TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR is a SAMTEC Tiger Eye 36-position dual-row cost-effective terminal strip on 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for high-density board-to-cable interconnect applications. It features SAMTEC's Tiger Eye contact technology for reliable low-insertion-force mating with mating socket connectors. Tape-and-reel packaging enables automated pick-and-place assembly in high-volume PCB manufacturing.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 36
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR?
- 36 positions on 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch dual-row layout delivers high-density signal routing in minimal board space
- Tiger Eye contact technology provides reliable low-insertion-force mating with consistent electrical performance over thousands of cycles
- Cost-effective terminal strip design reduces connector BOM cost versus premium high-speed alternatives for standard signal applications
- Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging enables high-speed automated SMT pick-and-place assembly for volume production
What is TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR used for?
The TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR is used for dense board-to-wire signal interconnects in telecommunications line cards, industrial backplane sub-assemblies, and test and measurement equipment where 36 signals must be routed through a compact 0.050 inch pitch connector. Its Tiger Eye contact system ensures reliable mating with SAMTEC FLE or SFC socket assemblies in applications requiring repeated connection and disconnection such as field-service panels. The tape-and-reel format makes it ideal for automated assembly in networking equipment and server I/O expansion cards.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Where can I find the TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR datasheet?
TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pitch and position configuration does TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR use, and how many signals can it route?
The TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR uses a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch dual-row configuration with 36 total positions, allowing up to 36 independent signal lines to be routed through a single connector. This density is approximately twice that of 0.100 inch pitch alternatives, reducing connector length by 50% for the same signal count on space-constrained line cards and embedded modules.
What is SAMTEC Tiger Eye contact technology and how does it improve mating reliability in TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR?
Tiger Eye contacts in the TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR feature a distinctive dual-beam contact geometry that grips mating pins from two sides, providing a wiping action that displaces surface oxides during mating. This results in contact resistance typically below 20 mΩ and reliable electrical performance over 100 or more mating cycles, critical for board assemblies that are frequently connected and disconnected during testing or field servicing.
What current and voltage ratings apply to TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR for signal and low-power applications?
SAMTEC TFC-series 0.050 inch pitch connectors are typically rated for up to 1 A per contact and 125 V AC/DC working voltage. For the 36-position TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR, this supports both digital signal routing at 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V LVTTL/CMOS levels and modest power distribution at 5 V or 12 V rails, as long as per-contact current limits are respected.
How does TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR compare to 0.100 inch pitch terminal strips for a 36-signal board-to-cable interface?
At 0.050 inch pitch, the TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR occupies approximately 46 mm of connector length for 36 positions, compared to roughly 91 mm for a 0.100 inch pitch alternative. This 50% board-edge savings is significant in 1U rack-mount equipment and half-height PCIe cards where connector zone width is constrained to under 50 mm, and it allows 2x signal density for the same connector footprint.
How does tape-and-reel packaging of TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR benefit contract electronics manufacturers producing in volume?
The TR (tape-and-reel) suffix on TFC-118-02-F-D-A-K-TR indicates components packaged in 8 mm or 12 mm carrier tape, compatible with standard pick-and-place feeders at placement rates of 5,000 to 20,000 components per hour. This eliminates the manual sorting and kitting labor for 36-position connectors, reduces placement error rates to under 0.01%, and lowers per-unit assembly cost compared to tray-packaged alternatives in volumes exceeding 10,000 boards.
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