TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA is a SAMTEC Tiger Eye high-reliability dual-row right-angle terminal strip with 0.050 inch pitch and 18 total contact positions. Designed for horizontal board-edge signal routing with LM-style surface-mount termination. Available from stock worldwide with fast shipping.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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TFM-109-02-LM-D-RAOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
18
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA?

  • 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch dual-row right-angle (RA) Tiger Eye terminal strip with 18 total positions, 9 per row, for horizontal PCB signal egress
  • LM surface-mount termination style provides a low mounting profile enabling board-edge connections in enclosures with tight vertical clearance below 5 mm
  • High-reliability Tiger Eye contact design maintains stable contact resistance from -55°C to +125°C for industrial and defense-grade applications

What is TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA used for?

TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA is used in right-angle board-edge interconnect applications where signals must exit a PCB horizontally without increasing board height, such as panel-mount interfaces in industrial instruments and embedded control systems. The 18-contact dual-row layout at 0.050 inch pitch enables compact signal breakout for low-pin-count interfaces including serial buses, sensor headers, and programming connectors. Its LM surface-mount termination and right-angle orientation suit slim enclosure designs where vertical stacking is not feasible.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA datasheet?

TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total pin count and pitch of TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA, and how is the RA suffix relevant?

TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA provides 18 total contact positions in a dual-row right-angle layout with 9 pins per row at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch. The RA suffix indicates right-angle orientation, meaning the connector body lies parallel to the PCB surface and signals exit horizontally, which is ideal for panel-mounted instruments and slim enclosure designs requiring lateral signal routing.

For a compact industrial sensor interface board, how does TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA's 18-position layout fit the design?

With 18 contact positions at 0.050 inch pitch in a dual-row right-angle configuration, TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA can accommodate a full SPI or I2C bus plus up to 12 additional analog or digital sensor channels. The right-angle body keeps the mated height below 5 mm, fitting slim DIN-rail enclosures or compact panel-mount instrument housings where vertical clearance is limited.

How does the LM termination style of TFM-109-02-LM-D-RA affect PCB land pattern and soldering process?

The LM termination style uses surface-mount gull-wing leads that extend from the connector body parallel to the PCB, producing a low-profile footprint requiring standard SMT reflow soldering at typical peak temperatures of 245°C to 260°C for lead-free paste. This approach eliminates through-hole drilling, simplifies the 0.050 inch pitch PCB land pattern, and is fully compatible with automated optical inspection after reflow, reducing assembly cost compared to through-hole variants.

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