Hirose 0.3 mm Pitch 23 Way Straight Female FPC Connector LIF Bottom Contact FH23

Hirose FH23 0.3 mm pitch 23 way straight female FPC connector with LIF bottom contact is engineered for compact, high-reliability electronic assemblies requiring low profile and secure FPC termination.

This connector series features a low profile height of 1.25 mm above the PCB, accepting 0.2 mm thick flexible printed circuits. The rotating flip-lock actuator provides an easy method to insert the FPC and lock it firmly in place, indicated by a tactile click. Its zero insertion force (ZIF) design reduces stress on the FPC during installation and removal.

The contact material is phosphor bronze plated with gold for enhanced electrical performance and corrosion resistance. The surface mount contacts are staggered in two rows at 0.6 mm centers for accurate PCB positioning. Insulated contacts on the bottom allow mounting over PCB conductive traces, further optimizing PCB layout.

Operating voltage is rated at 30V AC with a current capacity of 300 mA, suitable for low-power electronic signal connections. The connector withstands extreme temperatures from minus 55°C to plus 85°C, making it ideal for demanding industrial and consumer electronics environments.

Constructed of liquid crystal polymer housing, it is halogen free per IEC61249-2-21 standards, supporting safe usage in environmentally sensitive applications.

Common application areas include miniaturized portable devices such as mobile phones, digital still cameras (DSC), digital video cameras (DVC), and personal digital assistants (PDAs).

The connector's low profile and compact size optimize space utilization on densely configured PCBs. The flip-lock actuator eliminates the need to manually hold the FPC during assembly, improving production efficiency. Gold plated phosphor bronze contacts ensure excellent conductivity and longevity under repeated insertions.

Staggered SMT mount type enables secure and reliable PCB soldering. The connector’s design supports vacuum nozzle pick-and-place during automated PCB assembly. Explore more Hirose FPC Connectors and related PCB connector solutions within EnvMart's comprehensive electronics components category.