Flecto- The Latest Evolution of Floating Board-to-Board Connectors

Flecto- The Latest in Floating Connector Technology

Modern electronic designs often incorporate multiple PCBs, whether to reduce design time through a modular approach or to ensure the final solution fits within space constraints. Connecting these PCBs efficiently is crucial for signal and power distribution, but traditional board-to-board connectors often require precise placement, which can lead to manufacturing challenges.

Flecto is designed to address these issues by offering a floating connector solution that absorbs misalignment while maintaining strong and reliable interconnects. With a range of configurations and enhanced mechanical stability, Flecto ensures seamless multi-board connections without compromising quality or efficiency.

Features

  • Floating Design – Spring-like terminals allow lateral and longitudinal movement, reducing stress caused by misalignment.
  • Versatile Options – Available in all-signal or mixed signal and power configurations.
  • Compact & Flexible – Contact pitches with mated mounting heights as low as 5.98mm.
  • Strong & Reliable – Includes location pegs for stability, retention tabs, and through-board solderable posts for enhanced mechanical strength.

Technical Specifications

  • Mounting Height: As low as 5.98mm
  • Interconnect Types: Parallel and right-angle options
  • Contact Configurations: Signal-only and mixed signal-power
  • Alignment Features: Location pegs and retention tabs for stable placement

Applications

  • Electric Vehicles

    • Infotainment systems
    • Inverter units
    • Battery Management Systems
    • LIDAR
  • Smart Factory

    • Factory Automation
    • Drives & Controls
    • Robotics
    • Sensor Units
    • Vision Systems
  • Embedded Systems

    • Datacoms
    • Home Automation
    • Medical Devices
    • Transit Systems

Variations

  • Available in different pin configurations to suit various design requirements
  • Multiple pitch options for optimized board space utilization

Summary

The Flecto family of floating board-to-board connectors provides an innovative solution for high-precision PCB connections. With features that enhance alignment accuracy and mechanical stability, Flecto ensures robust and reliable interconnects, making it an ideal choice for modern electronic designs.

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