Flecto Floating Connectors

Features:

• Movement in the X, Y, Z axes before and during mating to allow for multiple connections between two PCBs.
• Up to 12GHz / 12Gbps data rate.
• FLECTO signal-only connectors feature location pegs to eliminate movement during solder reflow. These are augmented with retention tabs to provide additional mechanical strength for surface mount connectors.

• On the mixed signal and power connectors, through-board solderable posts are provided for both location accuracy and enhanced mechanical strength. The latter ensures resistance to shocks as high as 50G.
• A number of the connectors in the family feature shrouded contacts to prevent accidental damage when no mating connector is present, while others offer polarization within the shroud to ensure mating is only possible in one direction.

• Supports automated assembly with its Tape and Reel Packaging.

Applications:

• Electric Vehicles
  • Infotainment Systems
  • Inverter Units
  • Battery Management Systems
  • LIDAR
• Smart Factory
  • Factory Automation
  • Drives and Controls
  • Robotics
  • Sensor Units
  • Vision Systems
• Embedded Systems
  • Datacoms
  • Home automation
  • Medical Devices
  • Transit Systems

Variations:

Consists of five series with three pitch options and floating mechanism is included in the male connector.

• F10 series: 0.50mm (.0197″) pitch, all signal
• F11 series: 0.5mm (.0197″) pitch, signal + power
• F12 series: 0.5mm (.0197) pitch, all signal
• F20 series = 0.635mm (.25″) pitch, all signal
• F30 series = 0.80mm (.315″) pitch, all signal

Summary:

Interconnect is an integral and important aspect of every electronic design. Board-to-board connectors can allow designers to follow a modular design path, separating key elements of a system. This facilitates re-use across other designs, shortening time-to-market and reducing design risk. Additionally, these connectors support the development of compact, multi-board solutions that allow for small form-factor designs able to fit into space-constrained environments.

However, the increased demand for multiple connectors per board pair increases the possibility of potential misalignment during automated pick-and-place and solder reflow processes. This, in turn, can lead to manufacturing quality issues if the connectors experience unintended strain. In addition, once the systems are in the field, these stresses may be exacerbated by additional stresses resulting from short-term or long-term exposure to shock, vibration or changes in temperature. By accommodating and absorbing misalignments and small movements in multiple axes, floating board-to-board connectors such Harwin’s new FLECTO range allow OEMs to deploy automated manufacturing techniques for PCBs featuring multiple connectors without compromising data performance and power transfer capabilities.

Optronic Mast System

Application:
Multi-spectral camera integrated into a submarine mast.

Background:
The customer has been using Harwin Connectors for many years, trusting the high-reliability connectors in the defense environment and their long-term availability.

The Challenge:
The new optronic system was an upgrade from a single HD camera to a 4k visible and short-wave infra-red camera with multiple sensors for all-light/all-weather conditions. The mast had to stay the same size, but the camera required more connections, so space was a major issue.

Harwin Solution:
Gecko-SL met the smaller size requirements, while still delivering the high-reliability performance expected for the environmental conditions.

Defence & Security UAV

Application:
Battery Power connection.

Background:
UAV platform with cameras and sensors for
surveillance and security applications: threat
detection, tracking ground assets, disaster
management, search and rescue, crowd
control. Operates up to 4,500 meters and
carries temperature and humidity
certification.

The Challenge:
Power required from the battery to a high
current payload application, needing
continuous 60A current through a
cable-to-board connection. Connection must
be high-reliability with solder cups on the
cable connector.

Harwin Solution:
The Kona 2-contact female cable connector
mated to the male PCB connector supplies
the high-reliability connection required, with
the 60A current-carrying capacity. The PCB
connector is on the battery side, making the
battery easy to disconnect and replace when
required.

All-in-one Ventilator Unit

Application:
Modular ventilator unit with built-in screen.

Background:
The ventilator provides total care and monitoring in one portable unit, designed to stay with the patient through attendance, transport, care and ward transfers. Continuous operation requires quality components.

The Challenge:
Flat, flexible connections are required within each module of the ventilator unit. Space and weight are critical due to portability requirements.

Harwin Solution:
Archer IDC connectors provide a quality connection system, including a low profile ribbon cable and surface mount PCB connectors with latches. Quality manufactured standard products provide for a fast response to recent Covid-19 demands.

Panoramic Vision System

Application:
Control unit for panoramic vision system for Military vehicle.

Background:
Customer looking to provide power & data to actuators on next-generation camera controls for a defence application.

The Challenge:
Stabilised camera to be used in operations under severe shock and vibrations.

Harwin Solution:
Datamate, Gecko and M300 products provided rugged connections, while pre-made cable assemblies eased the production process.

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Features

• High Precision (±10 ppm)
• Tiny Size (1.2 x 1.0 x 0.3 mm)
• Wide Temperature Range (-40°C ~ +125°C)
• High Frequency Range (24MHz ~ 80MHz)

Applications

• Wearables, Smart Speakers, Digital Health, Smartphone, Tablets, PCs
• Industrial IoT, Meter, Light/Building Monitoring
• Enables Wireless Communication: BLE, WiFi, NB-IoT, UWB

PCTEL offers a complete portfolio of antenna, cabling, and accessory products for specialized Industrial IoT (IIoT) wireless networks. With in-house antenna design and testing facilities in the United States and Asia, they are a leading provider of RF optimization services for multi-band cellular and Wi-Fi installations.

Engineering & Manufacturing Capabilities

Members of their RF and mechanical design teams have decades of experience solving customers’ wireless challenges. PCTEL provide:

• Antenna system design for multiple co-located radio configurations
• Evaluation of installation and environmental challenges
• Development of detailed platform model for electro-magnetic (EM) simulation
• Embedded systems design and integration expertise
• System-level design verification and analysis
• On platform test and measurement validation

Performance Leaders

PCTEL’s RF design and development expertise is trusted by the world’s leading operators. Having achieved 25 years of innovation and excellence, their customers rely on us for:

• Leadership in antenna technology for IoT applications
• Preferred vendor status with original equipment manufacturers of Wi-Fi and cellular routing equipment
• Global manufacturing capabilities with locations in the United States and Asia
• Global channel reach with sales locations around the world

Industrial IoT Antenna Solutions

Process Automation

• Rugged antennas designed to withstand high vibration and extreme temperatures
• Full line of wireless connectivity solutions including mounting brackets, cable, and surge protection products
• Custom engineered antenna solutions for wireless sensor, gateway, and access point housings

Application:
Compact power supply for AESA Radar system used in large naval vessels for threat tracking.

Background:
Customer contacted Harwin to find a drop in replacement for panel mount hybrid connectors.

The Challenge:
Competitor was originally designed-in but customer sought more stable supply chain and better lead-times.

Harwin Solution:
Datamate Mix-Tek SMT power and signal connectors up to 20A reduced the stack height while delivering good power performance.