Molex SlimStack Series Straight Surface Mount PCB Socket, 20-Contact, 2-Row, 0.5mm Pitch, Solder Termination

SlimStack™ Plugs and Receptacles available in stacking heights of:
1.5mm SlimStack™ Receptacles Series 54722 and Plugs Series 55560
3.0mm SlimStack™ Receptacles Series 52991 and Plugs Series 53748
4.0mm SlimStack™ Receptacles Series 52991 and Plugs Series 53916

Gold plated contacts for high reliability connectivity
High density capability
Secure retention against shock and vibration

This PCB socket is a surface mount receptacle designed for board-to-board applications featuring a compact 0.5mm pitch configuration. With 20 contacts arranged in 2 rows, this connector ensures efficient signal transmission. Suitable for use in various electronic assemblies, it offers a solder termination method, making it ideal for robust applications.

• SlimStack connector design optimises space for dense layouts
• Gold-plated receptacle ensures superior conductivity and longevity
• Designed for a maximum current rating of 500 mA
• Compatible with both 3.00mm and 4.00mm stacking heights
• Eliminates complications with a simple surface mount setup
• Low-halogen materials enhance environmental safety

• Ideal for use in automation control systems
• Utilised in consumer electronics for connections
• Employed in telecommunications equipment for reliable signals
• Suitable for medical devices requiring compact connectors

This connector is produced with low-halogen materials, making it compliant with RoHS regulations. This consideration aids in reducing hazardous substances, which is essential for eco-friendly electronic design.

A 0.5mm pitch allows for a compact arrangement of multiple connections without compromising performance, ensuring reliable signal integrity even in space-constrained environments.

The recommended PCB thickness for optimal performance is 1.60mm. Proper soldering techniques and maintaining temperature settings within the -40°C to +105°C operating range are crucial for ensuring a secure connection.

It is designed to mate with specific board-to-board SlimStack plugs, enhancing flexibility in various applications while ensuring compatibility within the same family of connectors.

The Molex SlimStack™ family of Micro SMT 0.50 mm stacking Board-to-Board connectors have a durable blade-on-beam contact and tails that provide strong solder fillets. The design of the SlimStack Board-to-Board connectors includes a metal friction lock that provides extra mating retention. This makes these SlimStack Board-to-Board connectors ideal for portable applications subjected to vibration or shock.