TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
Samtec TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K is a 46-position dual-row Tiger Eye cost-effective terminal strip with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, offering low-insertion-force contact engagement and reliable through-hole connectivity for dense PCB interconnect applications.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 46
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 46-position dual-row (23x2) layout on 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch delivers high contact density in a small through-hole footprint
- Tiger Eye contact geometry enables low insertion force while maintaining consistent electrical contact over repeated mating cycles
- Cost-effective design optimizes BOM cost for medium- to high-volume production while meeting Samtec quality standards
Applications
The TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K is suited for embedded computing daughter cards, industrial I/O modules, and communications test fixtures requiring 46 contacts at a 0.050" pitch. Its Tiger Eye contact mechanism facilitates easy manual insertion during prototyping and field servicing without sacrificing electrical reliability. The cost-effective design makes it attractive for volume production in telecommunications, automation, and instrumentation equipment.
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 contact arrangement does the TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K use and how does it benefit PCB density?
The TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K uses 46 contacts in a dual-row (23x2) format at a 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch. This configuration doubles the contact count per unit length compared to single-row options, enabling high-density signal routing on daughter cards and industrial I/O boards within a constrained PCB footprint.
How does the Tiger Eye contact in the TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K reduce assembly effort?
The Tiger Eye contact geometry in the TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K requires significantly lower insertion force — approximately 0.3 N per contact — compared to standard tuning fork contacts. With 46 positions, this reduces total mating force by several Newtons, making hand-mating feasible in prototyping and field-service scenarios while maintaining reliable electrical contact resistance below 50 mΩ.
In what production volume scenarios does the TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K's cost-effective design deliver the greatest advantage?
The TFC-123-02-FM-D-A-K is most cost-competitive in medium- to high-volume production runs of 500 or more units, where its lower per-connector price versus premium-grade alternatives reduces aggregate BOM cost substantially. Industrial controllers, telecom line cards, and test instruments using 46-position 0.050" interconnects are typical beneficiaries of this cost-effective strip design.
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