ZF1-14-01-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC ZF1-14-01-WT is a 14-position, 1.00 mm pitch zero insertion force (ZIF) flat flexible cable socket strip for reliable FFC/FPC termination. It features a top-contact actuator design for tool-free cable insertion. Available from SAMTEC with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF1-14-01-WT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of ZF1-14-01-WT?
- 14-position ZIF (zero insertion force) socket at 1.00 mm pitch accepts flat flexible cables and FPC assemblies without insertion stress on delicate conductors
- Top-contact actuator design allows cable insertion with the latch open and locks with zero additional insertion force, protecting cable and contacts
- Compact 1.00 mm pitch footprint minimizes PCB real estate in mobile, wearable, and thin consumer electronics designs
What is ZF1-14-01-WT used for?
The ZF1-14-01-WT is designed for consumer electronics, medical devices, and portable instrumentation where flat flexible cables or FPC assemblies must be connected to a PCB with minimal mechanical stress. Its 14-position, 1.00 mm pitch ZIF design enables reliable repeated connection and disconnection in applications such as display ribbon cables, camera modules, and compact sensor interfaces.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Where can I find the ZF1-14-01-WT datasheet?
ZF1-14-01-WT Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for ZF1-14-01-WT?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the ZIF mechanism in ZF1-14-01-WT protect flat flexible cables during repeated connection cycles?
The zero insertion force actuator on the ZF1-14-01-WT allows a 14-conductor flat flexible cable at 1.00 mm pitch to slide into the socket with no mechanical resistance when the latch is open. Closing the latch clamps the contacts onto the cable conductors without any insertion sliding force, eliminating abrasion and delamination that can damage thin FPC traces in high-cycle applications such as folding displays or scanner assemblies.
What cable types and pitch are compatible with ZF1-14-01-WT?
The ZF1-14-01-WT accepts 14-conductor flat flexible cables (FFC) and flexible printed circuits (FPC) with a 1.00 mm contact pitch and a standard cable thickness of approximately 0.3 mm. Compatibility with standard 1.00 mm pitch FFC assemblies available from multiple cable manufacturers makes it easy to source mating cables through standard distribution channels.
For a compact medical wearable PCB design, what advantage does ZF1-14-01-WT offer over a standard friction-lock FFC connector?
In a medical wearable where the FPC cable may be routed through a hinge or flexure zone, repeated insertions into a friction-lock connector can damage the thin copper traces on the cable. The ZF1-14-01-WT's ZIF mechanism eliminates this insertion stress across all 14 contacts, extending cable service life and reducing the risk of intermittent faults in body-worn sensor or ECG monitoring devices where field replacement of the flex cable is not practical.
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