TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
The TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR is a 64-position Tiger Eye dual-row terminal strip connector by SAMTEC with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch and gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts. It features peg board mounting, male contact gender, and tape-and-reel packaging for automated SMT assembly. Suitable for high-density board-to-board interconnects in compact electronic designs.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 64
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR 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
- 64 positions in dual-row layout on 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for high-density board connector applications
- Gold (15 microinch) mating contact finish on phosphor bronze for low contact resistance and long mating cycle life
- Tiger Eye contact geometry providing wiping action and reliable electrical connection under vibration and shock
- Peg board mounting option for secure PCB registration and strain relief during soldering and operation
- Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging enabling high-volume automated pick-and-place SMT assembly
Applications
The TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR is used in high-density board-to-board and mezzanine connector applications in networking equipment, industrial control systems, medical devices, and embedded computing modules requiring 64 signal connections on a compact 0.050 inch pitch. Its gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts maintain reliable low-resistance connections in high-cycle mating environments, such as removable daughter cards, test fixtures, and modular system architectures. The tape-and-reel format supports automated production assembly lines for cost-effective high-volume manufacturing.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 9.4 |
| Board Mounting Option | PEG |
| Body Breadth | 0.225inch |
| Body Depth | 0.226inch |
| Body Length | 1.725inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (15) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| 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 | 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 is the pitch and total position count of the TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR, and how does this affect PCB layout density?
The TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR has a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch with 64 total positions in a dual-row arrangement, providing a compact footprint of approximately 1.725 inches in body length for 32 positions per row. Compared to standard 0.100 inch pitch connectors, the 0.050 inch pitch halves the required PCB edge length for the same number of connections, enabling significantly denser board designs and smaller form factor modules. The dual-row layout also reduces the connector body depth compared to a single-row equivalent, leaving more routing space on the PCB.
How does the gold contact finish of the TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR extend mating life compared to tin-finished connectors?
The TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR uses 15 microinch gold plating on mating contact surfaces, which provides a noble metal finish that resists oxidation and fretting corrosion far better than tin-finished connectors. Gold-plated contacts maintain stable, low contact resistance over thousands of mating cycles, typically rated for 200 or more insertions depending on application. Tin contacts are susceptible to fretting corrosion in vibration environments and can develop oxide layers that increase resistance over time, making gold the preferred choice for removable modules and frequent-maintenance connectors.
What is the Tiger Eye contact geometry in the TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR and how does it improve connection reliability?
The Tiger Eye contact geometry used by SAMTEC in the TFC series features a curved blade contact profile that provides a wiping action as the mating connector is inserted, clearing surface oxides and debris from the contact interface to establish a low-resistance connection. This self-cleaning wiping motion is critical in field-serviceable or frequently mated connectors where contamination could degrade signal integrity. The phosphor bronze spring material of the contacts maintains consistent normal force across the 0.050 inch pitch positions, ensuring uniform contact resistance within the 64-position connector.
When is the TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR preferred over wire-to-board alternatives for a 64-signal interface?
The TFC-132-02-L-D-A-K-TR board-to-board connector is preferred over wire-to-board alternatives when both mating boards will be coplanar or stacked, eliminating the need for a cable harness and reducing signal path length for high-frequency or matched-impedance interfaces. For 64-signal interfaces, a wire-to-board harness with 64 discrete wires adds significant assembly labor, risk of wiring errors, and impedance discontinuities at each crimp and contact point. The TFC-132 direct board-to-board interconnect is more reliable, lower-inductance, and more suitable for high-speed digital signals above 100 MHz than an equivalent wire harness.
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