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FH12-40S-0.5SH(55)

FH12-40S-0.5SH(55)

Hirose Connector
FFC & FPC Connectors 0.5MM 40 POS R/A BTTM SMT GLD
17,006 in stock

Overview

The FH12-40S-0.5SH(55) is a 40-position, 0.5mm pitch FFC/FPC connector featuring a right-angle, bottom-contact configuration. It utilizes a flip-lock ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) mechanism that provides secure cable retention with a low profile height of 2.4mm for space-constrained PCB designs.

Why Choose This Part

The flip-lock actuator allows for easy, one-touch cable insertion and provides a positive tactile sensation when locked. Its phosphor bronze contacts with gold plating ensure a low contact resistance of 50 mohm and high reliability over 20 mating cycles in a compact SMT footprint.

Applications

Mobile Handsets and Tablets
Ideal for connecting high-density LCD modules or camera sensors to the main logic board in portable consumer electronics.
Internal Peripheral Interconnects
Used for linking internal disk drives or control panels to motherboards in laptops and small form factor PCs.
Industrial Display Interfaces
Provides a reliable 40-pin connection for small to medium TFT-LCD panels used in HMI systems.
Compact Medical Instrumentation
Suitable for routing signals from dense sensor arrays to processing units in handheld diagnostic devices.

Key Specifications

Pitch 0.020" (0.50mm)
Features Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
Termination Solder
Mounting Type Surface Mount, Right Angle
Cable End Type Straight
Contact Finish Gold
Flat Flex Type FFC, FPC
Voltage Rating 50V
Locking Feature Flip Lock
Contact Material Phosphor Bronze
Housing Material Polyamide (PA), Nylon
Actuator Material Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
FFC, FCB Thickness 0.30mm
Height Above Board 0.079" (2.00mm)
Number of Positions 40
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Connector/Contact Type Contacts, Bottom
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0
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