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sPrecautions at the Design Stage

(1) Route the FPC/FFC so that a direct pull force

(2) Make sure that there is enough space to insert/remove the FPC/FFC straight.

(3) Follow the recommendations given in this catalog in regard to mounting pattern, metal mask dimensions and FPC/FFC mating

dimensions.

(4) Consult the manufacturer of the FPC/FFC for the details on the flexibility of the specific FPC/FFC.

(5) When designing the board lay-out and spaces in the device assure that there is enough clearances for the actuator to fully

open/close.

xWhen hand soldering:

· Do not perform hand soldering with the FPC inserted in the connector.

* Do not apply excessive heat or touch the soldering iron anywhere other than the connector leads.

* Do not use excessive amount of solder or flux compounds.

Operation of the actuator or contacts may be affected by excessive amounts of solder or flux compounds.

xHandling before mounting on PCB

Insertion of the FPC/FFC or operation of the actuator prior to mounting on the PCB is NOT RECOMMENDED.

xPC board warpage

Minimize the warpage as much as possible. The connector are straight within 0.1 mm max. Make sure that the mounting area

flatness can accept the connector terminals without causing any failure of the solder joints.

xForces on the board

xWhen braking the large PC board into individual boards exercise care NOT to damage the installed connectors.

xWhen attaching the boards or other components with the screws make sure that any stresses will NOT cause board deflections

affecting the mounting areas of the connector.

sPrecautions when mounting connectors on the PCB

Connectors

PCB