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FINEPITCH series board-to-board connectors for the connection of PCBs within the device

With the FINEPITCH series board-to-board connectors, Phoenix Contact provides shielded and unshielded solutions for signal and data transmission for the first time. This allows you to realize individual PCB orientations in all dimensions with different designs, stack heights, and numbers of positions in different pitches from 0.635 mm to 2.54 mm. Mezzanine, coplanar connections, and mother-daughter cards are also possible.

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Your advantages

  • Variability: Board-to-board connectors in shielded and unshielded versions
  • Reliable Mechanical and electrical connections thanks to the double-sided contact system
  • Flexible device design: Various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights with high wipe lengths
  • Excellent EMC properties with shielding with 0.8 pitch
  • Wide range of connection options: Mezzanine and coplanar connections, mother-daughter cards, and connections with flat-ribbon cable with 1.27 mm and 2.54 mm pitch
  • Application-specific arrangements with connections with flat-ribbon cables with 1.27 mm pitch
Motif from board-to-board connectors: Connections in all dimensions

The right connection for flexible device design

With its double-sided contact system, the high-position FINEPITCH series offers the ideal solution for industrial-grade PCB connections. You have maximum flexibility when it comes to arranging the PCBs in your device. The wide range of FINEPITCH products provides solutions for space-saving signal and data transmission. In addition, the shielded versions offer excellent EMC properties.

Compact BTB connectors with 0.635 mm pitch

Compact FS 0,635 series board-to-board connectors

Implement space-saving PCB connections with the FS series board-to-board connectors with 0.635 mm pitch. High-speed data transmission rates up to 20 Gbps and various numbers of positions and stack heights enable particularly flexible device design. Digital services and individual consultations provide support during your device development process – from the product idea all the way to series production.

Your added value with the FS 0,635 series

Engineer during design-in of board-to-board connectors
FS 0,635 series board-to-board connector
Integrated keyways for easy mating
High-speed data rates for industrial applications with the highest demands
Faster development process with customer-specific simulations in advance
Engineer during design-in of board-to-board connectors

You can count on our support: We provide comprehensive technical data as well as CAD models and ECAD data for your device development. Another bonus for your day-to-day work: Our sample service can provide you with your product sample within a few days by shipping it directly to you free of charge.

FS 0,635 series board-to-board connector

Flexibility that really pays off: The compact FS series board-to-board connectors are available in various numbers of positions and stack heights ranging from 6 to 16.6 mm. The high degree of flexibility when it comes to your device design helps you save space and costs during device development.

Integrated keyways for easy mating

Ensure error-free production with easy mating: The integrated keyways allow for easy and reliable connector assembly. The high tolerance compensation of the contacts reduces rejects in the production process.

High-speed data rates for industrial applications with the highest demands

In an increasingly networked world, ever higher data rates are required. With our FS series high-speed connectors, you are well equipped for this: Implement mezzanine PCB arrangements with data transmission rates up to 20 Gbps for industrial applications with the highest requirements.

Faster development process with customer-specific simulations in advance

The rapidly growing demand for signal density goes hand-in-hand with increasingly rigorous requirements for data integrity. Don’t hesitate to contact us: We can perform customer-specific simulations for your application on request. These will save you time during the development process and help to ensure transmission with low loss and low reflection.

FS 0,635 series board-to-board connectors
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Discover the advantages of the FS series

FS series board-to-board data connectors are your compact, high-performance, and economic solution for device development. You can transmit data rates of up to 20 Gbps and currents of up to 0.5 A per contact via connectors with up to 80 positions with a 0.635 mm pitch and stack heights up to 16.6 mm – safely and reliably with the high angular and offset tolerance.

Shielded and unshielded board-to-board connectors with 0.8 mm pitch

Shielded and unshielded board-to-board connectors with 0.8 mm pitch

Shielded and unshielded board-to-board connectors with 0.8 mm pitch

Board-to-board connectors of the FP 0,8 series feature the innovative ScaleX technology. The unique double contact ensures a reliable, robust connection and high tolerance compensation when plugging. Thanks to excellent signal integrity, they are ideal for high-speed data transmissions of up to 16 Gbps. The shielded versions are optimized for a very high level of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). With these versatile features, the FP 0,8 series is ideal for industrial applications that require robustness, high-speed data transmission, and shielding.

Unique to the market, both shielded and unshielded board-to-board connectors are available in the same portfolio. The same tolerances, stack heights, and mechanical properties enable uniform process parameters – particularly in applications in which both versions are to be installed on one printed circuit board. The high level of product variety also ensures a high level of flexibility during design-in for series production.

Shielded and unshielded board-to-board connectors with 0.8 mm pitch with high EMC protection
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High EMC protection

FP 0,8 series board-to-board connectors are the ideal solution for industrial PCB connections. The connectors achieve reliable high-speed data transmission up to 16 Gbps, which is protected by the clever shield concept.

Your added value with the FP 0,8 series

Two-sided ScaleX contact system
Scale X: Flexible device design
ScaleX technology
Scale X: Data rates of up to 16 Gbps
Scale X: Variability of the range
Two-sided ScaleX contact system

The two-sided ScaleX contact system enables a variable wipe length of 1.5 mm. This guarantees reliable mechanical and electrical connections.

Scale X: Flexible device design

​Various numbers of positions, designs, stack heights from 6 to 18 mm and future versions create a great deal of freedom for the device design.

ScaleX technology

The ScaleX technology ensures high tolerance compensation and enables a housing geometry in which the contacts are protected.

Scale X: Data rates of up to 16 Gbps

The FP 0,8 features very good signal integrity – with closed shielding concept for high EMC protection as an option.

Scale X: Variability of the range

With their equal tolerances, stack heights, and mechanical properties, the shielded and unshielded versions enable a wide range of applications.

Unshielded board-to-board connectors with 1.27 mm pitch

Unshielded board-to-board connectors with 1.27 mm pitch

Unshielded board-to-board connectors with 1.27 mm pitch

Board-to-board connectors of the FP 1,27 series allow the robust connection of PCBs within the device. Design your PCB orientation flexibly. Implement mezzanine and coplanar connections, mother-daughter cards, and connections with flat-ribbon cable.

Flexibility for your device design Click on one of the spots for more information on device-internal connections of PCBs in the FP 1,27 series.

The FP 1,27 series with various design-internal connection methods for several PCBs
Flat-ribbon cable
You can use a flat-ribbon cable and pre-assembled female connector strips with IDC connection to establish flexible connections between two PCBs. You can solder the appropriate male connector strip directly onto the PCB.
Flat-ribbon cable
Coplanar connection
Use horizontal female and male connector strips to connect coplanar PCBs.
Coplanar connection
Mother-daughter connection
If you combine vertical and horizontal versions, a right-angled connection is established between two PCBs. Male and female connector strips are available in both designs.
Mother-daughter connection
Mezzanine connection
Combine vertical female and male connector strips to connect stacked PCBs. Various installed heights enable PCB clearances of 8 mm to 13.8 mm.
Mezzanine connection
FINEPITCH board-to-board connectors with 1.27 mm pitch for industrial PCB connections
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Design versatile devices for the smallest of spaces

Benefit from the numerous possibilities for the device-internal connection of PCBs with FP 1,27 series board-to-board connectors. Horizontal and vertical male and female connector strips enable application-specific arrangements – with wire-to-board applications designed for assembly with a 1.27 mm pitch available on request.

Your added value with the FP 1,27 series

ScaleX contact system
ScaleX: Various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights
Connector soldering
Anchor metals for stable connections to the PCB
IDC female connector strips with flat-ribbon cable
ScaleX contact system

Benefit from the reliable mechanical and electrical connections with the two-sided ScaleX contact system. The gold-plated contact surface enables up to 500 insertion and withdrawal cycles, performance level 1.

ScaleX: Various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights

Various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights with a large wipe length enable versatile application-specific applications.

Connector soldering

Female and male connector strips feature a coplanarity of ≤0.1 mm.

Anchor metals for stable connections to the PCB

Additional solder anchors reduce the mechanical strain on the soldering spots. The anchor metals ensure that the connection to the PCB is mechanically stable.

IDC female connector strips with flat-ribbon cable

IDC female connector strips with flat-ribbon cable allow immediate use in the device. The female and male connector strips are supplied in tape-on-reel packaging. The male connectors without cables are supplied in tray format, and pre-assembled male connectors are supplied in a bag.

FQ series board-to-board connectors

FQ series board-to-board connectors

FQ 1,27 and FQ 2,54 series universal board-to-board connectors

FQ series board-to-board connectors are exceptionally versatile in application. Universal pin headers and sockets with 1.27 mm and 2.54 mm pitch form the basis for compact PCB connections in the device interior. They are characterized by their application-oriented and cost-optimized design. Pin and base strips enable mezzanine, coplanar, and mother-daughter connections.

Your added value with the FQ 1,27 and FQ 2,54 series

Two-sided contact system
Connector positioning pins
Coplanarity, tape-on-reel, or magazine packaging, and pick-and-place pads
Board-to-board connectors with contacts leading out
Board connections
Two-sided contact system

High degrees of freedom for device manufacturers with a two-sided contact system that enables mechanical and electrical connections.

Connector positioning pins

Positioning pins on the underside ensure reliable mechanical and electrical connections.

Coplanarity, tape-on-reel, or magazine packaging, and pick-and-place pads

Coplanarity, tape-on-reel or magazine packaging, and pick-and-place pads enable automated reflow processes.

Board-to-board connectors with contacts leading out

Contacts leading out below the housing enable a simple automatic visual inspection.

Board connections

A simple and cost-optimized design features cost-effective solutions for device-internal PCB connections.

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The board-to-board portfolio at a glance
FP and FQ series board-to-board connectors provide shielded and unshielded solutions for signal and data transmission in the device. Get an overview of the versatile portfolio.
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Ideal for numerous applications From telecommunications, through building and industrial automation, right through to IoT applications: Board-to-board connectors offer you space-saving solutions for signal and data transmission, such as in the following selected applications:

I/O systems
Frequency converters
Programmable logic controllers
Controllers
Human-machine interfaces (HMIs)
Sensors

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Compact FS series board-to-board connectors
Unshielded FP series board-to-board connectors
Shielded FP series board-to-board connectors
FQ series board-to-board connectors with a1.27 mm pitch
FQ series board-to-board connectors with a2.54 mm pitch
Compact FS series board-to-board connectors
High-speed data transmission with a pitch of 0.635 mm

The space-saving board-to-board connectors in the FS 0,635 series enable mezzanine PCB arrangements with high-speed data transmission rates up to 20 Gbps. A range of position numbers and stack heights supports a high degree of device design freedom.

What's different?

  • Design-in support during device development through M-CAD/E-CAD data and a free sample service
  • Cost and space savings with the comprehensive portfolio available in various stack heights
  • Easy mating with integrated keyways and tolerance compensation for error-free production
  • Time-savings during the development process with customized simulations for data integrity

Why is it good?

  • Pitch: 0.635 mm
  • 20- to 80-pos.
  • Stack heights: 6 mm … 16.6 mm
  • Data rates up to 20 Gbps
  • Currents up to 0.5 A
  • Insertion cycles: 50
  • Test voltage: 250 V AC

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FP series robust board-to-board connectors
Unshielded versions with 0.8 mm pitch

Unshielded board-to-board connectors of the FP 0,8 series are the perfect solution for industrial-grade PCB connections. The horizontal and vertical versions enable high degrees of device design freedom and enable automated optical inspection (AOI) after the SMT process.

What's different?

  • Reliable mechanical and electrical connections thanks to the double-sided contact system
  • Flexible device design: various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights with high wipe lengths
  • Robustness: ScaleX technology for high tolerance compensation and protection of contacts
  • Tape-on-reel packaging and pick-and-place pads for automated SMT processes

Why is it good?

  • Pitch: 0.8 mm
  • 12- to 80-pos.
  • Stack heights: 6 mm … 18 mm
  • Data rates up to 16 Gbps
  • Currents up to 1.7 A
  • Insertion cycles: 500
  • Test voltage: 500 V AC

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FP series robust board-to-board connectors
High EMC protection with a 0.8 mm pitch

Shielded board-to-board connectors in the FP 0,8 series are the perfect solution for PCB connections with industrial capability. The horizontal and vertical versions enable highly flexible device design, and the EMC shielding makes them ideal for high-position signal and data transmission.

What's different?

  • Reliable mechanical and electrical connections thanks to the double-sided contact system
  • Flexible device design: various numbers of positions, designs, and stack heights with high wipe lengths
  • Robustness: ScaleX technology for high tolerance compensation and protection of contacts
  • Data rates up to 16 Gbps: With closed shielding concept for high EMC protection

Why is it good?

  • Pitch: 0.8 mm
  • 12- to 80-pos.
  • Stack heights: 6 mm … 18 mm
  • Data rates up to 16 Gbps
  • EMC shielding
  • Currents up to 1.7 A
  • Insertion cycles: 500
  • Test voltage: 500 V AC

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FQ series board-to-board connectors
Male and female strips with 1.27 mm pitch

Designed for universal use, FQ series board-to-board connectors with 1.27 mm pitch provide cost-effective solutions for PCB connections inside the device. The SMD male and female strips with 1.27 mm pitch can be used to implement mezzanine connections.

What's different?

  • Reliable mechanical and electrical connections thanks to the double-sided contact system
  • Designed for integration into the SMT soldering process
  • Simple and cost-optimized design
  • Suitable for a wide range of applications

Why is it good?

  • Pitch: 1.27 mm
  • 10- to 80-pos.
  • Stack heights: 6.2 mm … 7.5 mm
  • Currents up to 1 A
  • Insertion cycles: 100
  • Test voltage: 500 V AC

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FQ series board-to-board connectors
Male and female strips with 2.54 mm pitch

Designed for universal use, FQ series board-to-board connectors with 2.54 mm pitch provide cost-effective solutions for PCB connections inside the device. Various SMD male and female strips can be used to implement mezzanine, coplanar, and mother-daughter connections.

What's different?

  • Reliable mechanical and electrical connections thanks to the double-sided contact system
  • Stacked, coplanar, or orthogonal PCB connections for high flexibility in the device
  • Designed for integration into the SMT soldering process
  • Simple and cost-optimized design
  • Suitable for a wide range of applications

Why is it good?

  • Pitch: 2.54 mm
  • 10- to 80-pos.
  • Stack heights: 13.6 mm … 14.9 mm
  • Currents up to 3 A
  • Insertion cycles: 100
  • Test voltage: 500 V AC

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