ZF5S-20-01-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC ZF5S-20-01-T-WT is a 20-position single-row zero insertion force (ZIF) FFC/FPC socket connector with 0.50 mm pitch and matte tin contacts on a nickel barrier. Features solder hold-down mounting for improved board retention in compact portable device designs. Available from stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF5S-20-01-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
- 20-position ZIF FFC/FPC socket with 0.50 mm pitch for fine-pitch flexible cable connections in portable electronics
- Zero insertion force mechanism preventing cable and contact damage during repeated insertion cycles
- Matte tin over nickel barrier contact finish providing reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance
- Solder hold-down board mounting option improving mechanical retention under vibration and handling stress
Applications
The ZF5S-20-01-T-WT is used in smartphones, wearable devices, and compact medical instruments where 20-conductor FFC cables at 0.50 mm pitch connect display modules, camera sensors, or button flex assemblies to main PCBs. Its ZIF mechanism enables rapid cable insertion without tooling during device assembly and service, reducing manufacturing cycle time. Consumer IoT devices, portable barcode scanners, and handheld gaming controllers use this single-row 20-pin socket for reliable thin-profile flex cable interconnection.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Factory Lead Time | 10Weeks |
| YTEOL | 7 |
| Board Mounting Option | SOLDER HOLD DOWN |
| Body Breadth | 0.083inch |
| Body Depth | 0.223inch |
| Body Length | 0.616inch |
| Body/Shell Style | SOCKET |
| Connector Type | FFC/FPC CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | FEMALE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Resistance | 15mΩ |
| Contact Style | BELLOWED TYPE |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 585VAC V |
| Durability | 30Cycles |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| Insulation Resistance | 1000000000Ω |
| Insulator Color | NATURAL |
| Insulator Material | LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.0197inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Option 1 | LOCKING |
| 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 |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 1.8A |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Termination Type | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Total Number of Contacts | 20 |
| 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, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pitch and position count does the ZF5S-20-01-T-WT support for FFC cable routing in portable devices?
The ZF5S-20-01-T-WT is a 20-position single-row FFC/FPC ZIF socket with 0.50 mm contact pitch, occupying a body length of 0.616 inch and body depth of 0.223 inch. This compact footprint at 0.50 mm pitch is the standard for display panel and camera module flex cables in smartphones and wearable devices requiring minimal PCB area.
How does the ZIF mechanism of ZF5S-20-01-T-WT protect 0.50 mm pitch FFC cables during device servicing?
The zero insertion force mechanism requires no insertion force when the actuator is open, allowing the 20-conductor 0.50 mm pitch FFC cable to slide in without bending or tearing delicate conductors. Once the actuator is locked, the contacts grip the cable uniformly across all 20 positions, maintaining secure electrical connection. This damage-free insertion is critical during field repair when replacing display cables in smartphones where misalignment under force could tear the 0.50 mm pitch cable traces.
For a wearable fitness tracker design, why choose the ZF5S-20-01-T-WT over a friction-lock FPC connector of the same pitch?
The ZF5S-20-01-T-WT solder hold-down feature anchors the connector body to the PCB mechanically, preventing the socket from lifting off pads during repeated bending of the 20-pin FFC cable as the wearable flexes during physical activity. Friction-lock connectors at 0.50 mm pitch lack this hold-down, relying entirely on solder joints at the 20 matte tin contacts, which can fatigue and crack after thousands of flex cycles experienced by wrist-worn devices.
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