Obsolete – sourcing this 36-position mezzanine receptacle
The DF12C(3.0)-36DS-0.5V(81): This is a 0.50mm pitch, 36-position receptacle with center strip contacts in two rows, designed for a 3mm mated stacking height — the gap between boards is fixed at 3mm, so the mating plug must match that stack height exactly.
0.50mm pitch, 36 circuits, 3mm stack
The 0.50mm pitch and 36 positions define the PCB footprint — the pad layout is tight, and routing density is high. The 3mm mated stacking height is the only stack option in this order code; the DF12 series offers other heights, but this variant is locked to 3mm. Surface mount termination with Tape & Reel packaging for automated assembly.
Sourcing an obsolete DF12C part
Obsolete status means no new production from Hirose. We source this part per RFQ from multi-distributor and broker networks — pricing and lead time vary with available inventory. No official successor has been published by Hirose for this exact order code.