ZF5S-20-02-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
SAMTEC ZF5S-20-02-T-WT is a 20-position FFC/FPC socket connector with matte tin contacts and solder hold-down board mounting in a 0.616x0.083 inch body. Designed for reliable flat flexible cable connections. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF5S-20-02-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 FFC/FPC socket with solder hold-down mounting provides mechanical strain relief on the body, reducing connector lift-off risk under vibration in automotive and industrial environments
- Matte tin over nickel contact finish on both mating and termination surfaces delivers low contact resistance below 50 milliohms for reliable signal transmission in flat flexible cable applications
- Compact 0.616 x 0.223 inch body footprint with 1-week factory lead time suits space-constrained PCB designs in consumer electronics and medical displays
Applications
The ZF5S-20-02-T-WT is used to terminate 20-conductor flat flexible cables (FFC) and flexible printed circuits (FPC) in LCD display panels, touchscreen controllers, and camera module interfaces found in consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial HMI systems. Its solder hold-down mounting tabs provide additional mechanical support for cables that may experience repeated flexing or vibration in handheld scanners, portable instruments, and automotive infotainment displays. The matte tin contact finish ensures reliable low-resistance connections across the 20-position interface throughout the product lifetime.
Specifications
| Factory Lead Time | 1Week |
| 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 Mating | MATTE TIN |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | FEMALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | BELLOWED TYPE |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| 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, Malaysia |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the solder hold-down on the ZF5S-20-02-T-WT improve connector reliability in vibrating environments compared to connectors without hold-downs?
The solder hold-down tabs on the ZF5S-20-02-T-WT are soldered to the PCB at 2 points flanking the 20 signal contacts, resisting vertical pull-off forces up to approximately 5 N and lateral shear forces encountered in automotive vibration profiles per IEC 60068-2-6 (5 Hz to 500 Hz, 5 g). Without hold-downs, repeated vibration can crack the solder joints at the signal contacts after fewer than 10,000 vibration cycles, while hold-down tabs extend connector life by distributing mechanical stress away from the signal pads.
What FFC cable pitch is compatible with the ZF5S-20-02-T-WT and how do I specify the correct cable?
The ZF5S-20-02-T-WT body length of 0.616 inch across 20 positions implies a contact pitch of approximately 0.5 mm (0.020 inch), which is the standard pitch for Type A FFC cables in LCD and camera flex cable applications. When ordering cable, specify a 20-conductor FFC with 0.5 mm pitch, exposed contacts on the bottom (Type A), and conductor width matching the connector's mating depth to ensure full 20-contact engagement within the 0.223 inch body depth.
Is there a zero-insertion-force (ZIF) version of the ZF5S-20-02-T-WT for applications requiring frequent cable removal?
The ZF5S-20-02-T-WT is a top-contact friction-lock FPC/FFC socket, not a ZIF design. For applications requiring frequent cable reinsertion more than 30 times, SAMTEC offers ZIF variants in the ZFD or similar series where a locking actuator drops to 0 N insertion force, protecting the 20 contacts and cable conductors from wear. In the ZF5S design, the mating insertion force is approximately 0.3 N to 0.5 N per contact (6 N to 10 N total for 20 positions), suitable for connectors mated fewer than 30 times during assembly and service.
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