Date: 12/01/2009

0.8mm SMT connector series in 10-pin and 54-pin version

ERNI Electronics has expanded its 0.8mm MicroStac SMT connector series to include a 10- (single row) and 54-pin (dual row) version. The MicroStac advantage is based on a patented hermaphroditic design, a special design requiring only one part number which enables reduced logistic and inventory costs for board-to-board applications. The range of applications includes sensor technology, medical instruments and mobile communication to automotive electronics, automation engineering, measurement technology, test equipment and building automation. For medical applications, new antistatic versions are now available upon request.

The SMT construction and unique design of the MicroStac allow for economical and automatic assembly. The stability of the miniature connector is facilitated through a tilt-proof contact principle with dual side positioning of the contact on the PCB. In addition, with its corresponding features of minimal weight (just 0.18g for the 6-pin design), 100% SMT co-planarity of < 0.1mm and suction areas integrated in the insulating body for pick-and-place assembly, the MicroStac is perfectly suited for high-speed manufacturing requirements.

The contact is formed through precision stamping to offer an extensive cross-section for low ohmic resistance. With an ambient temperature of 20°C and current feed to all contacts, the MicroStac 50-pin connector can transfer 1.6A per contact (in acc. with IEC 60512, test 5b). In summary, the 50-pin MicroStac can safely and reliably carry 80A inside a very small footprint.

Within the MicroStac connector family, new versions are now available with 6, 9, 10, 12, and 14 pins (all single-row), and 50 and 54 pins (both two-row). Depending on the connector version, the board-to-board height ranges from 3.0 mm to between 5 mm-6.5 mm. The MicroStac is designed to be used in multiple mated pairs between two boards.

MicroStac connectors feature a high temperature-resistant insulating body (PA46), and 100% SMT coplanarity to ensure a secure soldering experience. The black isolating body allows simple visual recognition during automatic assembly and, when delivered in the antistatic packaging, the connectors are protected and ready for automatic assembly.

Availability: Now
For additional information, visit www.erni.com/mstac