TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR is a SAMTEC Tiger Eye 88-position dual-row terminal strip with 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch. Designed for cost-effective, high-density board-to-board mating, it ships on tape-and-reel for automated assembly.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 88
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 88-position dual-row configuration at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for maximum contact density on space-constrained PCBs
- Tiger Eye cost-effective terminal strip design providing reliable electrical connection in high-volume production assemblies
- Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging supporting automated pick-and-place SMT manufacturing for improved throughput and reduced handling errors
Applications
The TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR is used in high-density board-to-board interconnect applications such as mezzanine card assemblies, backplane expansion modules, and FPGA daughter boards requiring 88 differential or single-ended signal contacts in a compact 0.050 inch pitch footprint. Its dual-row layout makes it well suited for test and measurement equipment, industrial control cards, and communication hardware where signal count per unit area is critical. The tape-and-reel packaging enables seamless integration into high-volume SMT production lines.
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
How many positions does the TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR provide, and what is its contact pitch?
The TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR features 88 positions arranged in a dual-row configuration at a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch. This compact spacing allows 88 signal or power contacts to fit within a small PCB footprint, making it ideal for high-density mezzanine and board-stacking applications where limited board real estate must accommodate many connections.
Which board-to-board stacking scenarios benefit most from the TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR terminal strip design?
Applications requiring dense parallel signal routing between a host board and a daughter card—such as FPGA expansion cards, high-speed memory modules, and industrial I/O boards—benefit most. The 88-contact, 0.050 inch pitch dual-row strip delivers 144 total contact positions per mated pair, accommodating address, data, and control buses simultaneously without requiring multiple smaller connectors.
Does TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR support automated assembly, and what packaging format is supplied?
Yes, the -TR suffix indicates the TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR is supplied on tape-and-reel, which is compatible with automated SMT pick-and-place equipment. This packaging format reduces manual handling, minimizes placement errors, and supports high-volume PCB assembly workflows typical in telecommunications, automotive electronics, and consumer device manufacturing.
How does the Tiger Eye terminal strip series compare to standard pin-header connectors for cost-sensitive designs?
SAMTEC's Tiger Eye series is specifically engineered as a cost-effective alternative to higher-grade board-stacking connectors while maintaining reliable contact performance at 0.050 inch pitch. For budget-constrained designs needing 88 or more positions, TFC-144-02-FM-D-A-K-TR provides a lower-cost SMT solution compared to high-speed differential array connectors, without sacrificing basic signal integrity at moderate data rates below 1 GHz.
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