New Omron FPC/FFC connector offers fast, reliable assembly

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Hoofddorp, Netherlands, 29 October 2013, – Omron Electronic Components Europe today announced an FPC/FFC connector featuring a new rotary backlock mechanism for quick, reliable cable insertion, conforming to an industry accepted footprint.

Omron’s new XF3M FPC/FFC connector is ideal for connecting LCD panels to printed circuit boards and other board-board connections in applications such as industrial equipment, home appliances, printers, LCD TVs and mobile devices. Omron is also expecting strong interest from other applications featuring colour LCD displays, including intercom/security systems, GPS-systems, measurement equipment, medical instruments and healthcare appliances.

The key feature of the XF3M is its new rotary backlock mechanism which offers easier cable insertion, positive confirmation of correct installation and very secure retention of the cable in use. The mechanism is based on a rotary slider for securing the FPC/FFC cable, which is mounted independently from the FPC/FFC socket. A sharp "click" on engagement makes it easy to confirm that the latch is completely locked. This mechanism enables the socket to be constructed with a four-sided housing that securely holds the FPC/FFC cable for enhanced mounting reliability. With conventional rotary lock connectors, the rotary slider is positioned at the FPC/FFC socket, which means that lifting the cable or applying excessive force may cause the rotary latch to disengage. The innovative design of the new Omron XF3M addresses these issues.

The connector has a height of 2.0 mm and a depth of 6.4 mm (when locked). The XF3M has a dual contact structure, enabling the cable to be inserted either way up. To simplify insertion, the connector can accept cable inserted at an angle, and will then lock securely to hold the cable in place. It accepts 0.3mm thick FPC or FFC cable, is available in 0.5 mm and 1.0 mm pitches and conforms to a widely used industry accepted board footprint. The moulded parts use LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) resins. Its halogen-free construction makes the XF3M environmentally friendly.

About Omron

Omron Electronic Components Europe is a leader in electromechanical PCB relays, as well as a leading supplier of components such as micro switches, MOSFET relays, DIP switches, photomicrosensors and connectors. Omron has a strong portfolio of innovative technologies including MEMS sensors for pressure, flow and thermal measurement applications as well as vibration and tilt sensors

Omron Electronic Components Europe strongly supports its customers in Western and Eastern Europe, Russia and the CIS through 8 regional offices, a network of local offices and partnerships with specialist, local, regional and global distributors.

Omron Electronic Components Europe is a subsidiary of the Omron Corporation, recognised worldwide as a leader of high quality, high technology electrical and electronic control equipment and component products.

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Marketing Support Group

Omron Electronics Components B.V.

Wegalaan 57, 2132 JD, Hoofddorp, The Netherlands

Tel: +31 235 681 296, Fax: +31 235 681 222

Email: info-components@eu.omron.com

Web: http://components.omron.eu

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Peter van der Sluijs

Neesham Public Relations

Tel: +44 (0) 1296 628180

Email: peterv@neesham.co.uk

Photo caption: The new Omron XF3M FPC/FFC connector is ideal for connecting LCD panels to printed circuit boards and other board-board connections in applications such as industrial equipment, home appliances, printers, LCD TVs and mobile devices.

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