Flex-to-Board: Compact and Reliable Interconnect Solutions 

The demand for compact, reliable, and high-performance interconnect solutions for modern electronic applications continues to grow. Flex-to-Board solutions fulfill this need by offering flexible, high-density connections between PCBs, LCDs, and other components. As devices continue to shrink, Amphenol’s Flex-to-Board solutions stand out, delivering exceptional performance in limited spaces. Amphenol’s Flex-to-Board portfolio includes: FlexFast™ Flex-to-Board, FlexLock™ Flex-to-Board & Flex-to-Wire, and Flexible Printed Circuit Assembly.

Common to all the products in the flex-to-board series are some of the features listed below, which make them suitable for a wide range of applications like consumer devices, wearable devices, automotive, and other electronic devices that demand space constraints.

 

  • Compact & Flexible Design: The products feature thin and lightweight FPCB, making them bend and flex without breaking the circuitry, making them ideal for various electronic devices.
  • High Reliability: These connectors are designed to ensure high reliability and performance, even in demanding environments.
  • Automotive Grade: The connectors comply with automotive industry standards. They are USCAR-certified to withstand harsh conditions and provide consistent performance.

Let’s take a deeper look at what are their features, what are their corresponding benefits, and how they are applied in various industries.

Features and Benefits

     FlexFast™ Flex-to-Board:

  • Gold plating process for terminals: Reduces the force required for the mating and un-mating process ensuring smooth connections.
  • Max 8.00mm height: This feature is a space-saver as it allows for designs in compact applications.
  • Connector Position Assurance (CPA) & Flex Position Assurance (FPA): Ensures connectors are properly mated, and locked together as well as proper flex insertion
  • Double Beams and Contacts: This feature ensures both resistance to vibration and provides a more stable and secure connection.
  • USCAR-T3V2, LV214 S1 compliant
 FlexFast™ Flex-to-Board
FlexLock™ Flex-to-Board/Wire Connectors

     FlexLock™ Flex-to-Board & Flex-to-Wire:

  • Application Flexibility: Available in multiple pitch sizes, 2.54mm, and 3.20mm depending on the type of application at hand.
  • High Current Capacity: Supports up to 2A per contact, suitable for higher power applications
  • Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) and Connector Position Assurance (CPA): Ensures proper terminal insertion, retention, and mating.
  • Dual Beam Box Contacts maximize contact normal force and enhance reliability performance
  • Re-flow Tin Plating: Reduces mating and un-mating force and ensures smooth connections. Gold plating option for higher mating/unmating cycles
  • USCAR-T2V2, LV214 S3 compliant

     Flexible Printed Circuit Assembly:

  • Design Flexibility: Allows for customized interconnect solutions with various end-termination combinations derived from our popular line-up of advanced interconnects like BergStak®, MezzoStak®, Conan®, ComboStak®, and PowerStak®
  • High-Speed Performance: Supports high-speed data transmission up to 16Gb/s, making it suitable for communication systems.
  • FPC with SMT technology: significant advantages in terms of space, cost, and weight savings as it leverages the benefits of board-to-board connectors providing flexibility and compactness.
 Flexible Printed Circuit Assembly

Application of Flex to Board Connector Product Series

  • Automotive (Battery Management Systems, On-Board Charging, Micro Control Unit): The compact and flexible design of FlexFast™ and FlexLock™ connectors lets them fit into tight spaces, increasing the reliability and efficiency of automotive electronics. They are also compliant with USCAR standards making them suitable for use in harsh conditions.
  • Robotics: These connectors' high reliability and performance are crucial for robotic applications, allowing for smooth and continuous operations in dynamic and demanding environments, thanks to their robust design.
  • Communications: Advanced communication systems of today like 5G us devices like customer premises equipment utilize high-speed flexible cable assemblies to interconnect MiMo (Multiple-Input and Multiple Output) antennas inside them. 
  • Consumer Electronics: The thin and lightweight FPC design is perfect for modern consumer electronics which helps maintain a sleek and compact device profile.
  • Industrial and Instrumentation: These connectors are ideal for industrial and instrumentation applications where there is a need for consistent performance and durability.
  • Medical: The flexible, compact design and reliable nature of these connectors make them ideal for medical devices. It can fit into very small spaces, and their reliability ensures there is no room for error.

 

Flex to Board interconnects by Amphenol stand out in the market due to its compact design, high reliability, and hence finds versatile applications. The connectors provide efficient and reliable interconnect solutions, making them an excellent choice for modern electronic devices. Check them out for more information: FlexFast™ Flex-to-Board, FlexLock™ Flex-to-Board & Flex-to-Wire, and Flexible Printed Circuit Assembly.