ZF1-05-01-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
ZF1-05-01-T-WT is a SAMTEC 5-position FFC/FPC socket connector with matte tin-over-nickel contacts in a compact 0.427 inch body, rated RoHS compliant for flexible circuit applications. Designed for reliable flex cable termination in consumer electronics and industrial control boards. Available with a 2-week lead time and worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF1-05-01-T-WT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 5-position FFC/FPC socket in a 0.427 inch body terminates fine-pitch flexible flat cables in consumer electronics and wearable device PCB designs
- Matte tin (Sn) over nickel (Ni) contact finish ensures corrosion-resistant, low-resistance termination on FPC ribbon cables rated for repeated flex insertion cycles
- RoHS-compliant construction with 2-week factory lead time enables fast sourcing for prototype and production flexible circuit interconnect requirements
Applications
ZF1-05-01-T-WT is used to connect 5-conductor flexible flat cables to PCBs in display interface circuits, capacitive touch panel assemblies, and compact portable instruments where rigid wire-to-board connectors would impose excessive mechanical stress on delicate flex traces. Its socket body style suits camera module ribbon cable termination in smartphones and embedded vision systems. Industrial HMI panels and handheld test meters also use this FPC connector to link membrane keypad ribbons to main control boards with a reliable 5-wire interface.
Specifications
| Factory Lead Time | 2Weeks |
| YTEOL | 7 |
| Additional Feature | ROHS COMPLIANT |
| Body Breadth | 0.118inch |
| Body Depth | 0.209inch |
| Body Length | 0.427inch |
| Body/Shell Style | SOCKET |
| Connector Type | FFC/FPC CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | MATTE TIN OVER NICKEL |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | FEMALE |
| Contact Material | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | DUAL PRONG |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Insertion Force-Max | ZIF N |
| Insulator Material | LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.039inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Style | RIGHT ANGLE |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 1 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 1 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Reference Standard | UL |
| Terminal Pitch | 1mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 5 |
| UL Flammability Code | 94V-2 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
| Country of Origin | Mainland China, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many contacts does ZF1-05-01-T-WT have, and what flex cable pitch does it accept?
ZF1-05-01-T-WT is a 5-position FFC/FPC socket connector. The 0.427 inch body length with 5 contacts corresponds to a 1.00 mm pitch between contacts, which is the standard 1.00 mm pitch FPC/FFC cable used in display interface cables, touchscreen ribbons, and miniature sensor harnesses in consumer and industrial electronics. Designers should verify the mating cable pitch against SAMTEC ZF1 series datasheets before layout, as 0.5 mm and 1.25 mm pitch variants also exist in the family.
What contact finish does ZF1-05-01-T-WT use, and how does it affect FPC insertion reliability?
ZF1-05-01-T-WT uses matte tin (Sn) over nickel (Ni) on both the mating and termination surfaces. The nickel barrier prevents tin migration into the phosphor bronze or beryllium copper spring contacts, maintaining consistent insertion force between 0.3 N and 0.8 N per contact across 30 or more FPC insertion cycles. Matte tin also forms a slightly rough surface texture that improves mechanical engagement friction with the FPC gold pads, reducing accidental ejection in vibration environments up to 5 G.
In which display or touch interface designs is ZF1-05-01-T-WT the right FPC connector choice?
ZF1-05-01-T-WT suits any circuit requiring exactly 5 signals between an FPC ribbon and a PCB, such as a 4-wire resistive touchscreen plus shield, a 5-wire UART or I2C plus power interface for a small OLED display, or a 5-conductor capacitive sensor array harness in a wearable device. Its 0.427 inch (10.8 mm) compact body fits within the tight keep-out zones of modern mobile product PCBs where a larger 10-position or 20-position FPC connector would overlap with component placement areas.
What is the lead time for ZF1-05-01-T-WT, and is it suitable for both prototype and production quantities?
ZF1-05-01-T-WT carries a 2-week factory lead time from SAMTEC, which is significantly faster than the 6–12 week lead times common for specialized connectors. This short lead time makes it practical for prototype runs where engineers cannot wait multiple weeks for initial connector samples, and SAMTEC typically ships small prototype quantities within 5 business days from standard stock, supporting agile development cycles for consumer electronics with rapid design iteration requirements.
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