10061122-171110HLF Datasheet/PDFFFC, FPC (Flat Flexible) Connectors
FFC (Flat Flexible Connectors) and FPC (Flat Panel Connectors) refer to two types of connectors used in flexible circuits. They are used for a variety of applications, from consumer electronics to industrial equipment. FFC and FPC connectors are increasingly being used in automation equipment, medical device and telecommunication components. They are mainly used in connection between printed circuit board (PCB) and flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).
10061122-171110HLF application field and working principle
FFC connectors are widely used in many electronic products, such as laptops, digital cameras, mobile phones and other small electronic products. FFC connectors have a wide variety of uses, from simple electrical connections to complex board-to-board, board-to-flexible connections. FFC connectors are used to provide a secure connection between two elements with high-speed data transmission capability. They are also used to reduce the size and weight of the product.
The working principle of FFC connector is basically the same as that of other connectors. It is basically composed of two parts: the plug and the receptacle. The plug is a conductive component which is made up of an integrated circuit, a cup and a terminal, and the receptacle is a flexible flat cable (FFC) which can be connected through a pin or hole to the other side of the PCB or FPCB. The connector is a simple contact device that provides a mechanical connection between two electrical components, allowing current to flow between them.
The most common type of FFC connector is male and female, also known as two-part type. This type of connector is usually found in consumer electronic and industrial equipment. The female side of the connector has a flat contact that connects to the plug of the device, and the male side of the connector has a flat contact that projects through the hole in the receptacle that connects to the FFC cable.
The FPC connector is similar to the FFC connector, except that it is designed for tighter, robust connections to FPCs. This connector type is commonly used for various products, from smartphones and tablets to desktop computers and industrial control systems. The FPC connector makes a secure connection between the flexible substrate and the PCB more efficient and reliable than with traditional solder connections. The FPC connector is made up of two parts: the lead-in and the retention. The lead-in provides a smooth transition from the flexible substrate to the PCB, allowing for easy and reliable data transmission. The retention holds the FPC securely in place to ensure it remains securely connected to the PCB.
In summary, FFC and FPC connectors are two types of connectors that many electronic products rely on for secure and high-speed data transmission. The FFC and FPC connectors provide secure, reliable, and efficient connections between a flexible substrate and a PCB. They are widely used in a variety of electronic consumer, industrial, medical, and telecommunication products, and their use is steadily increasing due to their reliability and cost savings.