Micro Terminal Strips Offer Design Flexibility and JTAG Compatibility – EEJournal

Key Takeaways

Samtec introduces customizable FTSH micro pitch terminal strips available for next-day delivery.
These connectors, compliant with JTAG standards, support testing and device configuration.
Samtec’s FTSH series meets rigorous military standards and offers extensive options for various applications.

Innovative Connector Solutions from Samtec

Samtec, Inc. has launched its highly configurable micro pitch terminal strips, known as the FTSH series, designed for versatility and efficiency. These connectors are readily available in production quantities, offering designers multiple options for sizes, pin configurations, and plating. The FTSH series is part of the Samtec Reserve® program and supports next-day delivery, enhancing accessibility for design needs. Additionally, they are included in Samtec’s complimentary sample program and are in stock at most authorized distributors.

The FTSH series features a 1.27 mm centerline “header” design, available in surface-mount and through-hole formats, along with vertical and right-angle configurations. Users can select from 2 to 50 pins per row and choose between flash or light gold for plating. To facilitate manufacturability, these terminal strips come with options such as shrouds, locking clips, guideposts, and more, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of applications, including tape-and-reel packaging.

These terminal strips serve a critical function as JTAG connectors—part of the IEEE Standard 1149.1—which are instrumental for testing board-level interconnects through a method known as Boundary Scan. Initially designed for troubleshooting, JTAG connectors have evolved to aid in device configuration. Common configurations include sizes such as 10-pin, 14-pin, and 20-pin, with choices for shrouded or unshrouded designs.

In terms of compliance, Samtec’s FTSH terminal strips are qualified for severe environments and adhere to RoHS regulations. They also qualify as Samtec Extended Life Products™, exceeding the standards set by MIL-DTL-55302. The FTSH series can be integrated with other components like the FFSD series, a popular low-profile ribbon cable assembly.

About Samtec, Inc.

Samtec is a leading global manufacturer specializing in a broad range of electronic interconnect solutions. With revenues exceeding $1 billion, the company offers products like High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, and Micro/Rugged components. With over 40 locations worldwide and a presence in more than 125 countries, Samtec ensures exceptional customer service, delivering advanced interconnect solutions to various sectors including telecommunications, medical, industrial, and automotive industries.

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