TFC-135-02-L-D SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFC-135-02-L-D is a 70-position Tiger Eye shrouded board stacking connector with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, featuring gold-plated mating contacts and phosphor bronze contact material for cost-effective high-density board-to-board interconnect. This male dual-row terminal strip offers reliable mezzanine stacking in a compact fine-pitch footprint.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 70
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-135-02-L-D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $3.0738(MOQ 1)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TFC-135-02-L-D?
- 70 positions at 0.050" (1.27 mm) fine pitch for high-density board stacking applications
- Gold (10 µin) mating contact finish for reliable low-resistance electrical connections
- Phosphor bronze contact material with nickel barrier tin termination for durability and solderability
- Shrouded connector body for polarization and protection during mating
- RoHS-compliant (Pb-free) construction suitable for lead-free SMT assembly
- Cost-effective Tiger Eye series maintaining quality at reduced per-connector cost
What is TFC-135-02-L-D used for?
The TFC-135-02-L-D is used in cost-sensitive board stacking and mezzanine interconnect applications in industrial controls, embedded computing, and consumer electronics where 70 contacts at 0.050" pitch are required. Its shrouded design prevents incorrect mating and protects gold-plated contacts, making it suitable for modular system architectures with field-replaceable daughtercards. Engineers specify this Tiger Eye connector when seeking a balance of fine-pitch density, contact reliability, and reduced component cost compared to premium high-speed series connectors.
What are the specifications of TFC-135-02-L-D?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 8.65 |
| Additional Feature | SHROUDED |
| Connector Type | BOARD STACKING CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (10) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 2 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 3.1A |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Termination Type | SOLDER |
| Total Number of Contacts | 70 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
Where can I find the TFC-135-02-L-D datasheet?
TFC-135-02-L-D Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for TFC-135-02-L-D?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What contact finish does TFC-135-02-L-D use and how does it affect connection reliability?
The TFC-135-02-L-D uses gold-plated mating contacts (10 µin minimum) on phosphor bronze contact bodies with a nickel barrier and tin termination finish. Gold mating surfaces ensure low and stable contact resistance across the 70 positions, reducing signal degradation in fine-pitch 0.050" board stacking applications.
Why does the shrouded housing of TFC-135-02-L-D benefit modular embedded systems?
The shrouded connector body of TFC-135-02-L-D provides polarization and mechanical contact protection during mating, preventing misalignment on the 70-position 0.050" pitch interface. This is valuable in modular embedded systems where daughtercards may be inserted and removed in the field or during system configuration.
In what ways is TFC-135-02-L-D more cost-effective than premium SAMTEC high-speed stacking connectors?
TFC-135-02-L-D is from the Tiger Eye cost-effective series, which optimizes material and plating specifications for standard signal applications rather than multi-gigabit high-speed interfaces. Buyers get 70 contacts at 0.050" pitch with gold mating contacts and phosphor bronze construction at a lower per-unit cost than Razor Beam or high-speed mezzanine series connectors.
Is TFC-135-02-L-D compatible with RoHS-compliant lead-free PCB assembly processes?
Yes. The TFC-135-02-L-D carries a Pb-free (RoHS-compliant) designation. Its tin-over-nickel termination finish and phosphor bronze contacts are compatible with standard lead-free reflow soldering at peak temperatures of 260°C, supporting modern environmentally compliant SMT manufacturing.
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