TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
The TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A is a Samtec 5-position single-row horizontal surface-mount terminal strip on 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch, with a shrouded and friction-mate interface. It provides reliable wire-to-board or board-to-board connectivity for signal and low-voltage power applications in compact SMT designs.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 5-position single-row horizontal layout on 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch optimizes board-edge cable exit routing in surface-mount designs
- Shrouded polarized housing prevents connector mis-insertion and protects contacts during repeated mating in production environments
- Friction-mate termination style eliminates the need for ejector levers while ensuring sufficient contact retention force
- Surface-mount footprint enables full SMT reflow assembly, removing hand-soldering steps from high-volume PCB manufacturing
- Compatible with Samtec TSW series mating receptacles for a complete, characterized connector pair with tested insertion force
Applications
The TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A is used for board-edge cable exits in embedded controller boards, sensor breakout modules, and compact IoT gateway hardware where a horizontal 5-pin SMT connector conserves vertical clearance. Its shrouded 0.100" pitch format is compatible with standard ribbon cable assemblies and discrete wire harnesses commonly found in industrial and consumer electronics designs. Medical diagnostic devices and handheld instruments also utilize this connector series for reliable signal routing in space-constrained SMT layouts.
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 what pitch does the TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A offer for PCB layout planning?
The TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A provides 5 positions in a single-row configuration on a 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch. This results in an overall mated length of approximately 12.7 mm for the contact row, occupying minimal PCB real estate at the board edge and fitting within the footprint of standard 5-pin 0.100" pitch headers used across embedded and consumer electronics designs.
What current and voltage ratings should engineers plan around when using TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A for power distribution?
Samtec TSM series connectors are typically rated for 3 A per contact at 250 V AC/DC, though thermal derating applies when multiple contacts carry current simultaneously. In a 5-position connector where 2 pins carry power and 3 carry signals, designers should limit each power pin to 1.5–2 A to keep contact temperature within the housing's rated limit, supporting 3.3 V and 5 V power rails common in embedded board designs.
How does the horizontal surface-mount orientation of TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A differ from vertical through-hole alternatives for board-edge cable routing?
The horizontal SMT orientation aligns the mating axis parallel to the PCB surface, routing cables away from the board edge at a 90-degree angle and reducing the height profile above the PCB compared to vertical connectors. This reduces the total assembly height by approximately 4–6 mm versus a vertical through-hole TSW variant, which is critical in slim enclosures where the PCB-to-lid clearance is under 10 mm.
For a compact sensor module with a 5-wire interface, when would TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A be preferred over screw-terminal or spring-cage alternatives?
TSM-105-01-FM-SH-A is preferred when the design requires SMT reflow assembly and repeated cable mating cycles without tools. Screw-terminal and spring-cage connectors require manual torqueing or a screwdriver, adding 15–30 seconds per unit in production. The friction-mate shrouded design mates and unmates in under 3 seconds with a standard 5-pin ribbon cable, making it more efficient for OEM modules where end-users connect sensor leads in the field.
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