The FW-18-05-G-D-486-099-A is a socket strip from Samtec's FW series. It is a crucial component in board-to-board connections, providing a reliable and efficient method for stacking or connecting PCBs in various electronic systems.

Applications

• Board-to-board stacking in embedded systems
• Connecting mezzanine boards to a carrier board
• Signal routing in high-density electronic assemblies
• Prototyping and development boards
• Data communication equipment

Features

• Number of Rows: Double Row
• Number of Positions: 36 (18 positions per row)
• Pitch: 0.050" (1.27mm) center
• Body Orientation: Straight
• Termination Style: Solder
• Insulator Material: Black Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
• Plating: Gold plated contacts
• Overall Height: 0.486" (12.34mm)

Benefits

• High-density connection: Allows for a large number of signals to be routed in a small space.
• Reliable connection: Gold-plated contacts ensure a secure and corrosion-resistant connection, providing long-term reliability.
• Easy to solder: The solder termination style simplifies assembly and rework processes.
• Durable construction: The LCP insulator material offers excellent chemical resistance and high-temperature performance.
• Versatile application: Suitable for a wide range of board-to-board connection needs.

Additional Details

The FW series socket strips are designed for high-density, high-performance applications. The 0.050" pitch allows for a compact footprint, while the gold-plated contacts ensure optimal signal integrity. The LCP insulator material provides excellent electrical and mechanical properties, making these strips suitable for demanding environments. The part number FW-18-05-G-D-486-099-A specifies a double-row socket strip with 36 total positions, a straight body orientation, and a specific height (0.486") and tail length (0.099"). It is designed to mate with Samtec's terminal strips to create a complete board-to-board interconnect system. The "-A" at the end indicates an alignment pin.