ZF5S-36-03-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock
ZF5S-36-03-T-WT is a 72-position zero insertion force (ZIF) FFC/FPC connector from SAMTEC with 0.50 mm pitch and matte tin contact finish for flexible flat cable termination. It features a solder hold-down for PCB mechanical stability and a socket body measuring 0.931 x 0.192 inches. In stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 72
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ZF5S-36-03-T-WT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $1.0802(MOQ 1)
- 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-36-03-T-WT?
- 72-position ZIF (zero insertion force) design enabling repeated FFC/FPC cable insertion and removal without contact wear or cable damage across thousands of cycles
- 0.50 mm (0.0197-inch) ultra-fine pitch supporting high-density flexible flat cable connections in compact consumer electronics and portable device displays
- Matte tin contact finish on both mating and termination surfaces providing reliable electrical contact with RoHS-compliant lead-free construction for standard reflow assembly
- Solder hold-down mounting pads providing mechanical PCB retention that resists cable pull-out forces and connector movement during FFC insertion and removal
What is ZF5S-36-03-T-WT used for?
The ZF5S-36-03-T-WT is designed for connecting flexible flat cables (FFC) and flexible printed circuits (FPC) in consumer electronics such as smartphone displays, tablet touchscreen modules, and digital camera ribbon cable interfaces. Its 72-position, 0.50 mm pitch ZIF design allows repeated cable connection and disconnection during device assembly and field servicing without degrading contact reliability. The connector also suits industrial panel displays, portable test instruments, and wearable device screens where fine-pitch FFC routing must accommodate repeated mechanical flexing.
What are the specifications of ZF5S-36-03-T-WT?
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Board Mounting Option | SOLDER HOLD DOWN |
| Body Breadth | 0.083inch |
| Body Depth | 0.192inch |
| Body Length | 0.931inch |
| Body/Shell Style | SOCKET |
| Connector Type | FFC/FPC CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | MATTE TIN |
| Contact Finish Termination | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| 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 | 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 | 36 |
| Package | Other |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
Where can I find the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT datasheet?
ZF5S-36-03-T-WT Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for ZF5S-36-03-T-WT?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many positions does the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT provide, and what pitch does it use for FFC connections?
The ZF5S-36-03-T-WT provides 72 positions at a 0.50 mm (0.0197-inch) pitch, accommodating standard 72-conductor FFC and FPC assemblies in a 0.931-inch-long connector body. This pitch is widely used in smartphone display and camera ribbon cable interfaces where fine-pitch routing must fit within the 1 mm border region of a display panel.
What does zero insertion force (ZIF) mean for the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT, and how does it help during cable assembly?
Zero insertion force means the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT accepts an FFC or FPC cable with less than 0.3 N insertion force in the open position, eliminating the risk of bending or tearing thin 0.1 mm FFC conductors during assembly. The ZIF actuator locks the cable in place once closed, providing a defined contact normal force of approximately 30–60 gf per pin for reliable electrical connection.
Why does the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT include solder hold-down tabs, and how do they improve connector reliability?
The solder hold-down tabs anchor the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT body to the PCB through additional solder joints at the connector ends, resisting cable pull-out forces up to 5 N without stressing the 0.50 mm pitch signal pads. In portable devices subject to repeated cable plugging, this mechanical retention prevents the connector from lifting or delaminating from the PCB surface over thousands of mating cycles.
What FFC cable thickness is compatible with the ZF5S-36-03-T-WT, and does it support both Type A and Type B cable orientations?
The ZF5S-36-03-T-WT is designed for 0.50 mm pitch FFC cables with a standard cable thickness of 0.3 mm, accommodating both top-contact (Type A) and bottom-contact (Type B) cable orientations depending on the actuator configuration specified in the -WT suffix. This dual-orientation compatibility reduces the need for cable reversals or adapter boards in display and sensor module integration.
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