TSM-109-03-T-DV-A

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The Samtec TSM-109-03-T-DV-A is a .100 (2.54 mm) pitch surface mount terminal strip featuring 18 positions in a dual-row configuration. It utilizes tin-plated phosphor bronze contacts with a straight pin termination style. The housing is constructed from black liquid crystal polymer (LCP), rated UL 94 V-0 for flammability. Electrical ratings include 495 VAC and a current capacity of 4.1 A to 5.4 A. Operating temperatures range from -55°C to +105°C, with a mating post length of 10.67 mm.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Surface mount design with mixed technology options for flexible processing
• Extended Life Product™ certification ensuring high reliability
• Compatible with standard post heights for universal socket mating

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-board interconnects
• Cable connections
• High-speed data transmission up to 8 Gbps

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official documentation to confirm contact plating and post height variations. Confirm RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level requirements prior to procurement. Ensure the selected variant matches the required operating temperature range and electrical ratings for the target application environment.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when a surface mount header with .100 inch spacing is required. Verify that the tin-plated contacts meet the environmental conditions. Check if the 10.67 mm post length aligns with the mating connector specifications. Consider the LCP insulation material properties for thermal stability during assembly.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the TSM series of flexible stacking solutions by Samtec. These headers are designed for surface mount applications, offering various row configurations and termination styles. The series supports high-density interconnect needs in compact electronic designs.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

TSM-109-03-G-DV-A differs by gold plating and higher temperature rating. TSM-109-02-TM-DV-A features shorter posts. Verify exact dimensional and electrical compatibility before substitution.