Rugged industrial and automotive applications can be subject to shock, vibration or rough handling that can dislodge terminals and cause signal interference. MicroClasp Wire-to-Board Connector System features a positive lock for secure mating retention. High-retention force and an inner lock provide electrical reliability in rugged environments.

In microminiature wire-to-board applications, sometimes operators fail to ensure proper mating orientation. This can lead to end-product failure. The unique non-rectangular housing shape of MicroClasp ensures proper mating orientation.

Often designers have a real estate space issue on their PC board because of increasing components. The MicroClasp Wire-to-Board Connector System features position lock in a compact 2.00mm pitch design.

Customers choose different connectors from different vendors; this makes their procurement process complex and often causes compatibility issues. The MicroClasp Wire-to-Board Connector System is available in 2-to-15-circuit single row and 8-to-40-circuit dual-row connectors in vertical and right-angle configurations.

This is not a definitive list of applications for this product. It represents some of the more common uses.