Flat Ribbon Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
3659/26SO 3M	CBL RIBN 26COND 0.050 BLACK 300'	0
1700/50EC 3M	CBL RIBN 50COND TWIST-PAIR 300'	0
3659/25 100SF 3M	CBL RIBN 25COND 0.050 BLACK 100'	7
90202/68 3M	CBL RIBN 68COND 0.025 GRAY 100'	0
3365/10 300SF 3M	CBL RIBN 10COND 0.050 GRAY 300'	97
3302/10 100 3M	CBL RIBN 10COND 0.050 MULTI 100'	17
HF365/06 3M	CBL RIBN 6COND 0.050 GRAY 100'	0
90211/26 100 3M	CBL RIBN 26COND 0.025 GRAY 100'	0
90202/80 100 3M	CBL RIBN 80COND 0.025 GRAY 100'	0
3801/09 100 3M	CBL RIBN 9COND 0.050 GRAY 100'	6
3517/34 100 3M	CBL RIBN 34COND 0.050 GRAY 100'	0
3601/26 100 3M	CBL RIBN 26COND 0.050 BLUE 100'	4
3365/09 100 3M	CBL RIBN 9COND 0.050 GRAY 100'	8
HF625/08-30M 3M	CBL RIBN 8COND 0.039 GRAY 98.4'	0
HF365/44SF 3M	CBL RIBN 44COND 0.050 GRAY 1'	0
3756/50 100 3M	CBL RIBN 50COND 0.025 GRAY 100'	0
1700/20TBSF 3M	CBL RIBN 20COND TWIST-PAIR 100'	0
3659/26 300 3M	CBL RIBN 26COND 0.050 BLACK 300'	0
3365/28 3M	CBL RIBN 28COND 0.050 GRAY 500'	0
HF447/60 100'SF 3M	CBL RIBN 60COND .025 GRAY 100'	0

Flat Ribbon Cables

1. Overview

Flat ribbon cables are parallel-wire cables with conductors arranged in a flat, planar configuration. They provide high-density connectivity for electronic devices, offering advantages in space-saving, signal integrity, and ease of assembly. Widely used in computers, telecommunications, and industrial equipment, these cables are critical for transmitting power and high-speed signals in compact systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Single-layer Flat Cable	Unshielded, low-cost, flexible	Internal PC connections (e.g., floppy drives)
Double-layer Twisted Pair	Improved noise immunity via twisted pairs	Industrial sensors and control systems
Shielded Flat Cable	Aluminum foil or braid shielding for EMI protection	Medical imaging equipment
Flexible Flat Cable (FFC)	Ultra-thin polyimide insulation for dynamic flexing	Laptop display hinges, robotics

3. Structure and Composition

A typical flat ribbon cable consists of: - Conductors: Annealed copper or tin-plated copper (0.03 5.0 mm ) - Insulation: PVC, polyester, or polyimide films (thickness 0.05 0.5 mm) - Shielding: Optional aluminum/polyester tape or braided copper - Outer Jacket: Flame-retardant PVC or TPE for mechanical protection

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Conductor Count	4 100 conductors	Determines signal routing capacity
Pitch Size	0.5 2.54 mm	Affects miniaturization potential
Insulation Resistance	100 M km min	Ensures signal integrity
Operating Temp	-40 C to +105 C	Environmental durability
Bending Life	10,000 100,000 cycles	Critical for dynamic applications

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, laptops, printers
Industrial Automation: PLCs, CNC machines
Medical Devices: MRI scanners, patient monitors
Automotive: Dashboard sensors, infotainment systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Key Products	Specialization
TE Connectivity	FFC-0.5 Series	High-speed data transmission
Molex	Micro-Spring ZIF Cables	Zero insertion force connectors
JAE Electronics	DF12 Series	Aerospace-grade shielding
Fujikura	FPC-0805 Series	Flexible printed circuits

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: conductor count (match I/O requirements), pitch size (board space limitations), shielding (EMI-sensitive environments), bending radius (flexible applications), and compliance with standards (RoHS, UL 2651 for FFCs). For example, high-frequency applications require 100% shielded cables with controlled impedance.

8. Industry Trends

Future developments focus on: - Miniaturization: 0.3 mm pitch cables for wearable devices - High-speed signaling: Differential pairs for USB4/Thunderbolt 4 compliance - Environmental sustainability: Halogen-free insulation materials - Integrated smart cables: Embedded passive components for IoT systems