0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors FH28 Series Robust locking structure Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Reinforced fitting provide support and prevent the actuator from disengaging from the connector. Each terminal is attached to the actuator, so the actuator is supported along its entire length. Fig.1 Features 1. Highly reliable connection and robust structure The FPC positioning mechanism and FPC tabs help to guide and hold the FPC prior to engaging the actuator Multi-polarized connectors, reinforced body structure and high FPC retention produced by the following features: Reliable connection created by its unique FPC/FFC positioning mechanism Prevents accidental disengagement with the design of its proprietary structure 2. Simplified operations The flip lock structure makes it easier to engage/disengage the actuator and reduces the required force needed to operate. A clear tactile click is delivered upon the successful completion of the mating process. (Fig.1) 3. Increased FPC/FFC retention force Vertical retention force for the FPC/FFC is 2.5 times stronger than our 0.5mm pitch connector the FH12 series. Horizontal retention force for the FPC/FFC is 2 times stronger than our 0.5mm pitch connector the FH12 series *To realize the horizontal retention force values, the use of the FPC positioning tabs are required. FPC without the positioning tabs will comply with the specifications rated on the FH12 series. Fig.2 Can also be used with straight sided, non-tabbed FPC/FFC 4. Accepts standard 0.3mm thick FPC/FFC It accepts 0.3mm thick products that are easy to manufacture and have superb insertion performance. 5. Fully molded structure aids PCB layout The bottom of this connector is enclosed by a fully molded structure that protects the contacts and removes any restrictions from PCB patterning and design. 6. Supports automatic pick-n-place mounting Offered in tape and reel packaging that is compatible with automatic machine mounting. (2,000pcs/reel) 7. Halogen-free All materials and substances used to produce this product comply with Halogen-free standards.*Defined according to IEC61249-2-21. Br : 900ppm maximum, Cl : 900ppm maximum, Br+Cl : 1,500ppm maximum Fig.3 8. Multiple packing options The standard packaging is 2,000pcs/reel, but it is also offered in a 500pcs/reel. (The outer diameter of the reel will be O330mm in this case.) 2016.3 1 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors Product Specifications Adaptive FPC/FFC contact specifications Storage Temperature Range -10 to +50c (Note 3) Storage Humidity Range Relative humidity 90% or less (no condensation should be present) t= 0.3 0.05 Gold plating Item Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Operating Temperature Range -40 to +105c (Note 2) Operating Humidity Range Relative humidity 90% or less (no condensation shouldbe present) Rated Current 0.5A (Note 1) Rated Voltage AC 50Vrms Ratings Specification Conditions 1. Insulation Resistance Minimum of 500Mo Measured with DC 100V 2. Withstanding Voltage No flashover or breakdown AC 150Vrms is applied for 1 minute. 3. Contact Resistance Maximum of 50mo *including FPC/FFC conductor resistance Measured at 1mA (DC or 1,000Hz) 4. Durability Contact Resistance : Maximum of 50mo No damaged, cracked or looseness of parts 20 mating cycles 5. Vibration Resistance No electrical discontinuity of 1s or greater Contact Resistance : Maximum of 50mo No damages, cracks and looseness of parts Frequency : 10 to 55Hz Single amplitude of 0.75mm for 10 cycles in 3 axial directions 6. Shock Resistance No electric discontinuity of 1s or greater Contact Resistance : Maximum of 50mo No damaged, cracked or looseness of parts Acceleration of 981m/s2, 6ms duaration, sine half-wave waveform 3 cycles in each of the 3 axis 7. Humidity Resistance of Steady State Contact Resistance : Maximum of 50mo Insulation Resistance : Minimum of 50Mo No damaged, cracked or looseness of parts 96 hours at temperature : 40c and humidity : 90 to 95% 8. Temperature Cycles Contact Resistance : Maximum of 50mo Insulation Resistance : Minimum of 50Mo No damaged, cracked or looseness of parts Temperature : -40/+15 to +35/+105/+15 to +35c Time : 30/2 to 3/30/2 to 3 minutes 5 cycles 9. Solder Heat Resistance Should not have external deformity or loose parts Reflow : according to the Recommended Temperature Profile Hand solder: 350 5c for 5 seconds Note 1 : When energizing rated current to all contacts, use 70% of rated current. Note 2 : Includes temperature rise caused by current flow. Note 3 : The term "storage" here refers to products stored for a long period prior to board mounting and use. The operating temperature and humidity range covers the non-energized condition of connectors after board mounting and the temporary storage. Materials / Finish Component Materials Color/Finish Gray Black Gold plating LCP LCP Phosphor bronze Brass Insulator Contact Metal fitting Pure tin plating Remarks UL94V-0 ----------------------------- Product Number Structure Refer to the chart below when determining the product specifications from the product number. Please select from the product numbers listed in this catalog when placing orders. FH 28 D - 50 (25) S B - 0.5 SH (05) 1 2 2 3 1 Series Name : FH 2 Series No. : 28 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 7 Contact arrangement : Single (single row) None, D : Standard type E : Long reinforcing fitting type H : Space-saving type 8 Contact Pitch : 0.5mm, 1mm 4 Standard type : The number of contacts Eccentric type : Number of contacts in 0.5mm housing 9 Mounting direction , SH...SMT horizontal mounting type 10 5 Standard type : Blank Eccentric type : Actual number of pins Specification : (05) ...Gold plating, 2,000 pcs/reel (10) Specification:...Partial gold plating, 2,000 pcs/reel (07)...Gold plating (for 40 contact only.), 2,000 pcs/reel (98)...Gold plating, 500 pcs/reel Eccentric direction : Blank...Standard type (without eccentricity) B...Eccentric type (contacts on the opposite side of polarity mark) FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors Connector Dimensions [Standard type] 0.5mm pitch product A (1.9) 0.5 (0.2) Contact mark No. of contacts 6.5 5.7 1 0.05MAX (5.4) 2 2.55 Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. 1 B 0 (1.3) E 1.2 4.5 (2.85) (3.65) 0.1MAX C (FPC/FFC insertion dimensions) D 2 0.05MAX 0 0.7 0.1MAX Notes 1 The coplanarity of the metal fitting and contact is 0.1 MAX. 2 The contact lead position shows the dimension from the E surface of the case bottom. 3 This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. For details on this product please refer to the "Packaging Specifications"located on page 9. 4 Recesses in part structure may be added to improve molding characteristics. Black marks may appear in the mold resin, but they will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. 5 The color of the plating may change after the reflow process, but it will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. Connector dimension table [Standard type] Part No. FH28-10S-0.5SH(**) HRS No. No. of Contacts A Unit : mm B C D 586-1861-4 ** 10 4.5 9.9 5.57 9.58 FH28-15S-0.5SH(**) 586-1868-3 ** 15 7 12.4 8.07 12.08 FH28D-20S-0.5SH(**) 586-1823-5 ** 20 9.5 14.9 10.57 14.58 FH28D-28S-0.5SH(**) 586-1835-4 ** 28 13.5 18.9 14.57 18.58 FH28D-30S-0.5SH(**) 586-1827-6 ** 30 14.5 19.9 15.57 19.58 FH28-40S-0.5SH(**) 586-1803-8 ** 40 19.5 24.9 20.57 24.58 FH28-45S-0.5SH(**) 586-1848-6 ** 45 22 27.4 23.07 27.08 FH28D-50S-0.5SH(**) 586-1808-1 ** 50 24.5 29.9 25.57 29.58 FH28D-55S-0.5SH(**) 586-1821-0 ** 55 27.0 32.4 28.07 32.08 FH28-60S-0.5SH(**) 586-1811-6 ** 60 29.5 34.9 30.57 34.58 FH28D-64S-0.5SH(**) 586-1813-1 ** 64 31.5 36.9 32.57 36.58 FH28D-68S-0.5SH(**) 586-1819-8 ** 68 33.5 38.9 34.57 38.58 586-1828-9 ** 74 36.5 41.9 37.57 41.58 FH28D-74S-0.5SH(**) Note 1 : This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. This product is sold in full reel quantities of either 2,000 or 500 pcs/ reels. Please place orders by full reel quantities. 3 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors Connector Dimensions [Standard type] 1mm pitch product A (3.2) (1.9) (2.7) 1 (0.2) Contact mark B No. of contacts 6.5 5.7 1 2 2.55 0.05MAX (5.4) Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. 1 0 (1.3) E 4.5 1.2 (2.85) (3.65) C (FPC/FFC insertion dimensions) 0.1MAX D 2 0.05MAX 0 0.7 0.1MAX Notes 1 The lead flatness of metal fitting and contact is 0.1 MAX. 2 The contact lead position shows the dimension from the E surface of the case bottom. 3 This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. For details on this product please refer to the "Packaging Specifications" located on page 9. 4 Recesses in part structure may be added to improve molding characteristics Black marks may appear in the mold resin, but they will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. 5 The color of the plating may change after the reflow process, but it will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. Connector dimension table [Standard type] Part No. HRS No. No. of Contacts FH28D-20(10)SB-1SH(**) Unit : mm A B C D 586-1863-0 ** 10 9 14.9 10.57 14.58 FH28D-30(15)SB-1SH(**) 586-1860-1 ** 15 14 19.9 15.57 19.58 FH28-40(20)SB-1SH(**) 586-1832-6 ** 20 19 24.9 20.57 24.58 FH28D-50(25)SB-1SH(**) 586-1817-2 ** 25 24 29.9 25.57 29.58 FH28-60(30)SB-1SH(**) 586-1818-5 ** 30 29 34.9 30.57 34.58 FH28D-64(32)SB-1SH(**) 586-1852-3 ** 32 31 36.9 32.57 36.58 FH28D-68(34)SB-1SH(**) 586-1812-9 ** 34 33 38.9 34.57 38.58 Note 1 : This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. This product is sold in full reel quantities of either 2,000 or 500 pcs/ reels. Please place orders by full reel quantities. 4 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors Connector Dimensions [Space-saving type] A (1.9) 0.5 (0.2) Contact mark 6 5.7 1 0MAX (5) 2 2.55 Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. 1 No. of contacts B 0 2 0MAX 0 (1.3) E 0.15MAX 4.5 1.2 (2.85) C (FPC/FFC insertion dimensions) D 0.7 0.15MAX (3.15) Notes 1 The lead flatness of metal fitting and contact is 0.1 MAX. 2 The contact lead position shows the dimension from the E surface of the case bottom. 3 This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. For details on this product please refer to the "Packaging Specifications" located on page 9. 4 Recesses in part structure may be added to improve molding characteristics Black marks may appear in the mold resin, but they will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. 5 The color of the plating may change after the reflow process, but it will not negatively affect the performance of these connectors. Connector dimension table [Space-saving type] Unit : mm Part No. HRS No. No. of Contacts A B C D FH28H-80S-0.5SH(**) 586-1805-3 ** 80 39.5 44.9 40.57 45.7 Note 1 : This product is sold in embossed, tape and reel packaging. This product is sold in full reel quantities of either 2,000 or 500 pcs/ reels. Please place orders by full reel quantities. 5 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BRecommended PCB layout and metal mask dimensions for 0.5mm pitch products Recommended metal mask thickness: t= 0.15 10.05 (metal mask) J0.1 4.20.1 1.30.1 (land) 3.90.1 1.30.1 0.50.05 0.30.03 (land) 0.250.03 (metal mask) A0.05 Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. H0.1 1.80.1 2.20.1 H0.1 J0.1 0.50.05 0.30.03 (land) 0.250.03 (metal mask) A0.05 Standard type (FH28, FH28D) Space-saving type (FH28H) BRecommended FPC/FFC dimensions for 0.5mm pitch products C .2 4.5MIN W 1.40.1 2.80.1 3.5MIN R0 AX .2M AX .2M R0 X 2MA R0. 0.50.05 0.30.03 A0.05 0.50.1 AX 5M 0. R0 1 0.30.05 0.50.1 F0.07 G0.1 Notes 1 The stiffener needs to be a minimum of 0.188 (7.5 mil) thick. 2 The W dimension needs to be a minimum of 0.5mm. BRecommended PCB layout, metal mask and FPC dimensions for 0.5mm pitch products Unit : mm Part No. 6 HRS No. No. of Contacts F G H J FH28-10S-0.5SH(**) 586-1861-4 ** 10 5.5 7.1 10.6 7 FH28-15S-0.5SH(**) 586-1868-3 ** 15 8 9.6 13.1 9.5 FH28D-20S-0.5SH(**) 586-1823-5 ** 20 10.5 12.1 15.6 12.0 FH28D-28S-0.5SH(**) 586-1835-4 ** 28 14.5 16.1 19.6 16.0 FH28D-30S-0.5SH(**) 586-1827-6 ** 30 15.5 17.1 20.6 17.0 FH28-40S-0.5SH(**) 586-1803-8 ** 40 20.5 22.1 25.6 22.0 FH28-45S-0.5SH(**) 586-1848-6 ** 45 23 24.6 28.1 24.5 FH28D-50S-0.5SH(**) 586-1808-1 ** 50 25.5 27.1 30.6 27.0 FH28D-55S-0.5SH(**) 586-1821-0 ** 55 28.0 29.6 33.1 29.5 FH28-60S-0.5SH(**) 586-1811-6 ** 60 30.5 32.1 35.6 32.0 FH28D-64S-0.5SH(**) 586-1813-1 ** 64 32.5 34.1 37.6 34.0 FH28D-68S-0.5SH(**) 586-1819-8 ** 68 34.5 36.1 39.6 36.0 FH28D-74S-0.5SH(**) 586-1828-9 ** 74 37.5 39.1 42.6 39.0 FH28H-80S-0.5SH(**) 586-1805-3 ** 80 40.5 42.1 46.7 42.0 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BRecommended PCB layout and metal mask dimensions for 1mm pitch products Recommended metal mask thickness: t= 0.15 2.20.1 H0.1 0.30.03 (land) 0.250.03 (metal mask) 10.05 A0.05 1.750.1 1.250.1 BRecommended FPC/FFC dimensions for 1mm pitch products X 2MA R0. C .2 4.5MIN W 1.40.1 2.80.1 3.5MIN AX X MA .2 R0 .2M R0 R0 0.50.05 0.30.03 A0.05 0.50.1 AX 5M 0. Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. 1.30.1 3.90.1 J0.1 1 0.30.05 0.50.1 F0.07 G0.1 Note 1 : The stiffener needs to be a minimum of 0.188 (7.5 mil) thick. Note 2 : The W dimension needs to be a minimum of 0.5mm. BRecommended PCB layout, metal mask and FPC dimensions for 1mm pitch products Unit : mm Part No. HRS No. No. of Contacts F G H J FH28D-20(10)SB-1SH(**) 586-1863-0 ** 10 10.5 12.1 15.6 12 FH28D-30(15)SB-1SH(**) 586-1860-1 ** 15 15.5 17.1 20.6 17 FH28-40(20)SB-1SH(**) 586-1832-6 ** 20 20.5 22.1 25.6 22 FH28D-50(25)SB-1SH(**) 586-1817-2 ** 25 25.5 27.1 30.6 27 FH28-60(30)SB-1SH(**) 586-1818-5 ** 30 30.5 32.1 35.6 32 FH28D-64(32)SB-1SH(**) 586-1852-3 ** 32 32.5 34.1 37.6 34 FH28D-68(34)SB-1SH(**) 586-1812-9 ** 34 34.5 36.1 39.6 36 7 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BFH28 Series FPC/FFC Material Configuration (Recommended Specifications) 1. Single-Sided FPC FPC : Flexible Printed Circuit Layer Cover lay film Materials Polymide Thickness (m) 1mil (25) Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Cover adhesive (25) Surface treatment Under nickel plating 1~5m+ gold plating 0.2m Copper foil Cu Base adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive 25 Base film Polymide 25 Stiffener adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive Reinforcing film Polymide 3 35 1oz 1mil 30 7mil 175 Total 2. Double-sided FPC 293 FPC : Flexible Printed Circuit Layer Cover lay film Materials Polymide Thickness (m) 1mil (25) Cover adhesive Surface treatment Under nickel plating 1~5m+ gold plating 0.2m Through hole copper Cu Copper foil Cu Base adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive 18 Base film Polymide 25 Base adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive Copper foil Cu Cover adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive 25 Cover lay film Polymide 25 Stiffener adhesive Heat stiffener adhesive Reinforcing film Polymide * Remove the copper foil on the back of double-sided FPC to avoid damage due to FPC bending. 3. FFC (25) 3 15 18 1/2oz 1mil 18 (18) 1/2oz 1mil 50 4mil 100 Total 297 FFC : Flexible Flat Cable Layer Materials Thickness (m) 12 Polyester film Adhesive Polyester thermal plasticity Annealed copper foil (Gold plated with under nickel plating) Adhesive 30 35 Polyester type 30 12 Polyester Adhesive Polyester type 30 Reinforcing film Polyester type 188 Total 295 Nominal thickness tolerance is approximately 20m. 1. These specifications are an example of the material configuration of an FPC/FFC (t= 0.3 0.05) used on the FH28 series. 2. Please contact the FPC/FFC manufacturer for the material configurations of their FPC/FFC. 8 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BPackaging Specifications [Common specifications for FH28 Series] 40.1 20.15 120.1 .1 +0 0 .5 O1 (Q) (N) M0.1 K0.3 (3) (0.3) 1.750.1 Embossed Carrier Tape Dimensions (with a maximum tape width of 24mm) Standard type (FH28, FH28D) 1.750.1 20.15 120.1 (8.5) 1.5+0.1 0 Unreeling Direction M0.1 (8) 1.5 +0.1 0 L0.1 K0.3 (R) (Q) (N) L0.1 K0.3 (6.6) 1.7 +0.15 0 (7.1) 1.7 +0.15 0 (N) (Q) M0.1 (0.3) 40.1 (3) (0.3) +0 . 0 1 20.15 120.1 O1 .5 40.1 +0 . 0 1 (3) 1.750.1 Embossed Carrier Tape Dimensions (with a minimum tape width of 32mm) O1 .5 Unreeling Direction Standard type (FH28, FH28D) Space-saving type (FH28H) 3) Reel Dimensions (O 1 (O80) (S: Reel inner width) (O380) Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. (7.1) (8.5) (T: Reel outer width) End section Empty pockets (minimum of 10 pockets) Loaded product section Leader section (minimum of 400 mm) Embossed Carrier Tape containing product Empty pockets Cover tape (minimum of 10 pockets) 9 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BPackaging specification dimensions [standard type] for 0.5mm pitch products Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Part No. FH28-10S-0.5SH(**) FH28-15S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-20S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-28S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-30S-0.5SH(**) FH28-40S-0.5SH(**) FH28-45S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-50S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-55S-0.5SH(**) FH28-60S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-64S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-68S-0.5SH(**) FH28D-74S-0.5SH(**) HRS No. 586-1861-4 ** 586-1868-3 ** 586-1823-5 ** 586-1835-4 ** 586-1827-6 ** 586-1803-8 ** 586-1848-6 ** 586-1808-1 ** 586-1821-0 ** 586-1811-6 ** 586-1813-1 ** 586-1819-8 ** 586-1828-9 ** No. of Contacts 10 15 20 28 30 40 45 50 55 60 64 68 74 K L ---------------------------- 24 M N 10.3 12.8 15.3 19.3 20.3 25.3 27.8 30.3 32.8 35.3 37.3 39.3 43.3 11.5 32 28.4 14.2 44 40.4 20.2 56 52.4 26.2 Q 5.5 8 10.5 14.5 15.5 20.5 23 25.5 28.0 30.5 32.5 34.5 42.3 S Unit : mm T 25.4 29.4 33.4 37.4 45.4 49.4 57.4 61.4 BPackaging specification dimensions [standard type] for 1mm pitch products Part No. FH28D-20(10)SB-1SH(**) FH28D-30(15)SB-1SH(**) FH28-40(20)SB-1SH(**) FH28D-50(25)SB-1SH(**) FH28-60(30)SB-1SH(**) FH28D-64(32)SB-1SH(**) FH28D-68(34)SB-1SH(**) HRS No. 586-1863-0 ** 586-1860-1 ** 586-1832-6 ** 586-1817-2 ** 586-1818-5 ** 586-1852-3 ** 586-1812-9 ** No. of Contacts 10 15 20 25 30 32 34 K 24 32 L ---------28.4 M 11.5 14.2 44 40.4 20.2 56 52.4 26.2 N 15.3 20.3 25.3 30.3 35.3 37.3 39.3 Q 10.5 15.5 20.5 25.5 30.5 32.5 34.5 S 25.4 33.4 Unit : mm T 29.4 37.4 45.4 49.4 57.4 61.4 BPackaging specification dimensions [Space-saving type] Unit : mm Part No. FH28H-80S-0.5SH(**) HRS No. 586-1805-3 ** No. of Contacts 80 K 56 L 52.4 M 26.2 N 46.3 Q 45.3 R 40.5 S 57.4 T 61.4 BRecommended soldering profile MAX 250c 250 Temperature 230c 200 200c 150 150c (c) Land/metal mask dimensions Our recommendation conditions 100 50 25c (60 sec.) 90 to 120 seconds Pre-heating time 0 Start Time (sec) 10 Applicable Conditions Reflow type : Far red/hot air reflow Reflow furnace atmosphere : Atmosphere Soldering : Cream type Sn/3.0Ag/0.5Cu (M705-221CM5-32-10.5 made by Senju Metal Industry Co.) Testing PCB : Glass epoxy 551501.6mm (60 sec.) Soldering Time This solder profile is based on the conditions provided above. Please check the mounting conditions before use, conditions such as solder paste types, manufacturer, PCB size and any other soldering materials may alter the performance of such materials. FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BOperation Methods of Connector and Precautions Operation Methods 1. FPC/FFC insertion method 1 Rotate the actuator upward to unlock it The actuator can be easily operated with the use of a thumb nail or index finger. Precautions for use 1 The actuator on the FH28 series connector is designed to open to a maximum of 116 degrees, trying to open it farther than that will lead to damage. Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. 116 2 Insert the FPC/FFC into the insertion slot as show below. Improper insertion can lead to damage and ultimately malfunction. 2 Insert the FPC/FFC with the contact sur- face facing down. FH28 is a bottom contact type connector. Insert FPC/FFC from the diagonally left side of the connector. Insert the FPC/FFC at a diagonal angle and lay it into position. Insert it until the FPC/FFC is securely hooked on the positioning area. Check to see if it is retained by pulling lightly on it. For detail, refer to the next page. Positioning part 3 Do not pull on the FPC/FFC in an upward direction, doing this can damage the connector as it is not equipped to handle a large amount of force in this direction. 3 Rotate the actuator downward. 4 When dealing with a higher contact count (80 posi- tions), be sure to use two fingers to close the actuator on both sides. Using one finger might not close it completely and leave an incomplete connection. 2. Removing the FPC/FFC 1 Rotate the actuator upward, then angle the FPC/FFC upward after the actuator has been released and remove the FPC/FFC straight out. 5 When inserting FPC/FFC, do not rub it hard on the lower sur- face of the insertion slot of the connector. Otherwise, the contact hits hard on the FPC/FFC, and may cause the deformation of the contact or conductor separation etc. of the FPC/FFC. During the insertion of the FPC/FFC, make sure that 11 FH28 Series0.5mm and 1mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors BCautions when mating FFFC/FPC with positioning tabs Operation Methods Precautions for use 1. Position for insertion 2 PC/FFC must not over lap Insert the cable into the gap ( ) between the side walls ( ) on both sides of the cable insertion port' and the 'guide walls ( ) on both sides of the inner part of the connector' putting the tab of the cable on the gap. Do not close the actuator until the FPC/FFC has been placed into its correct position. If it is sitting on the guides and the actuator closes onto it, it can cause damage and alter its performance. Apr.1.2019 Copyright 2019 HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Incorrectly placed onto the left guide Incorrectly placed onto the right guide 2. Cautions during insertion/mating 1 Do not insert the FPC/FFC at an skewed angle (as shown), this type of action may cause the corner of the cable to get hooked and deform its contacts. Normal insertion Skwed insertion Do not close the actuator with the cable sitting on either guide. Insert the cable straight into the connector opening and hook the cable tab onto the guide. Pull the cable towards yourself with a slight force after insertion, and close the actuator after confirming that the cable tab is completely secured. If it cannot be pulled to out, the cable can be determined to be inserted into the correct position. Recommended mating method In case you accidentally close the lock with the cable sitting on the guides, do not move the cable around to make it seat. Open the actuator immediately and reposition the cable as explained in "1. Position for insertion" noted above. 1 Insert the cable straight from the diagonally left side. 2 Pull the cable lightly to yourself and check if the tab is secured. Pulling direction 3 Close the actuator. 12 The characteristics and the specifications contained herein are for reference purpose. Please refer to the latest customer drawings prior to use. The contents of this catalog are current as of date of 03/2016. Contents are subject to change without notice for the purpose of improvements.