TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC is a 4-position dual-row Tiger Eye™ surface mount vertical terminal strip with 0.050-inch (1.27 mm) pitch designed for high-reliability board-to-board and wire-to-board interconnect. Its precision contacts deliver secure mating in space-constrained SMT layouts requiring compact dual-row connectivity. Available from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 4
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 4-position dual-row SMT terminal strip at 0.050-inch (1.27 mm) pitch for high-density compact board-to-board interconnect
- Tiger Eye™ precision contact design delivers high-reliability mating performance for demanding industrial applications
- Vertical surface mount orientation simplifies automated pick-and-place and reflow soldering assembly
- Low-cost (LC) variant maintains Tiger Eye contact quality while optimizing price for high-volume production
Applications
The TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC is suited for compact board-to-board and mezzanine connections in industrial control modules, embedded computing, and telecommunications equipment where a 4-position 0.050-inch pitch terminal strip meets strict space and reliability requirements. Its surface mount vertical design enables automated assembly and tight PCB layouts in portable instruments and IoT edge devices. This terminal strip also serves in test fixture interconnects and daughter card applications requiring a reliable low-profile dual-row connector.
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 and at what pitch is the TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC terminal strip configured?
The TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC provides 4 pins arranged in 2 dual rows at a 0.050-inch (1.27 mm) pitch in a vertical surface mount orientation, offering a compact dual-row footprint for reliable high-density board-to-board terminal strip connections in space-constrained PCB designs.
Which industries and equipment types rely on the TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC Tiger Eye terminal strip?
Industrial control panels, embedded computing modules, telecommunications line cards, and test and measurement fixtures use this 4-pin, 0.050-inch pitch Tiger Eye terminal strip where a high-reliability dual-row SMT vertical interconnect is needed within a tight PCB layout.
When is the TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC preferred over through-hole terminal strips in PCB assembly?
The SMT vertical TFM-102-02-FM-D-LC with 4 pins at 0.050-inch pitch eliminates PCB drilling costs and supports fully automated pick-and-place and reflow processes, substantially reducing per-board assembly time and total cost compared to through-hole alternatives in production volumes exceeding several thousand boards.
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