Molex Easy On 0.5 mm ZIF Vertical SMT FPC Connectors - 52559 Series Easy On 52559 series ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) vertical SMT mount FPC connectors with a 0.5 mm pitch and a space saving design making them ideal for use in tight packaging applications. These Easy On FPC connectors feature a slide type actuator which provides a secure connection between the FPC and the connector terminals. The connector contacts are positioned on one side and are designed to move with the cable when it is pulled up or down. This feature helps provide a secure contact retention force and ensures that electrical contact is maintained. Solder tabs (or nails) on the base of the connector provide secure PCB retention and strain relief for the solder tail joints. Features and Benefits • Space saving design
• ZIF for repeat cycling with minimum wear
• Slide type actuator for easy insertion and secure connection of FPC
• Movable contacts for secure contact retention
• Solder tabs for secure retention on PCB and strain relief Product Application Information FPC connectors are an extremely compact and reliable interconnection technology designed for use in signal and data applications that require high density flat flex for complex wiring harness. These Easy On ZIF FPC connectors are ideal for use in a wide range of applications in the automotive, consumer, datacommunications, medical and mobile phone industry. Applications include automotive navigation and audio, digital cameras, home security, tablet and notebook PCs, patient monitors, GPS, smartphones and tablets.