Flexible connector solutions from GTK

BASINGSTOKE, U.K. - Oct. 17, 2013 - PRLog -- GTK UK announced the launch of its new extensive range of ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) connectors for FFC and FPC cable on 0.5mm or 1.0mm pitch.  This connector range is ideal for use when connecting displays to PCBs and can also be used as an alternative to traditional ribbon cable connectors for connection between boards where PCB space is at a premium.

Both the 0.5mm and 1.0mm pitch connector ranges are available for vertical or horizontal cable entry.  The horizontal connectors offer the option of top (upper) or bottom (lower) contacts and are available with slide or flip actuators.  The slide actuator is the most versatile and offers a high level of cable retention, whilst the flip actuator is particularly suited to mid-board applications.  The 0.5mm pitch family are available in 4-60 ways and the 1.0mm pitch in up to 30 positions.  Both are supplied in tape and reel packaging as standard, with tube packaging available on request.

Caroline Ebbage, Business Manager for connectors at GTK said, “Our ZIF connectors are widely used for connecting displays to the PCB and as a cost-effective, space-saving alternative in applications where ribbon cables may previously been used to connect boards. In addition to our standard range we also offer alternative connector heights or PCB layouts, Low Insertion Force connectors and made-to-measure FFC cable jumpers.”

More information on this product range can be found on the GTK website at http://www.gtk.co.uk/PCB-Mount/ffc-fpc-connectors.php

To enquire about this product range, please contact Caroline Ebbage at connectors@gtk.co.uk, or on DDI at +44 (0)1256-400038.

About GTK

GTK is a provider of electronic solutions including cable assemblies, connectors and optoelectronics. The company can also provide custom turnkey manufacturing solutions. For over 20 years the company has provided its customers with high quality, high performance products that comply with the relevant industry standards. GTK is headquartered in the UK with subsidiaries in Germany, Taiwan and China. With production facilities in the UK, Taiwan and China the company is well positioned to support customers with new product designs on a regional or global basis.

For more information about GTK please call on + 44 (0) 1256 472000 or email on sales@gtk.co.uk. Alternatively visit our website on www.gtk.co.uk