TFM-130-32-S-D Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TFM-130-32-S-D is a surface mount rectangular connector header manufactured by Samtec Inc. within the Tiger Eye™ TFM series. This 60-position, dual-row connector operates at 0.050" (1.27mm) pitch and is designed for board-to-board or cable applications with push-pull fastening. The part is active in production status with full RoHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Substitute parts are identified when design requirements permit variations in insulation height or mounting features while maintaining core electrical and mechanical compatibility across the TFM-130 base product family.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	TFM-130-32-S-D
Manufacturer	Samtec Inc.
Series	Tiger Eye™ TFM
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	60
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.050" (1.27mm)
Insulation Height	0.435" (11.05mm)
Contact Length - Mating	0.139" (4.63mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold (30.0µin / 0.76µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating	2.9A per Contact
Voltage Rating	275VAC
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution within the TFM-130 family is determined by the following invariant parameters that must remain constant:

Connector type, contact type, and gender (Header, Male Pin)
Number of positions and rows (60 positions, 2 rows)
Pitch specifications (0.050" / 1.27mm mating pitch and row spacing)
Contact length, shape, and material (0.139" mating length, square, phosphor bronze)
Contact finish specifications (gold mating, tin post)
Mounting type and termination (surface mount, solder)
Fastening type (push-pull)
Shrouding configuration (shrouded 4-wall)
Electrical ratings (2.9A per contact, 275VAC)
Operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C)
Material compliance (UL94 V-0, ROHS3, MSL 1)

Substitution is permitted when the following parameters differ:

Insulation height (0.290", 0.360", or 0.435")
Mounting features (board guide, board lock, pick and place capability)

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Insulation Height	Features	Inventory	REACH Status
TFM-130-32-S-D	0.435" (11.05mm)	None	1160 Pcs	Not specified
TFM-130-12-S-D-A	0.290" (7.37mm)	Board Guide	1200 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-12-S-D-A-P	0.290" (7.37mm)	Board Guide, Pick and Place	782 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-12-S-D-LC	0.290" (7.37mm)	Board Lock	1160 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-22-S-D	0.360" (9.14mm)	None	763 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-22-S-D-A	0.360" (9.14mm)	Board Guide	1137 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-22-S-D-LC	0.360" (9.14mm)	Board Lock	1228 Pcs	Not specified
TFM-130-32-S-D-A	0.435" (11.05mm)	Board Guide	909 Pcs	REACH Unaffected
TFM-130-32-S-D-LC	0.435" (11.05mm)	Board Lock	730 Pcs	REACH Unaffected

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts within the TFM-130 family maintain active product status and full ROHS3 compliance. Selection between TFM-130-32-S-D and its substitutes depends on PCB design requirements for insulation height clearance and mounting feature compatibility.

For applications requiring the 0.435" (11.05mm) insulation height of the main part, TFM-130-32-S-D-A provides board guide functionality and TFM-130-32-S-D-LC provides board lock functionality. Both maintain identical electrical and thermal specifications.

For applications permitting reduced insulation height, the 0.290" (7.37mm) TFM-130-12 variants and 0.360" (9.14mm) TFM-130-22 variants offer alternative mounting features. These height reductions do not affect electrical performance, current capacity, or voltage ratings.

Parts with REACH Unaffected status documentation provide additional regulatory clarity for supply chain compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TFM-130-12-S-D-A be used as a direct replacement for TFM-130-32-S-D?

A: Electrical and mechanical compatibility is maintained. The primary difference is insulation height: TFM-130-12-S-D-A measures 0.290" (7.37mm) versus 0.435" (11.05mm) for TFM-130-32-S-D. Substitution is valid only if PCB layout accommodates the reduced height and if board guide functionality is acceptable for the application.

Q: What is the difference between board guide and board lock features?

A: Board guide (-A suffix) provides alignment assistance during mating. Board lock (-LC suffix) provides mechanical retention after mating. Both are optional features that do not affect electrical specifications. Selection depends on mechanical assembly requirements.

Q: Are all TFM-130 variants compatible with the same mating connector?

A: Yes. All variants share identical pitch (0.050" / 1.27mm), row spacing (0.050" / 1.27mm), contact type (male pin), and contact length (0.139" / 4.63mm). Mating compatibility is maintained across all insulation height variants.

Q: Does insulation height affect electrical performance?

A: No. Insulation height is a mechanical dimension that does not alter current capacity (2.9A per contact), voltage rating (275VAC), or operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C).

Q: What does the pick and place feature in TFM-130-12-S-D-A-P provide?

A: Pick and place capability facilitates automated assembly processes. This feature does not affect electrical specifications or mating compatibility.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All parts listed maintain ROHS3 compliance. Some variants include documented REACH Unaffected status for additional regulatory verification.

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