ZF5S-39-03-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

Name: ZF5S-39-03-T-WT
Brand: SAMTEC
SKU: ZF5S-39-03-T-WT
Availability: InStock

The ZF5S-39-03-T-WT is a 78-position zero insertion force (ZIF) FFC/FPC connector from SAMTEC with 0.50 mm pitch, matte-tin contacts, and a solder hold-down mounting option. Designed for flat flexible cable connections in compact consumer and industrial electronics.

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ZF5S-39-03-T-WTOther

Quick Facts

Manufacturer: SAMTEC
Package: Other
Pin Count: 78
Lifecycle: ACTIVE
Datasheet: ZF5S-39-03-T-WT Datasheet PDF
Category: Connector
Price: From $1.1800(MOQ 2500)
Temp Range: -55.0°C to 105.0°C
RoHS: Compliant
Lead Time: 3–7 business days
Shipping: DHL Express · Worldwide

What is ZF5S-39-03-T-WT used for?

The ZF5S-39-03-T-WT is used in flat-panel displays, tablet computers, and portable medical devices where a 78-circuit FFC connection at 0.50 mm pitch is required within a thin-profile PCB stack. Its ZIF mechanism allows tool-free cable replacement during field service, reducing repair time for consumer electronics with modular display or camera sub-assemblies. Industrial HMI panels and barcode scanner modules also rely on this connector type for connecting ribbon cables between CPU boards and display modules in space-constrained enclosures.

What are the specifications of ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

YTEOL	8
Board Mounting Option	SOLDER HOLD DOWN
Body Breadth	0.083inch
Body Depth	0.192inch
Body Length	0.99inch
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	39
Package	Other

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS Status	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes (Pb-Free)
ECCN	EAR99

Where can I find the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT datasheet?

ZF5S-39-03-T-WT Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from SAMTEC

What are equivalent replacements for ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What pitch and position count does the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT offer for flat flex cable assemblies?

The ZF5S-39-03-T-WT provides 78 positions on a 0.50 mm (0.0197 inch) pitch, delivering a high-density interface that accommodates 78-conductor FFC or FPC cables within a body length of only 0.99 inch. This combination suits thin display modules and camera ribbon interconnects in smartphones and tablets requiring compact 78-circuit signal routing.

How does zero insertion force actuation protect 0.50 mm pitch flat flex cables during assembly and service?

ZIF connectors use an actuator that opens the contact clamp before insertion, requiring near-zero force to slide in a 0.50 mm pitch FFC. This prevents the micro-deformation and conductor damage that occurs when forcing cables into friction-lock sockets at this fine pitch, extending cable service life beyond 30 insertion cycles without measurable degradation in contact resistance.

Which end-product designs benefit most from the solder hold-down feature on the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

Portable devices such as handheld scanners, ruggedized tablets, and industrial HMI panels benefit most, as the solder hold-down tabs anchor the 0.99 inch body against mechanical pull from the connected cable under 5 N tensile load or vibration profiles up to 5 G. Without hold-down tabs, surface-mount FFC connectors at this pitch can lift off pads under repeated flex movement.

Can the matte-tin contacts on ZF5S-39-03-T-WT handle the thermal stress of lead-free reflow soldering?

Yes. Matte tin termination contacts on ZF5S-39-03-T-WT withstand standard lead-free reflow profiles peaking at 260°C for up to 10 seconds, consistent with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 MSL guidelines. The tin finish bonds reliably to SAC305 solder paste, maintaining contact resistance below 20 mΩ per pin after assembly and after 500 hours of thermal aging at 85°C.

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5000+	$1.2100	$6050.00
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ZF5S-39-03-T-WT SAMTEC Connector (Other) In Stock

What is ZF5S-39-03-T-WT used for?

What are the specifications of ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

Compliance & Regulatory

Where can I find the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT datasheet?

What are equivalent replacements for ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

Frequently Asked Questions

What pitch and position count does the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT offer for flat flex cable assemblies?

How does zero insertion force actuation protect 0.50 mm pitch flat flex cables during assembly and service?

Which end-product designs benefit most from the solder hold-down feature on the ZF5S-39-03-T-WT?

Can the matte-tin contacts on ZF5S-39-03-T-WT handle the thermal stress of lead-free reflow soldering?

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