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Low Profile 0.3mm Pitch Connectors For FPC

FH18 Series

sFeatures

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

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.

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.

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.

5. Variety of Contact Positions

The connectors are available with 17,21,25,27,39,45 and 51 contacts.

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.

1.8mm height above

the mounting surface

* LIF : Low insertion Force

* ZIF : Zero insertion Force

Non – ZIF Contact

FPC

Retention of FPC

FPC insertion

direction

LIF terminal contacts

Connection completed

ZIF contact

Actuator closed