TST-103-03-T-D SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC TST-103-03-T-D is a 6-position, dual-row, shrouded PCB header with 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch, featuring tin-over-nickel contacts for reliable mating and PCB through-hole termination. Available in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 6
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TST-103-03-T-D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $0.5083(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 6-position dual-row shrouded PCB header with 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch for compact, high-density board-to-board interconnects
- Tin (Sn) over Nickel (Ni) contact finish on both mating and termination sides ensures low contact resistance and corrosion resistance
- Shrouded housing provides polarization and mechanical protection, preventing mis-mating in automated assembly environments
- Rectangular sq pin-socket contact pattern compatible with standard 2.54 mm grid PCB layouts and a wide range of mating sockets
Applications
TST-103-03-T-D is widely used in industrial control boards, embedded development platforms, and test-and-measurement instruments that require reliable 6-position dual-row interconnects at 0.100" pitch. Its shrouded, polarized housing makes it suitable for backplane and daughtercard assemblies where accidental mis-insertion must be prevented. The through-hole solder termination delivers robust mechanical retention in high-vibration environments such as robotics and automotive test rigs.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 9.1 |
| Body Breadth | 0.365inch |
| Body Depth | 0.365inch |
| Body Length | 0.6inch |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | TIN (200) OVER NICKEL |
| Contact Finish Termination | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Insulation Resistance | 5000000000Ω |
| Insulator Color | BLACK |
| Insulator Material | GLASS FILLED POLYESTER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.1inch |
| Mating Contact Row Spacing | 0.1inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Option 1 | LOCKING |
| 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 | 2.54mm |
| Polarization Key | POLARIZATION NOTCH |
| Terminal Length | 0.565inch |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Termination Type | SOLDER |
| 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 is the contact pitch and row configuration of the TST-103-03-T-D connector?
TST-103-03-T-D is a dual-row, 6-position shrouded PCB header with a 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch. It has 3 positions per row, giving a total of 6 contacts arranged in the standard rectangular sq pin-socket pattern compatible with 2.54 mm grid PCBs.
Which PCB assembly environments benefit most from the shrouded housing of the TST-103-03-T-D?
The polarized shrouded housing on TST-103-03-T-D prevents mis-mating during automated SMT or through-hole assembly, making it ideal for industrial control boards, backplane systems, and daughtercard assemblies where 6-position dual-row connectors are repeatedly inserted and removed. The shroud adds mechanical protection that is especially valuable in high-vibration environments operating across temperature ranges typical of -40°C to +85°C industrial service.
How does the tin-over-nickel contact finish on the TST-103-03-T-D affect long-term reliability?
Both the mating and termination contacts use Tin (Sn) with a Nickel (Ni) barrier, a finish that provides at least 200 micro-inches of tin plating. This combination yields low contact resistance, strong corrosion resistance, and compatibility with standard tin-based solder processes, extending connector service life in environments with moderate humidity and temperature cycling up to 85°C.
When should a designer choose TST-103-03-T-D over an unshrouded 6-position header for a motor-control PCB?
For motor-control PCBs that experience vibration amplitudes above 5 G or require frequent field connector swaps, TST-103-03-T-D's shrouded housing offers polarization and mechanical keying that unshrouded headers lack. The shroud reduces the risk of accidental 180-degree mis-mating, which can damage ICs or sensors connected to the 6 pins, especially in 24 V or 48 V powered control rails.
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