FCI now offers a 0.20 mm pitch FPC connector with a 0.90 mm height. Designated the XL-Series, the FPC connector can withstand high cable-retention forces, making it ideal for consumer applications including mobile phones, smart phones, digital still cameras and other miniature consumer applications.
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"The miniaturization trend within the consumer segment is one of the driving forces behind development of an even smaller-pitch, lower-height flex connector design," said Akira Nakia, global product line director, FCI.
The connector's flipping actuator facilitates secure cable assembly with click actuation, and the XL-Series devices are available with cable lock. FCI integrated these features into the new connector design to ensure compatibility for automotive multimedia applications.
The XL-Series is currently available in a 29-contact version and can be assembled with a 0.2 mm-thick FPC cable. Various other contact versions will soon be available. For additional information on FCI's XL-Series, visit www.fciconnect.com/flex.
