Non-ZIF with Pullforce Locking

“Y-Lock Pullforce”: Non-ZIF Connector System with Locking Munich, September 2008 – Yamaichi Electronics presents the Non-ZIF connector system “Y-Lock Pullforce” with pullforce locking mechanism as an alternative to ZIF connectors. To improve and simplify handling and process security when plugging FFC/FPC in production, Yamaichi has developed a unique connector system. Commercially available FFC/FPC can be connected with the new non-ZIF connector “Y-Lock Pullforce”. They are interlocked over a hook mechanism in the connector. Interlocking occurs directly during the plugging process, so that no further cover, drawer or similar steps are needed. This “one push-lock" system simplifies production handling and ensures a secure and permanent connection. An additional and optional stiffener makes the system “Poka Yoke” and avoids plugging errors to 100%. The special feature of this connector system is the board connector design. The locking mechanism consisting of a row of engagement hooks allows a secure connection between the FFC/FPC and the board connector. Locking happens with the standard supporting tape of the FFC/FPC or optionally via an additional plastic stiffener that is glued to the FFC/FPC. The shape of this additional stiffener does not allow any plugging errors and offers increased security, e.g. against vibration. The board connectors have a pitch of 0.5 or 1 mm and are available in horizontal and vertical versions. The series will be

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