TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K is a 32-position Tiger Eye dual-row board connector with 0.050 inch pitch, gold-plated mating contacts, and peg mounting. Featuring phosphor bronze male contacts with matte tin terminations and a compact 0.925 inch body length for cost-effective high-density PCB interconnection. Available globally for fast delivery on engineering and production orders.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 32
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 32-position dual-row Tiger Eye design at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for cost-effective high-density board-to-board connections
- Gold (15 microinch) mating contact finish on phosphor bronze contacts ensuring low contact resistance and extended mating cycle life
- PEG board mounting option for secure mechanical attachment and precise PCB alignment before soldering
- Matte tin (Sn) termination finish compatible with standard lead-free reflow soldering in automated assembly processes
Applications
The TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K is used in cost-sensitive high-density PCB interconnect applications such as embedded computing modules, industrial I/O expansion boards, and compact measurement instruments requiring reliable 32-pin dual-row connections. Its Tiger Eye design with gold-plated contacts provides reliable signal integrity for data buses, control signals, and power rails at 0.050 inch pitch. Telecom equipment, server daughter cards, and test fixtures benefit from its compact 0.925 inch body length and peg-mounted mechanical stability.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 9.4 |
| Board Mounting Option | PEG |
| Body Breadth | 0.225inch |
| Body Depth | 0.226inch |
| Body Length | 0.925inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (15) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| 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 | 32 |
| 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 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What contact material and finish does the TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K use for mating and termination?
The TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K uses phosphor bronze contact material with 15 microinch gold plating on the mating surface and matte tin (Sn) finish on the termination side. The gold mating finish ensures low and consistent contact resistance across all 32 positions, while matte tin terminations provide excellent solderability in standard lead-free reflow assembly processes.
How does the Tiger Eye design of TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K benefit high-density PCB interconnect layouts?
The Tiger Eye connector design in TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K provides a cost-effective solution for 32-position dual-row interconnects at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch, enabling 32 signal or power channels in a compact 0.925 inch body length. The dual-row layout doubles contact density compared to single-row alternatives of the same footprint length, making it ideal for space-constrained embedded computing boards, industrial controllers, and daughter card interfaces.
What role does the PEG mounting option play in the TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K assembly process?
The PEG board mounting option on TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K provides a mechanical peg that inserts into a PCB hole to lock the connector in position before and during soldering. This ensures the 32-position dual-row connector remains precisely aligned at 0.050 inch pitch during reflow, preventing misalignment that could result in bridging or cold joints across the matte tin termination contacts, and improving first-pass yield in automated assembly.
When is TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K the right choice over higher-specification SAMTEC alternatives in the same pitch?
TFC-116-02-L-D-A-K is ideal when a design requires reliable 32-pin dual-row connectivity at 0.050 inch pitch but has budget constraints that rule out premium connectors with heavier gold plating or exotic materials. The Tiger Eye series is engineered for cost-effective production volumes where 15 microinch gold mating contacts on phosphor bronze provide sufficient contact life for typical 100 to 500 mating cycle use cases in embedded systems, industrial I/O, and test fixture applications.
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