66987-023LF Connectors, Interconnects

The 66987-023LF is an FFC and FPC connector housing designed for applications where the space for component placement is limited and/or the installation space is tight. This connector housing is composed of die-cast zinc with a black matte finish, and can be used to terminate Flat Flexible Cables (FFC) or Flexible Printed Circuit (FPC) cables in multiple configurations. The connector itself is small enough to fit into tight, space limited applications, yet strong enough to ensure signal integrity and secure connection between the mating components.

The primary function of the 66987-023LF Connector is to ensure signal integrity and a secure attachment between two mating components in an electrical system. The connector housing is designed to fit different versions of FFC/FPC cables, including 0.5mm pitch versions and 0.33mm pitch versions. Additionally, the connector also houses several very small, tiny SMD components based on customer requirements. By using the 66987-023LF connector, engineers can guarantee that the mating connection will not become loose from vibration or Other external forces. Another main benefit of the 66987-023LF connector is that it reduces the overall size of the form-factor beyond other conventional connectors.

The theoretical working principle of the 66987-023LF connector is as follows. The connector is composed of an outer shell, contact pins, and a receptacle. The shell is made of a strong, die-cast zinc material that is resistant to corrosion and other external forces that could potentially interfere with the signal integrity of the mating connection. The contact pins are typically 0.5mm in spacing, and in some cases 0.33mm in spacing. The contact pins are soldered to the PCB, and the mating component is firmly attached to the connector using a screw or by a simple snap fit. The connector receptacle is typically 0.2-0.4mm thick, and has tiny inner contacts that align with the contact pins on the PCB when being inserted. The small inner contacts touch the contact pins on the PCB and form a secure connection with the mating component.

In summary, the 66987-023LF is an FFC and FPC connector housing that offers signal integrity in a tight, compact form-factor. Its die-cast zinc construction offers corrosion resistance to ensure a secure attachment between the two mating components. The connector can be used to terminate both 0.5mm and 0.33mm pitch FFC/FPC cables. Its small inner contacts contact the contact pins on the PCB and form a secure connection with the mating component while reducing the overall size of the form-factor.