FPC/FFC connectors support high-speed data

Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. has introduced a new flexible printed circuit (FPC)/flat flexible connector (FFC) family to support MIPI D-PHY (1.5 Gbits/s) and eDP1.3 (5.4 Gbits/s) specifications. The FH75M series FPC/FFC connectors support high-speed data in a small footprint, with a 0.4-mm pitch and a height of 2 mm.

(Source: Hirose Electric Co., Ltd.)

The FH75M Series features a two-point contact design with two independent springs that provide a wiping action to prevent contact failure from dust, dirt and other contaminants, providing high contact reliability in harsh environments. These FPC/FFC connectors can operate in high-temperature environments in automotive applications with an operating temperature of up to 125°C. They also offer resistance to shock and vibration, hydrogen and sulfur gasses, humidity and corrosion.

The connectors use a flip lock with FPC tab and housing-side catches that offer a high retention force of 51.4N. The flip-lock design delivers easy FPC insertion and emits a clear tactile click to confirm complete locking, Hirose said. Other features include wide tapers that provide smooth FPC insertion.

The FH75M FPC/FFC connectors offer a rated current of 0.4 A and a rated voltage of 40 V. Contact resistance is 50 mΩ maximum and insulation resistance is 500 MΩ minimum (DC 100 V). The operating temperature range is -40°C to 125°C.

The FH75M Series is available in a 100-position version. The connectors are halogen-free and RoHS-compliant. Applications include car navigation, laser radar, millimeter-wave radar, drive recorder, audio display and in-vehicle camera systems.