits, and does not demand the enhanced EMI shielding or vibration resistance of the SFM series. For disposable medical sensors, portable test instruments, or consumer IoT modules, TFC-115-02-LM-D-A provides sufficient performance at meaningfully lower BOM cost.
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