FunctionMAX FX20 0.5 mm SMT board to board connectors with a unique floating structure that absorbs mounting misalignment errors in applications where multiple stacking connectors are used. The FX20 series header connector has a floating structure embedded inside the fixed base of the housing. This floating structure offers a degree of play between the contacts during mating of + 0.6mm minimum in the XY directions. The floating contacts self centre in both the X & Y direction and absorb misalignment errors ensuring safe and accurate mating. The floating feature of these FX20 board to board connectors also eliminate stress caused by mounting placement errors and prevent resulting solder cracking and the need for corrective re-work to be done. Large mating guides on either side of the header also allow for an alignment movement of ±1.2 mm in the XY directions. These guides make mating easier, prevent incorrect insertion and ensure that a secure connection is made. The floating feature of these FunctionMAX FX20 board to board connectors enables them to withstand severe conditions in industrial and automotive applications. The FX20 receptacle connectors contain self-cleaning dual beam contacts which offer a high resistance to vibration and increased contact reliability. These dual beam contacts are made of a high conductivity material and have 0.5A current capacity per pin. The clearance between the contact and housing is designed to prevent capillary action, protecting the contact area from solder wicking and flux penetration during assembly.

• Floating structure to absorb mounting misalignment
• Reliable double beam contact structure for vibration resistance and reliable electrical connection
• 0.5A current capacity per contact
• Self-aligning and self-guiding structure

• Withstand severe conditions required by industrial applications and in-vehicle units
• Automotive and vehicle applications
• Broadcast equipment
• Base Station Transceivers
• Industrial equipment
• Measuring instrumentation
• Medical devices
• Printers and copiers
• Projectors
• Smart meters

FunctionMAX board to board connectors are designed to meet the needs of advancing technologies within the industrial market and offer high performance and maximum functionality. The FunctionMAX range includes connectors with a floating design and connectors with a high-speed transmission rate. The high transmission connectors have a design based on a differential transmission system and offer high-speed signals and excellent resistance to noise. The FunctionMAX range of board to board connectors offer superior performance in diverse environments.