Samtec Series Straight Surface PCB Socket, 40-Contact, 2 Row, 0.8 mm Pitch, 2.2A, 318V, Liquid Crystal Polymer Housing ERF8

Samtec ERF8 Series Straight Surface PCB Socket ERF8 is a high-performance rugged high-speed socket strip designed for board-to-board applications. It features 40 contacts in 2 rows with a precise 0.8 mm pitch, supporting current ratings up to 2.2 amperes and voltages as high as 318 volts. The housing is constructed from Liquid Crystal Polymer, offering excellent mechanical strength and thermal stability.

This surface mount socket has a straight orientation that facilitates reliable solder connections on PCBs. It possesses a stacking height of 18 mm and a row pitch of 4.5 mm, carefully engineered for optimal physical and electrical performance. The contacts are made with beryllium copper alloy and plated with gold, ensuring superior conductivity, reduced contact resistance, and long-lasting durability under repeated mating cycles.

The operating temperature span of -55°C to 125°C makes this socket suitable for demanding industrial, electronic, and telecommunications applications where environmental conditions vary widely. It incorporates Samtec's Rugged Edge Rate® contact technology, which maintains excellent contact force and wear characteristics for high-speed data transmission and robust electrical connections.

The socket supports 40 contacts arranged in 2 rows. Employs a solder termination type for secure mounting. Made from Liquid Crystal Polymer housing material for stability. Stacking height varies between 7 mm and 16 mm. Operates between -55°C and 125°C temperature range.

Gold-plated beryllium copper alloy contacts provide reliable conductivity. Suitable for board-to-board connector system integration. Compatible with high-speed electronic and industrial hardware designs.

This PCB socket is ideal for industrial electronics, telecommunications equipment, and manufacturing lines requiring dependable, high-speed, and high-density interconnections. Samtec's ERF8 series provides a robust solution to complex connectivity challenges in advanced electronic designs.

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