TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR is a high-reliability Tiger Eye dual-row terminal strip with 84 pins at .050" (1.27 mm) pitch, featuring through-hole and surface mount options for dense signal interconnect. Available in tape-and-reel from authorized distributors worldwide.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TROther
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 TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR?

  • 84-position dual-row .050" (1.27 mm) pitch Tiger Eye terminal strip for high-density SMT board-to-board signal routing
  • High-reliability Tiger Eye contact design provides consistent normal force over thousands of mating cycles for mission-critical applications
  • Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging with polarization (P) and alignment post (A) options enables accurate automated PCB assembly

What is TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR used for?

The TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR is designed for high-reliability board-to-board interconnect in aerospace, defense, and high-performance computing systems where 84 pins at .050" pitch deliver dense signal routing in a compact footprint. Its Tiger Eye contact system ensures stable low-resistance connections across extended temperature ranges, making it suitable for avionics modules and rugged industrial controllers. The alignment post and polarization features prevent mismatement during automated PCB assembly and field replacement.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR datasheet?

TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What pin count and pitch does the TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR provide for high-density interconnect designs?

The TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR offers 84 positions in a dual-row layout at .050" (1.27 mm) pitch, enabling high-density signal routing in a footprint roughly half the size of comparable 2.54 mm pitch connectors, making it ideal for FPGA mezzanine cards and compact embedded computing modules.

How does the Tiger Eye contact design in the TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR improve reliability compared to standard socket contacts?

The Tiger Eye contact system applies a consistent normal force across the mating interface, maintaining contact resistance below 20 milliohms over thousands of mate-unmate cycles, which is critical for high-cycle test fixtures, reconfigurable avionics modules, and other applications where connector wear is a long-term concern.

What do the A and P suffixes in TFM-142-12-LM-D-A-P-TR indicate, and why are they important for PCB assembly?

The A suffix designates an alignment post and the P suffix adds a polarization feature, together ensuring the connector seats correctly during automated pick-and-place assembly and preventing a 180-degree mismatement error that could damage 84 signal pins or reverse power supplies on populated boards.

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