Flat Flex Cable Connectors

Z-Axis Connector Elements

Eliminate fragile FFC connectors with elastomeric compression interconnects.

Z-Axis Connector Elements provide a reliable, low-profile alternative to traditional ZIF and mechanical connectors—ideal for compact, high-performance OEM products.

Our manufacturing process is flexible and efficient, allowing us to quickly sample and produce custom sizes to fit your exact application.

The Advantages of Using Z-Axis Connector Elements

The advantages of using Z-Axis Connector Elements for flex-to-board connections are particularly evident when:

A low unit and tooling cost custom connection is required.
Shock and vibration issues are a concern.
Existing fine pitch mechanical connectors are too fragile.
Connectors need to be easily replaced.
Vertical space is at a premium.
Horizontal space is at a premium.

Right angle connections are needed in a small physical space.
The cost of a mainboard with an add-on board needs to be reduced.
Alignment of multiple high-density connectors is problematic during assembly.
Solder bridging of high-density connections is a problem.

Flex Connectors

Z-Axis Connector Elements are squeezed between a board and a flex to achieve electrical connection. Surface-to-surface contact and a gasket-like seal is made that allows for mating differing pad metallurgies such as gold flash, carbon ink, silver ink, or indium-tin-oxide (ITO). In most applications, a retaining slot positions the element. Ribs in the slot allow for expansion during compression. Molding slots directly into the end-unit housing can achieve advantages in cost and ease of assembly. The flex and the connector can be an integral unit.

FLEX CONNECTOR-VERTICAL

FLEX CONNECTOR-RIGHT ANGLE