TFC-120-02-FM-D-A SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFC-120-02-FM-D-A is a 40-position Tiger Eye double-row terminal strip with 1.27 mm (0.050 inch) pitch, featuring female mating contacts and surface-mount footprint. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 40
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-120-02-FM-D-A Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 40-position double-row layout at 1.27 mm (0.050 inch) pitch maximizes signal density in compact PCB designs
- Tiger Eye contact geometry delivers consistent low contact resistance and high insertion-cycle durability
- Female mating contact configuration provides secure socket interface for corresponding male pin headers
- Cost-effective terminal strip design reduces BOM cost without sacrificing reliable board-to-board interconnect performance
Applications
The TFC-120-02-FM-D-A is used in high-density board-to-board interconnect applications such as FPGA daughter cards, backplane assemblies, and modular test equipment. Its 40-position 1.27 mm pitch layout enables 40 independent signal or power channels within a narrow strip footprint, making it ideal for space-constrained embedded computing designs. The Tiger Eye contact mechanism ensures reliable mating in applications subject to repeated insertion cycles or light mechanical vibration.
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
How many positions and what pitch does the TFC-120-02-FM-D-A offer?
The TFC-120-02-FM-D-A provides 40 positions arranged in a double-row configuration at a 1.27 mm (0.050 inch) pitch. This fine pitch spacing allows designers to route 40 signal or power connections through a compact strip measuring approximately 25.4 mm in length, which is common in high-density FPGA and embedded computing interconnect designs.
What connector series is TFC-120-02-FM-D-A part of and how does it compare to the SFM series?
The TFC-120-02-FM-D-A belongs to Samtec's TFC Tiger Eye terminal strip family, which targets cost-sensitive applications that still require reliable 1.27 mm pitch connectivity. Compared to the SFM board-to-board socket series, the TFC is optimized for lower-profile terminal-strip applications where a 2.54 mm pitch is too coarse and where individual contact current up to approximately 1 A per pin is sufficient.
In which embedded or industrial applications is the TFC-120-02-FM-D-A typically used?
The TFC-120-02-FM-D-A is commonly used in FPGA daughter-card interfaces, DSP evaluation modules, and industrial I/O backplanes where 40 signals must be routed in a 1.27 mm pitch strip. The Tiger Eye contact design sustains low contact resistance over 500 or more mating cycles, making it well-suited for field-replaceable modules and lab test fixtures requiring repeated card insertions.
Does the TFC-120-02-FM-D-A support automated SMT assembly and what is the typical lead time?
Yes, the TFC-120-02-FM-D-A is designed for surface-mount PCB assembly compatible with standard SMT pick-and-place equipment. Samtec typically ships TFC series connectors within 1 week from its factory stock, and the -A suffix variant ships in tray packaging suitable for automated feeder systems used in high-volume SMT production lines.
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