TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

SAMTEC TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR is a high-reliability Tiger Eye dual-row terminal strip with 0.050 inch pitch, 88 positions, low-profile male contacts, and tape-and-reel packaging for high-density low-height board stacking and mezzanine card interconnection in space-critical electronics.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jun 2026
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TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TROther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
88
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR?

  • Dual-row 88-position Tiger Eye terminal strip at 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch for ultra-high-density mezzanine and daughter card stacking in a 2.2 inch footprint
  • Low-profile male (LM) contact configuration minimizes board-to-board stacking height, supporting stack gaps as low as 2 mm in compact embedded modules
  • Tape-and-reel (TR) packaging with SMT-compatible termination enables high-throughput automated pick-and-place assembly in volume connector production

What is TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR used for?

The TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR is engineered for high-density low-profile board stacking in FPGA mezzanine modules, compact server blade interconnects, and defense avionics systems that require 88-position 0.050 inch pitch dual-row terminal strips. Its Tiger Eye contact system delivers reliable wiping engagement across the 88-pin interface for high-speed signal integrity at multi-GHz data rates in stacked PCB configurations. The tape-and-reel format and SMT-compatible design support automated production in high-volume telecommunications and embedded computing manufacturing environments.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR datasheet?

TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many positions does the TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR provide, and what is the row-length footprint at 0.050 inch pitch?

The TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR provides 88 total positions in a dual-row layout with 44 contacts per row on a 0.050 inch (1.27 mm) pitch, resulting in a row length of approximately 2.2 inches. This compact footprint enables designers to route 88 signals across stacked PCBs in less board area than a comparable 0.100 inch pitch 44-position dual-row connector.

For a defense avionics board stacking design, how does the TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR perform under vibration and temperature cycling?

SAMTEC Tiger Eye connectors including the TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR are rated for operation across temperature ranges from -55°C to +125°C, covering MIL-spec avionics thermal requirements. The dual-wipe Tiger Eye contact geometry maintains contact resistance below 20 mΩ under vibration profiles up to 10 G, making the connector suitable for DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 qualified avionics line-replaceable unit designs.

When should an engineer select the TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR over the TFM-144-22-LM-D-A-P-TR for a mezzanine card design?

The TFM-144-12-LM-D-A-P-TR uses a -12 series suffix indicating a shorter mating pin length (approximately 1.5 mm stub) for minimal stacking height, whereas the -22 series provides a longer 2.5 mm pin for greater stack height clearance. Select the -12 variant when the board-to-board gap must stay under 3 mm and when the mated system height budget is below 5 mm in compact FPGA or networking mezzanine applications.

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