Date: 04/07/2012

TE launches push-push SIM connector for multi-card and mobiles

TE Connectivity (TE) has launched its latest push-push SIM connector that features dual-slanted contacts to enhance stable connection and a super low profile design that enables sleeker product design. The connector is suitable for handset, tablet, personal GPS, laptop, ultrabook and server applications.

According to a market survey by GfK Market Research in 2011, multi-SIM use is set to grow exponentially, especially in newer and more emerging markets. “The multiple SIM facilitates the consumer-lead desire to utilize different tariffs throughout the week, depending on time and usage,” the report said.

"With its innovative design and quality construction, the new push-push SIM connector is our solution to the growing market demand for multi-card devices," said Youichi Kashiwa, product general manager, TE Consumer Devices. “TE has worked closely with leading mobile device manufacturers in the development and launch of this new product." The smooth push-push mechanism makes it easier for users to eject a SIM card, while the dual slanted contact design helps avoid contact jams from hooking housing components underneath and provides better mating performance during drop test.”

The new push-push SIM connector is more suitable for slim mobile devices and the super low profile design offers connector height of 1.4 mm, which is 25% thinner than existing products, claims TE.

The new device features a card detect switch that enables hot swap and a wider card slot compatible with all SIM cards. In addition, the connector’s half-moon shape opening supports EMI protection. Extra open space at the front side of the housing helps avoid finger cuts when inserting or extracting the card.

The connector meets industrial standards such as European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), ISO and GSM.

For more information: http://www.te.com/products/simcardconnectors