Restore the structural integrity of a Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE (SM-T825) in black with this genuine Samsung middle frame replacement, part number GH96-10722A. This is the internal metal chassis that sits between the Super AMOLED display and the glass back cover, providing structural rigidity to the tablet and mounting points for the mainboard, battery, S Pen digitizer, cellular antennas, SIM tray, cameras, speakers, and all internal components. This is the LTE-specific chassis with cellular antenna cutouts — not interchangeable with the WiFi-only variant. Supplied brand new in original Samsung service pack packaging.

The Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE, released in 2017 as Samsung's premium 9.7-inch cellular tablet with S Pen support, was built around a precision metal chassis bonded to a Super AMOLED display on the front and a glass back cover. When the tablet suffers impact damage from a drop, the middle frame is often bent, cracked, or distorted — preventing proper display alignment, back cover adhesion, and S Pen digitizer fitment. This genuine service pack part is the same component Samsung's authorised repair centres use for chassis replacement on LTE variants.

Common Faults Resolved

• Bent or distorted chassis from drop or impact damage
• Cracked metal frame affecting structural integrity
• Damaged corners preventing proper LCD or back cover fitment
• Bent camera bezel cutout affecting rear camera alignment
• Damaged speaker grille or button cutouts
• Misaligned port, SIM tray, and connector cutouts
• Damaged cellular antenna mounting points
• Internal mounting points damaged from prior failed repair
• Visible cosmetic damage on the visible frame edges
• Failed prior repair using a poor-quality aftermarket chassis

Key Features

• Genuine Samsung service pack part — the same component used by Samsung's authorised repair centres
• Samsung part number GH96-10722A — verified original specification, LTE black variant
• LTE-specific chassis with cellular antenna cutouts and SIM tray cutout
• Precision metal chassis matches the factory specification for fit and finish
• All cutouts and mounting points match the original frame exactly
• Black colour variant — matches Black Galaxy Tab S3 LTE devices
• Brand new condition — unused, supplied in original Samsung packaging
• Mounting points for S Pen digitizer flex preserved
• Used during full chassis rebuild — ideal for refurbishment of impact-damaged LTE tablets
• UK trade dispatch with fast delivery to UK repair shops
• 30-day warranty on this genuine Samsung service pack part

Compatible With

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE — SM-T825 (LTE, International)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE — SM-T825Y (LTE Australia)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE — SM-T825X (LTE regional variants)

Not Compatible With

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 WiFi — SM-T820 (WiFi-only model has no cellular antenna cutouts or SIM tray cutout, different chassis)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Verizon — SM-T827V (US LTE variant with different antenna configuration)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE Silver / Grey variant — that's a different part number for the LTE chassis in silver
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 (SM-T810, SM-T815) — predecessor model with different chassis
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 (SM-T830, SM-T835) — successor model with completely different chassis
• Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 (SM-T550, SM-T555) — different product line, plastic chassis

What's Included

• 1 x Genuine Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 LTE middle frame chassis in black (Samsung GH96-10722A), brand new in Samsung service packaging

Important Notes

• Genuine Service Pack: this is a brand new genuine Samsung part supplied in original Samsung packaging. Service pack chassis parts ensure perfect fitment for the AMOLED display, back cover, and all internal components.
• LTE variant only: this chassis is specifically for the SM-T825 LTE model. The WiFi-only SM-T820 requires a different chassis (GH96-10971B for silver or alternative GH for black) without cellular antenna cutouts and SIM tray cutout.
• Complete tablet rebuild required: middle frame replacement is one of the most invasive Samsung tablet repairs — it requires removing the LCD assembly, mainboard, battery, all flex cables, speakers, cameras, cellular antennas, SIM tray mechanism, and the back cover. Allow significant time for the procedure.
• Disconnect the battery before transfer to prevent short circuits during component transfer. The Tab S3 has a 6,000mAh internal battery that must be disconnected at the mainboard before any work.
• Heat application required: the Tab S3's AMOLED display and back glass are bonded to the existing chassis with adhesive. Use a heat plate or controlled heat gun (60-80°C) and suction tools to separate components from the damaged chassis safely.
• Replacement adhesive required: after fitting components to the new