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FFC (Flat Flexible) Connectors, commonly referred to as flex cables or flat cables, are connectors that are used to quickly and easily connect two or more components. The connections are made by plugging a flat cable with copper conductors into an insulating board or through-hole socket. They can be used to shuttle signals from one electronic component to another or to make connections between electronic devices and motherboards.

The 5051470390 application field is primarily used in the automotive industry, where EVs need to make a great number of connections within a restricted space in order to manage all the electronic systems associated with the vehicle. It is also used in office networks, in home multi-media systems, and in consumer electronics. It is also common in medical equipment, aerospace, robotics and other industries. As one of the most widely used connectors, FFCs have been in use since the late 1980s.

The working principle behind FFC connectors is quite simple. The flat cable is plugged into the insulating board or through-hole socket, and the electrical current is conducted from one end of the cable to the other. The current is passed through the copper conductors embedded in the flat cable, which are insulated by a thin polyimide film that acts as the flex conduit. This allows the cable to bend and flex without compromising the quality of the connection.

In order to provide superior performance, FFC connectors are designed with high quality components. The contact material used in the connector must be able to handle the rigors of high-speed data transmissions and withstand the extremes of temperature and vibration that are common in automobile applications. The shielded connectors also feature contact surfaces that are plated with gold, silver, or other metals to ensure low contact resistance.

FFC connectors are available in a wide range of sizes, configurations, and pitch sizes. The products are offered in both unshielded and shielded versions, providing customers with the flexibility to tailor their connection needs to individual applications. As these connectors are very easy to connect, many OEMs and distributors have made FFC connectors a standard feature in their products.

5051470390 FFC connectors are a reliable and cost-effective solution for connecting electrical components to the main board. The connectors are designed to provide reliable data transmission and power delivery in harsh environments, making them the perfect solution for a wide range of automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.