Shielded FPC connector, EN-32 series, low 0.8 mm in profile when mounted and 0.3 mm in pitch and capable of high speed signal transmission, developed and marketed

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Shielded FPC connector, EN-32 series,
low 0.8 mm in profile when mounted and 0.3 mm in pitch
and capable of high speed signal transmission,
developed and marketed

We are pleased to announce the development and commencement of marketing of the EN-32 series 0.3 mm-pitch shielded FPC connector capable of high speed signal transmission. Specifics are given below.

The move toward higher quality images and higher performance of DVCs and DSCs in recent years was followed by higher speed signal transmission capability. The requirements for internal connectors capable of higher speed transmission have grown. To meet such requirements, super-fine coaxial cable connectors have been common for connection of an image pick-up element and an LCD panel to a main PCB.

As the vanguard of our industry, we have suggested super-fine coaxial cables to be replaced with shielded FPCs, and developed the EN-31 series. This shielded FPC connector EN-31 series, 0.3mm pitch and 1.2mm high above the PWB when mounted, received very favorable market acceptance. The new product, only 0.8 mm high (a 33% reduction from our previous product) when mounted, has been developed to respond to market requirements for even lower profile and smallness. It performs equally well to that of super-fine coaxial connectors and is capable of high speed transmission.

With the connector covered with a metal shield for enhanced shielding performance and added rigidity, contact reliability of a high level is ensured. The grounding performance of the FPC and the connector will be enhanced and the more effective counter-EMI measures can be applied, if they are coupled together and used in combination with a shielded FPC.

Date Released	Sept. 25, 2008
Press Release No.	835cs
Product Name	0.3 mm-pitch shielded FPC connector, EN-32 series
Product Name	Drawing No.	CFPA3XX-0150F (XX=No. of pins: 25)
Features	1) Made with dimensions to be 0.3 mm in pitch, 4.0 mm in width and 0.8 mm in profile when mounted, this connector enables further downsized equipment design. 2) High speed transmission is possible and the performance is equal to that of super-fine coaxial connectors. 3) The connector is covered with a metal shield and the grounding performance of the FPC and the connector is enhanced. (A counter-EMI measure) 4) One action will be sufficient for FPC insertion due to the employment of the N-ZIF structure. 5) FPCs will be held securely with the lever provided for retention of the FPC. (FPC fall-out prevention mechanism)[Patent pending] 6) Contacts are located on the bottom. 7) Products will be supplied on embossed-tape for automatic mounting possibility. 8) The RoHS Directive compliant.

Major specifications	Voltage and Current Rating	0.3A, 50V AC/DC
	Contact Resistance	Initially 30mΩ max.
	Insulation Resistance	100MΩ min. at 100V DC
	Withstanding Voltage	100V AC for one minute
	Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to +85°C
	[Reference]
	Signal Speed	1.25 Gbps
	Differential Characteristic Impedance	100Ω
Applications	Portable equipment such as DVCs and DSCs
Market introduction	Sept. 2008
Production capacity	300,000 units/month
Inquiry	* For more information, please contact the CS Division Fax : 81-3-3785-0517

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