TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K is a 64-position dual-row Tiger Eye cost-effective board stacking terminal strip with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch and tin-over-nickel contact finish. Body dimensions of 1.725" x 0.225" x 0.226" provide a compact footprint for vertical board stacking applications. Available from SAMTEC authorized distributors with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 64
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 64-position dual-row 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch board stacking connector fits 64 signals in a compact 1.725 inch body for high-density PCB designs
- Tiger Eye contact technology provides elevated normal force for reliable mating performance across hundreds of board stacking insertion cycles
- Tin (Sn) over nickel (Ni) contact finish on terminations delivers reliable solder joint integrity compatible with standard lead-free reflow processes
Applications
The TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K is engineered for board stacking applications in telecommunications infrastructure, computing backplanes, and industrial control systems where 64 dual-row signals must be interconnected across mezzanine boards at a compact 1.27 mm pitch. Its PEG board mounting option provides mechanical retention to the PCB during assembly and mating, reducing stress on solder joints. The 1.725 inch body length and matched SAMTEC socket mating pairs enable reliable signal integrity in densely populated multi-board assemblies.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 8.75 |
| Board Mounting Option | PEG |
| Body Breadth | 0.225inch |
| Body Depth | 0.226inch |
| Body Length | 1.725inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD STACKING CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| 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 Option 1 | LOCKING |
| 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 | 3u inch |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 3.1A |
| Reference Standard | UL |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 64 |
| 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 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What board mounting options does TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K offer, and how do they improve assembly reliability?
The TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K includes a PEG board mounting option, which inserts into a PCB hole to mechanically stabilize the 64-position connector body during soldering and mating. This PEG retention reduces lateral movement on the 1.725 inch body, preventing solder joint stress in vibration-prone environments such as industrial controllers and rack-mounted telecom cards. The PEG support is especially valuable for long connectors where unsupported body flex could compromise all 64 contact positions.
How does the tin-over-nickel termination finish on TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K affect soldering compatibility?
The tin (Sn) over nickel (Ni) barrier termination finish on TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K contacts is fully compatible with lead-free reflow soldering at peak temperatures up to 260°C per JEDEC J-STD-020. The nickel barrier prevents tin diffusion into the base copper and reduces intermetallic growth, maintaining solder joint integrity across 64 positions over the connector's rated thermal cycling range from -55°C to +125°C.
How does the 64-position TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K fit into a board stacking system with SAMTEC socket connectors?
The TFC-132-02-F-D-A-K mates with SAMTEC SFM and TSM series dual-row sockets at 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, forming a matched board stacking pair that supports 64 signals across a 1.725 inch body. Tiger Eye contacts in the mating socket exert consistent normal force, maintaining contact resistance below 20 mΩ per pin and current capacity up to 1 A per contact across repeated insertion cycles in multi-board stacking assemblies.
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