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Flat flex, also known as ribbon flex cables, are an electrical connection consisting of flexible flat conductors held together by plastic routes and shields. They are mostly used to connect steeply sloped surfaces such as stairs and landings. Flat flex cables are suitable for use in a variety of applications where limited space is available. Ribbon jumper cables are usually made of stranded copper conductors and the shielding is typically a flat flexible polyester, but other materials, such as stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, or Kevlar can also be used.

The primary use of flat flex cables and ribbon jumper cables is to transfer electrical signals between two or more components. They can also be used in telephone systems, communications systems, and in industrial controls to provide power for moving parts and to electrically activate components.

Flat flex cables have a number of advantages over other types of cables. For instance, they are generally easier to install and remove because they are not as bulky. Additionally, they are very resistant to vibration and noise, which can be important in certain applications.

The working principle of flat flex and ribbon jumper cables is relatively simple. The flexible conductors in the flat flex cables are stitched together, forming a flat strip, which is subsequently bound by insulation and shielding. When an electrical current is applied, the current flows through the conductors, and is then directed through the shielding to the desired destination.

These cables can be used in a variety of applications, such as in industrial control systems, automotive, telecommunications, and medical applications. In industrial control systems, they are often used to connect electromechanical parts in order to provide electrical power and activate them. Flat flex and ribbon jumper cables are also commonly used for data transmission between telephone systems and computers.

In automotive applications, they are used for various purposes, including to transfer signals from sensors, switches, and indicators, to control systems, and to connect various components inside an engine. In telecommunications, they are used to transfer signals between a telephone exchange and individual customer premises. In medical applications, they are used to transfer signals between medical instrumentation and other devices.

The advantages of using flat flex and ribbon jumper cables are numerous. They are relatively easy to install and maintain, they are resistant to noise and vibration, they are lightweight and flexible, they provide excellent conductivity, and they are relatively inexpensive. Consequently, these cables have become increasingly popular in many industries.