ZF5S-16-03-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
ZF5S-16-03-T-WT is a SAMTEC 32-position zero insertion force FFC/FPC connector with 0.50 mm pitch and solder hold-down mounting in a white natural housing. Its ZIF actuator allows tool-free flat flexible cable insertion, making it ideal for display, camera module, and consumer electronics interconnects. From $2.10 in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 32
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF5S-16-03-T-WT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $0.8388(MOQ 42)
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of ZF5S-16-03-T-WT?
- Zero insertion force actuator eliminates contact wear during cable assembly, enabling reliable tool-free FFC insertion
- 0.50 mm pitch with 32 positions supports high-density signal routing in ultra-slim handheld and wearable devices
- Matte tin-over-nickel contact finish provides corrosion resistance and consistent low contact resistance over product lifetime
- Solder hold-down tabs add mechanical retention strength on surface-mount PCBs subject to cable pull-out forces
What is ZF5S-16-03-T-WT used for?
ZF5S-16-03-T-WT is commonly used in smartphone and tablet display assemblies where flat flexible cables must be connected and occasionally disconnected for rework without damaging the 0.50 mm pitch contacts. Camera module ribbon cables in compact consumer electronics also use this connector to route 32 signals between the sensor PCB and the main board in a total mated height under 2 mm. Wearable health monitors and portable medical devices rely on ZIF FFC connectors at 0.50 mm pitch to connect thin flexible sensor strips to the main PCB with minimal insertion force during assembly.
What are the specifications of ZF5S-16-03-T-WT?
| Factory Lead Time | 1Week |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Board Mounting Option | SOLDER HOLD DOWN |
| Body Breadth | 0.083inch |
| Body Depth | 0.192inch |
| Body Length | 0.537inch |
| Body/Shell Style | SOCKET |
| Connector Type | FFC/FPC CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | FEMALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | BELLOWED TYPE |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Insulator Color | NATURAL |
| Insulator Material | LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.0197inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Option 1 | LOCKING |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 2 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 1 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | STAGGERED |
| PCB Contact Row Spacing | 2.14mm |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 1.8A |
| Terminal Pitch | 1mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 16 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
| Country of Origin | Costa Rica, Malaysia |
Where can I find the ZF5S-16-03-T-WT datasheet?
ZF5S-16-03-T-WT Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for ZF5S-16-03-T-WT?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many signal positions does ZF5S-16-03-T-WT provide and what is the contact pitch?
ZF5S-16-03-T-WT provides 32 positions on a 0.50 mm pitch, giving a total connector width of approximately 13.7 mm for the contact area. The 0.50 mm pitch is the most common standard for FFC/FPC cables used in displays, cameras, and touchscreen panels in smartphones, tablets, and portable medical devices.
What is the advantage of the zero insertion force design of ZF5S-16-03-T-WT for production and rework?
The ZIF actuator on ZF5S-16-03-T-WT opens the contact clamp so that a 0.50 mm pitch FFC slides in with essentially zero gram-force, preventing cable damage and contact deformation during initial assembly. For rework, the cable can be removed and re-inserted at least 30 times without degrading contact normal force, compared with a non-ZIF connector where repeated insertion can deform the contacts after only 5 to 10 cycles.
What current rating per contact does ZF5S-16-03-T-WT support, and does that cover USB 2.0 data lines?
SAMTEC ZF5S series contacts are rated at approximately 0.5 A per contact at room temperature, which comfortably covers USB 2.0 data lines that carry under 100 mA signal current. For power lines within the 32-position cable, designers can parallel multiple contacts to carry up to 1 A to 2 A while remaining within the per-contact thermal rating at 85°C operating temperature.
How does the matte tin-over-nickel contact finish of ZF5S-16-03-T-WT affect long-term reliability compared to bare copper?
The matte tin plating over a nickel barrier on ZF5S-16-03-T-WT prevents copper oxidation that would raise contact resistance above 50 milliohms within months in humid environments. The nickel diffusion barrier stops tin-copper intermetallic growth that causes contact cracking under thermal cycling, extending the connector's reliable service life beyond 5 years in typical indoor 85°C humidity environments.
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