TST-109-01-H-D SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

The TST-109-01-H-D is an 18-position dual-row shrouded PCB header from SAMTEC with 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch and 30 µin gold over nickel contact finish for high-cycle reliability. Its 1.2" body length and rectangular pin-socket contact style suit robust board-to-cable interconnects. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.

ACTIVEConnectorVerified Jul 2026
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TST-109-01-H-DOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
SAMTEC
Package
Other
Pin Count
18
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Connector
Price
From $2.0738(MOQ 1)
Temp Range
-55.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of TST-109-01-H-D?

  • 18-position dual-row shrouded header at 0.100" (2.54 mm) pitch with 1.2" body length for high-channel-count board-to-cable connectivity
  • Heavy gold plating of 30 µin over nickel on square-pin contacts delivers superior corrosion resistance and low contact resistance over thousands of mating cycles
  • Shrouded polarized housing prevents mis-mating and protects all 18 male pins during cable connection and disconnection
  • 0.485" body depth accommodates standard ribbon cable connectors and IDC assemblies for rapid harness termination

What is TST-109-01-H-D used for?

The TST-109-01-H-D is designed for board-to-cable interconnects in industrial automation, test and measurement equipment, and embedded computing systems requiring reliable 18-signal interfaces. The shrouded dual-row layout with heavy gold contacts supports high-cycle applications such as field-serviceable instrument modules and programmable logic controller I/O boards. It is also well-suited for development platforms and rack-mount systems where IDC ribbon cables carry digital and mixed-signal buses at 0.100" pitch.

What are the specifications of TST-109-01-H-D?

YTEOL9.1
Body Breadth0.365inch
Body Depth0.485inch
Body Length1.2inch
Connector TypeBOARD CONNECTOR
Contact Finish MatingGOLD (30) OVER NICKEL
Contact Finish TerminationGold (Au) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier
Contact GenderMALE
Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
Contact StyleSQ PIN-SKT
DIN ConformanceNO
Filter FeatureNO
IEC ConformanceNO
Insulation Resistance5000000000Ω
Insulator ColorBLACK
Insulator MaterialGLASS FILLED POLYESTER
JESD-609 Codee4
MIL ConformanceNO
Mating Contact Pitch0.1inch
Mating Contact Row Spacing0.1inch
Mating InformationMULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE
Mixed ContactsNO
Mounting Option 1LOCKING
Mounting StyleSTRAIGHT
Mounting TypeBOARD
Number Of ConnectorsONE
Number Of PCB Rows2
Number of Rows Loaded2
OptionGENERAL PURPOSE
PCB Contact PatternRECTANGULAR
PCB Contact Row Spacing2.54mm
Plating Thickness30u inch
Polarization KeyPOLARIZATION NOTCH
Terminal Length0.115inch
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Termination TypeSOLDER
Total Number of Contacts18
PackageOther

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8536.69.40.40
Country of OriginMalaysia, USA

Where can I find the TST-109-01-H-D datasheet?

TST-109-01-H-D Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for TST-109-01-H-D?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the TST-109-01-H-D use 30 µin gold plating instead of the more common 10 µin for its 18 contacts?

The TST-109-01-H-D specifies 30 µin gold over nickel on all 18 contact positions to support higher mating cycle counts, typically exceeding 500 cycles, compared to 10 µin gold which degrades faster in frequent-connect applications. This heavier gold plating is specified for test and measurement equipment, field-serviceable modules, and industrial control panels where connectors are mated and unmated regularly throughout a multi-year service life.

How does the shrouded design of the TST-109-01-H-D prevent wiring errors in an 18-position dual-row cable harness?

The polarized shroud on the TST-109-01-H-D physically constrains the mating cable connector to one correct orientation, preventing reversed or offset insertion across all 18 positions at 0.100" pitch. In a dual-row 18-pin harness carrying mixed power and signal lines, incorrect insertion could short power rails to signal pins, causing immediate circuit damage. The shroud eliminates this risk, making the connector suitable for field technicians assembling complex cable looms.

For an 18-channel PLC I/O board, how does the TST-109-01-H-D's 1.2" body fit alongside other connectors on a constrained PCB?

The TST-109-01-H-D's 1.2" body length houses 9 positions per row at 0.100" pitch in a footprint of 1.2" x 0.485", which fits within the width of a standard DIN-rail PLC I/O module. Designers can place multiple TST-109-01-H-D headers end-to-end along the PCB edge to expand channel count in 18-signal increments, enabling scalable I/O configurations without requiring custom connector solutions.

When is the TST-109-01-H-D a more cost-effective choice than a 20-pin shrouded header for a prototype data acquisition board?

When a data acquisition design requires exactly 18 signals, specifying the TST-109-01-H-D avoids the waste of 2 unused positions in a 20-pin header, saving PCB routing area and reducing cable assembly complexity. For prototype runs, the TST-109-01-H-D is available individually at unit quantities from stock, with no minimum order requirement, allowing engineers to validate 18-channel signal interfaces quickly before committing to volume production.

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