Low Profile 0.3mm Pitch Connectors For FPC
FH18 Series
1.8mm
1.8mm height above
the mounting surface
sFeatures
LIF terminal contacts
1. Low profile 0.3mm pitch FPC connectors
In response to continuous miniturization of products, the demand for
smaller contact spacing on connectors is increasing. Flexible printed
circuits(FPC) with contact pitch of 0.3mm are used with increased
frequency. FH18 series connectors fullfill this requirement. In
addition, these connectors occupy less board space and are lighter
than comparable connectors with contacts spaced at 0.5mm.
2. Improved Retention of FPC
FPC insertion
direction
FPC
Non – ZIF Contact
Two types of contacts design are combined in the FH18 connector,
zero insertion force(ZIF) and low insertion force(LIF). Inserted FPC is
held in place by the LIF contact, allowing operator to close down the
actuator and engage the ZIF contacts to assure complete connection.
Retention of FPC
3. Easy to use Flip-Lock Actuator
Flip-lock (rotating type) ZIF mechanism enables good connectivity of
FPC by a simple operation and light force. No board space is required
for flip lock operation as compared to slide lock ZIF connectors.
Connection completed
4. Placement on Board
The leads are on two sides of the connector, spaced on 0.6mm and
are visible for solder joint inspection. Flat top surface of the connector
allows board placement with automated equipment.
Actuator closed
5. Variety of Contact Positions
The connectors are available with 17,21,25,27,39,45 and 51 contacts.
ZIF contact
sApplications
Notebook computers, printers, PDAs, digital cameras and other
compact devices for interconnecting the main circuit board with the
LCD, PDP (Plasma Display),HDD or other device.
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* LIF : Low insertion Force
* ZIF : Zero insertion Force
