LIF Connectors are Low Insertion Force, pin and socket connectors for use as a more rugged alternative to standard ZIF connectors and drop into the same "footprint".
Connecting and disconnecting the LIF connector is easily achieved using a centrally mounted "half turn" engagement mechanism. Simply rotate the mechanism handle 180 degrees to either engage or disengage the LIF mating halves. Polarizing kits are available to provide each connector used a unique identity.
The pin and socket contacts used in the LIF connector provide excellent and consistent electrical characteristics. The robust design of the contacts yield an operational specification of over 50,000 mating cycles.
LIF is particularly suited to applications that require frequent connects/disconnects or for projects that require very long term in service reliability, for example the aerospace or defense support programs.
A variety of standard back shells are available from MAC Panel. We can also design and manufacture custom back shells, or mounting hardware to suit specific application requirements.
LIF is available in a variety of contacts configurations.
Please note that some customer drawings may be multi-page.
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