GS-20-094 Datasheet, PDF (19/23 Pages) FCI connector – ZipLine Connector System

NUMBER
GS-20-094
TYPE
APPLICATION SPECIFCATION
TITLE
ZipLine^TM Connector System
PAGE
REVISION
19 of 23
B
AUTHORIZED BY
M. Gray
DATE
2009-10-05
CLASSIFICATION
UNRESTRICTED
7. RECOMMENDED INSERTION FORCES AND SPEED
The recommended maximum insertion force per each press-fit pin is 25 N (5.62 lbf).
EXAMPLE: For a 6 pair 12 IMLA ZipLine™ connector there are 216 press-fit tails that are to be
inserted into the PCB. Therefore, the maximum recommended press setting would be 5400 N (216
press-fit tails x 25 N) or 1214 lbf.
These maximum force recommendations have been determined to yield acceptable insertion results for PCB holes
within FCI’s recommended guidelines. While it is acceptable to use a lower insertion force per press-fit pin,
steps should be taken to guarantee that the connector is seated properly (see Section 9). Force settings will
vary with different types of PTH finishes. Customers should develop parameters that best suit individual
application requirements. Inserting to a specified force will yield more consistent results than inserting to a set
distance. Actuation of the insertion press should be slow and controlled, not fast like a punch press. To prevent
improperly pressed connectors (i.e. bent pins), it is recommended that the press speed does not exceed 75
mm/min (0.05 in/sec).
8. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The application procedure for all connector configurations is as follows:
- Place the connector assembly on the PCB taking care to insure that the press-fit tails are lined up with their
respective holes. It is important to mount the connector in the correct orientation. As written in section 5.9 it is
recommended to screen print the connector outline onto the PCB.
Vertical header
Copyright 2006 FCI
Form E-3334
Rev F
Right angle receptacle
Right angle header
Figure 20: Connectors placed on the PCB
PDM: Rev:B
GS-01-001
STATUS:Released Printed: Nov 28, 2010.