TFM-120-32-L-D-P SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TFM-120-32-L-D-P is a 40-position, 0.050" pitch high-reliability Tiger Eye surface-mount terminal strip in a vertical dual-row configuration with enhanced lead-protrusion contacts. Gold-plated Tiger Eye contacts deliver superior mating reliability at 0.050" pitch for high-density board stacking in space-constrained applications. Available from stock worldwide with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 40
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TFM-120-32-L-D-P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $4.5200(MOQ 250)
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TFM-120-32-L-D-P?
- 40-position 0.050" pitch dual-row surface-mount terminal strip with Tiger Eye high-reliability contact technology
- Enhanced Lead Protrusion (E.L.P.) contacts increase solder joint strength for robust SMT attachment in vibration environments
- Vertical SMT configuration enables compact 1.325" board length footprint for high-density board stacking applications
What is TFM-120-32-L-D-P used for?
The TFM-120-32-L-D-P is designed for high-reliability board stacking and daughter-card interconnects in space-constrained embedded systems, military electronics, and medical devices requiring 40-position signal connectivity at 0.050" pitch. Tiger Eye contact technology ensures consistent low-resistance mating across hundreds of insertion cycles, supporting demanding industrial and aerospace applications. The SMT vertical footprint with a 1.325" body length maximizes signal density while minimizing PCB area usage.
What are the specifications of TFM-120-32-L-D-P?
| YTEOL | 8.75 |
| Additional Feature | E.L.P., TIGER EYE |
| Body Breadth | 0.225inch |
| Body Depth | 0.435inch |
| Body Length | 1.325inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD STACKING CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Material | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.05inch |
| Mating Contact Row Spacing | 0.05inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 2 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 2 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| PCB Contact Row Spacing | 3.429mm |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 3.2A |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 40 |
| 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 TFM-120-32-L-D-P datasheet?
TFM-120-32-L-D-P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for TFM-120-32-L-D-P?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tiger Eye contact technology in TFM-120-32-L-D-P offer over standard stamped contacts at 0.050" pitch?
Tiger Eye contacts in the TFM-120-32-L-D-P use a machined contact design with a precision-formed eye shape that provides multiple redundant contact points per pin at 0.050 inch pitch. This design maintains contact resistance below 20 mΩ over 500 or more mating cycles, compared to 50 to 100 mating cycle ratings typical of standard stamped contacts, making it preferred for high-reliability industrial, military, and medical board stacking applications.
How does the 0.050" pitch of TFM-120-32-L-D-P compare to 0.100" pitch connectors for board stacking density?
The 0.050 inch pitch of TFM-120-32-L-D-P places contacts at half the spacing of standard 0.100 inch pitch connectors, enabling 40 positions within a 1.325 inch body length versus approximately 2.0 inches required at 0.100 inch pitch. This 35% reduction in footprint length directly increases PCB area available for other components, a critical advantage in dense computing modules, RF front-end boards, and miniaturized embedded controller designs.
What role does the Enhanced Lead Protrusion (E.L.P.) feature play in TFM-120-32-L-D-P SMT solder joint reliability?
The Enhanced Lead Protrusion (E.L.P.) feature on TFM-120-32-L-D-P extends the SMT termination leads beyond the standard length, increasing the solder fillet area by approximately 25% compared to non-E.L.P. variants. Larger solder fillets improve peel strength and shear resistance, reducing the risk of solder joint cracking in assemblies subject to thermal cycling from -40°C to +85°C or mechanical shock, which is essential for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications.
When is TFM-120-32-L-D-P a better choice than a wire-to-board alternative for 40-position connections?
TFM-120-32-L-D-P is preferred over wire-to-board alternatives when the application requires direct board-to-board stacking at 0.050 inch pitch with consistent impedance across all 40 positions and no cable harness assembly overhead. In high-frequency designs operating above 1 GHz, direct board stacking eliminates the added inductance and length variation of individual wire connections, maintaining signal integrity in RF modules, high-speed data converters, and radar front-end assemblies.
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