FFC, FPC (Flat Flexible) Connectors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
046866751000846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.2MM PITCH - 51 POS - RT ANGLE	9984
046284006001846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 6 POS - RT ANGLE -	3719
006200510130000+ KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC BOTTOM 10POS 1.00MM R/A	132
046806060000846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 60 POS - RIGHT ANG	2738
046293629005829+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 29 POS - RT ANGLE	3235
046227004100829+ KYOCERA Corporation	1.0MM PITCH - 4 POS - RT ANGLE -	1445
046809608110846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 8 POS - RT ANGLE -	2007
046288008000846+ KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC BOTTOM 8POS 0.50MM R/A	7189
046232104015800+ KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC FPC VERT 4POS 1MM SMD	0
046232103015800+ KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC FPC VERT 3POS 1MM SMD	0
046844733002846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 33 POS - RT ANGLE	2970
086210033340800A+ KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC BOTTOM 33POS 0.50MM R/A	5581
046251030010846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 30 POS - VERTICAL	0
046809620210846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 20 POS - RT ANGLE	3263
046844723002846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 23 POS - RT ANGLE	4984
046844751002846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 51 POS - RT ANGLE	2535
046810650000846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.5MM PITCH - 50 POS - VERTICAL	1200
006200510130000 KYOCERA Corporation	CONN FFC BOTTOM 10POS 1.00MM R/A	0
046844725002846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 25 POS - RT ANGLE	9977
046841025100846+ KYOCERA Corporation	0.3MM PITCH - 15 POS - VERTICAL	1953

FFC, FPC (Flat Flexible) Connectors

1. Overview

Flat Flexible Connectors (FFC/FPC) are compact, lightweight solutions for connecting electronic circuits. FFC (Flexible Flat Cable) refers to pre-formed ribbon cables with conductive traces, while FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) are custom-designed circuits on flexible substrates. These connectors enable high-density interconnections in space-constrained applications, playing critical roles in modern electronics for their bendability, vibration resistance, and miniaturization capabilities.

2. Major Types & Function Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
ZIF (Zero Insertion Force)	Self-aligning contacts with minimal mating force	Smartphone displays, medical imaging devices
LIF (Low Insertion Force)	Economical solution with moderate insertion force	Consumer electronics, industrial sensors
Wrap-style FPC	360 bending capability with exposed contacts	Automotive infotainment systems
Stiffener-reinforced FFC	Localized rigidity for component mounting	Aerospace control panels

3. Structure & Composition

Typical construction includes:

Conductor Layer: Annealed copper (0.035-0.1mm thickness) with nickel/gold plating
Dielectric Layer: Polyimide film (0.05-0.25mm) or PVC insulation
Contact Interface: Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper terminals
Reinforcement: Steel/aluminum stiffeners in specific zones

Termination methods include press-fit, soldering, and anisotropic conductive film (ACF) bonding.

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Importance	Typical Range
Contact Resistance	Signal integrity maintenance	10-50m
Current Rating	Power transmission capability	0.5-3A per pin
Operating Temperature	Environmental reliability	-40 C to +105 C
Flex Life	Durability in dynamic applications	10,000-200,000 cycles
Pitch Size	Miniaturization factor	0.3mm-1.27mm

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Smartphones (camera modules), laptops (HDD connections)
Automotive: Dashboard clusters, ADAS sensors, infotainment systems
Medical: Portable monitors, imaging equipment (MRI connectors)
Industrial: Robotics (arm joint connections), measurement instruments

6. Leading Manufacturers

Manufacturer	Representative Products	Key Features
TE Connectivity	Micro Speed FFC	0.5mm pitch, 30G durability
Molex	PicoBlade FPC	Space-saving LIF design
JAE Electronics	DF12 Series	High-speed transmission up to 10Gbps
Hirose Electric	FH34 Series	Self-mating connector system

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Circuit density requirements (pitch size vs. pin count)
Mechanical stress analysis (bend radius, flex cycles)
Thermal management needs (current load vs. conductor thickness)
Environmental sealing requirements (IP rating)
Cost vs. performance trade-offs (material choices)

Real-case Example: Smartphone camera module requires 0.3mm pitch FPC with 200 m bend radius and 100,000 flex life rating.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Sub-0.3mm pitch connectors for 5G mobile devices
Integrated EMI shielding in FPC structures
High-temperature resistant materials (up to 150 C)
3D-shaped FPCs for automotive LiDAR systems
Smart connectors with embedded sensing capabilities