TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K is an 84-position Tiger Eye cost-effective terminal strip with 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch, dual-row surface-mount design with long machined contacts providing dependable mating performance in dense PCB interconnect assemblies.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-KOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
84
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K?

  • 84-position dual-row layout at 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch enables very high pin-count board interconnects in a compact footprint
  • Tiger Eye machined contact design delivers reliable normal force and low contact resistance across 200+ mating cycles
  • Long machined (LM) contacts offer deeper insertion depth for improved board-to-board alignment tolerance
  • Gold-plated interface and cost-effective construction provide Samtec quality at reduced per-pin cost for volume production

What is TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K used for?

The TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K is designed for high-density mezzanine and daughter-card assemblies where 84 signal lines must be routed between stacked PCBs using a 1.27 mm pitch footprint. It is used in FPGA development platforms, multi-channel data acquisition boards, and server expansion modules demanding reliable contact integrity. The long machined contact variant provides extra mechanical stability during mating in vibration-sensitive industrial and telecom enclosures.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K datasheet?

TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What differentiates the long machined (LM) contact option of TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K from the standard contact variant?

The LM designation indicates long machined contacts that extend deeper into the mating connector by approximately 0.5 mm compared to standard contacts, improving board-to-board alignment and retention force. This additional depth reduces the risk of partial mating in vibration environments and is rated for 200+ mating cycles with 30 µin minimum gold plating on the mating area.

How many signals can the TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K route and what board footprint does it occupy?

The TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K provides 84 positions arranged in 2 rows of 42 contacts each, spaced at 0.050" (1.27 mm) pitch. The dual-row footprint spans approximately 53 mm in length and under 4 mm in width, allowing 84 signal or power lines in a footprint smaller than many 50-position single-row alternatives on standard PCB layouts.

For which high-density computing or instrumentation designs is the TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K a suitable choice?

This 84-position, 1.27 mm pitch terminal strip is well suited to FPGA mezzanine cards conforming to VITA 57.1 FMC standards, multi-channel signal digitizers, industrial motion-control backplanes, and network switch line cards where routing more than 80 differential or single-ended signals between boards is required within a constrained board area of less than 60 mm.

Is the TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K compatible with standard SMT reflow soldering processes?

Yes, the TFC-142-02-LM-D-A-K is designed for SMT mounting and is compatible with standard convection reflow soldering profiles up to 260°C peak temperature per IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 guidelines. The housing material is rated to withstand solder reflow temperatures, and the gold-plated contacts maintain surface integrity after a single reflow pass for 84-pin coplanar solder joints.

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