Molex FFC/FPC Connector

Molex's newest 0.30mm pitch dual-contact FPC connector offers the most compact dimensions of any equivalent competitive version, while eliminating the need to source a top and bottom-style connector when routing FPC to parallel boards.

Molex developed its 502598 dual-contact FPC connector for consumer applications such as digital still cameras that required overall compact features. Designers for these applications were also looking for a dual-contact version that would enable them to source a single connector and utilize the same PCB pattern on adjoining parallel PCBs. Molex's new 502598 solution met these needs and more.

Molex offers another 0.30mm-pitch dual-contact version with a lower profile, series 502250, which is ideal for ultra-thin applications such as certain cell phone designs. However, the new 502598 FPC connector offers a shorter depth than the 502250 version and other similar competitive versions and is suitable for applications needing an overall compact size.

This new version also includes a unique terminal design that includes movable contacts. This helps maintain secure connection between FPC contact pads and terminals even when the FPC cable is pulled up.

Features and Benefits

• Dual-contact design
• Compact depth, height and width
• Movable contacts
• BackFlipTM actuator with short latch
• Front wide solder tabs
• Eliminates the need for different top and bottom-mount connectors
• Space savings for mobile device and tight-packaging applications
• Maintain secure and stable connections even when cable is pulled upward
• Easy cable insertion, actuation and additional space savings
• Secure PCB retention and protection for solder joints

Markets and Applications

• Portable audio equipment
• Portable GPS equipment
• Other compact, handheld devices
• Digital still cameras
• Digital video cameras
• Mobile Devices
• Cell phones
• Tablet PCs

See also:
Pitch Easy-OnTM BackFlipTM FPC Connector (.pdf) for more product information, specifications, applications and ordering information.