TSM-106-03-S-SH-A SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TSM-106-03-S-SH-A is a 6-position single-row horizontal surface mount terminal strip with 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch, 30 µin gold over 50 µin nickel contact finish, and peg board mounting for secure alignment. It delivers reliable low-profile signal connections for space-constrained PCB designs. Available from authorized global distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 6
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TSM-106-03-S-SH-A Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 6-position single-row horizontal layout on 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch enables low-profile SMT signal connections on compact PCBs
- 30 µin gold over 50 µin nickel contact finish provides superior corrosion resistance and reliable low-resistance mating performance
- Peg board mounting option and tin-over-nickel termination ensure consistent soldering alignment and strong mechanical retention during reflow
Applications
The TSM-106-03-S-SH-A is used in compact embedded system headers, low-pin-count sensor interface connectors, and industrial control I/O boards where a horizontal surface mount 6-position strip on a 0.100" pitch is required. Its gold-plated contacts support repeated mating cycles in test fixture and development board applications. The connector also appears in consumer electronics prototyping, portable instruments, and communication module edge connectors needing a reliable small-count SMT header.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 9.1 |
| Board Mounting Option | PEG |
| Body Breadth | 0.12inch |
| Body Depth | 0.29inch |
| Body Length | 0.6inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Design | PREASSEM CONN |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD (30) OVER NICKEL (50) |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Insulator Color | BLACK |
| Insulator Material | LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.1inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | RIGHT ANGLE |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 1 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 1 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Plating Thickness | 30u inch |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 7A |
| Reference Standard | CSA; UL |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 6 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What contact finish does the TSM-106-03-S-SH-A use, and how does it affect connector reliability?
The TSM-106-03-S-SH-A uses 30 µin gold plating over a 50 µin nickel barrier on the mating contacts, combined with tin-over-nickel on the termination, providing excellent corrosion resistance and low contact resistance across all 6 positions; this finish supports multiple mating cycles without degradation, which is critical for test fixture and development board applications.
For a compact sensor interface PCB design, how does the TSM-106-03-S-SH-A's horizontal orientation reduce board height?
The horizontal (SH) orientation of the TSM-106-03-S-SH-A positions mating contacts parallel to the PCB surface, reducing the connector's vertical profile compared to vertical-mount headers; with a body depth of approximately 0.29 inch and a 0.100" pitch over 6 positions, it minimizes enclosure height constraints in compact sensor modules and handheld instruments.
When should a designer select TSM-106-03-S-SH-A over a vertical-mount 6-position header in a communication module design?
A designer should choose the TSM-106-03-S-SH-A horizontal variant over a vertical header when the mating connector must engage from the side of the PCB — for example, in slot-in communication modules or edge-card designs where 6 signals must be connected from the board edge at 0.100" pitch while keeping the total assembly height below the PCB plane clearance limit.
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