Flat Flexible Cable (FFC)
Imperial manufacture Flat Flex Cable (FFC) to meet today's demand for a high density, high reliability interconnect system. In 0.50mm, 1.00mm, 1.25mm and 2.54mm pitches with options for flexibility, shielding & grounding and with RoHS tin conductors. Designed for moving applications that require a high degree of flexibility Imperials FFC is a quality product at an exceptional price. Light weight and ultra thin, FFC is ideal for tight spaces and an excellent alternative to standard IDC ribbon cable assemblies where bulk and rigidity would be an issue.
For pricing and further information, please contact: flat-flex-cables@imperial-connect.com
Samples are available on request: Order Samples
Samples are available on request: Order Samples
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The order code for FFC is made up in the following way:-
Please roll your mouse over the information icon for more information on each option.
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Cable type: A, B, C or D | |
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Insulation length (mm): i.e 100 = 100mm |
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Exposed contact length A (mm): Options: 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 |
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Exposed contact length B (mm): Options: 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 |
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Support strip length A1 (mm): Options: 6, 7, 8, 9 or F=10mm |
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Support strip length B1 (mm): Options: 6, 7, 8, 9 or F=10mm |
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Conductor Type (TxW): Options: A, B, C, D or E - see table |
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Shielding: Options: A or C N = Not Shielded |
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Grounded ways (if shielded):- Enter contact numbers, for grounding - please note contact 1 on cable types B & D. Leave blank if not shielded |
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A PDF document is available showing all order information for
Imperial flat flex cable in a printable format.
Flat flex cable option summary and tolerances
| Pitch (mm) | 0.5 ±.05 |
1.0 ±0.1 |
1.25 ±0.1 |
2.54 ±0.1 |
No of Ways available |
8 to 70 |
7 to 70 |
4 to 70 |
4 to 33 |
Exposed contact length - A and B Options (mm) |
2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 ±0.8 |
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Supporting Tape Length - A1 and B1 Options (mm) |
6, 7, 8, 9 |
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| Conductor Thickness x Width (D x A) (All tolerances ±0.03) |
E = 0.035 x0.3 (Tin) |
C =0.1x0.7 D = 0.035x0.5 |
B = 0.1x0.8 D = 0.035x0.5 |
A =0.1x0.5 |
| Cable total width(mm) | 0.5(N+1) ±0.5 | 1.0(N+1) ±0.2 | 1.25(N-1) ±0.2 | 2.54(N+1) ±0.3 |
| End Thickness | 0.3 ±0.05 |
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| Conductor Material | Tin coated flat copper wire |
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| Insulator Material | Flame retardant adhesive on polyester film |
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