Ultra low-profile connector designed for wide range of consumer and portable power supply applications

Hirose has created an ultra low-profile wire-to-board power connector that enables the continued miniaturization of consumer and portable electronic devices. With a pitch of only 1.2mm and a stacking height of only 1mm, the connector presents the industry's lowest profile when used with 28AWG wire. The series supports higher currents up to 3A, making it ideal for a wide range of applications. The power connector features a Vertical-insertion/Swing extraction (ViSe) lock that provides a robust and reliable connection. The lock combines a positive lock mechanism that produces a high retention force to prevent cable removal with a friction lock that prevents connector floating when mated. The double-lock design ensures rugged performance for devices that are often exposed to high vibration, shaking or rattling. The connector has a two-point clipping contact design that optimizes the contact force. This lowers contact resistance, and reduces temperature rise, further reducing component degradation. "The DF58 Series is part of Hirose's comprehensive power connector product offering that supports a wide range of applications," said Rick van Weezel, vice-president of sales and marketing for Hirose Electric USA. "Offering the lowest profile on the market, the DF58 Series meets the growing demands of advanced consumer and portable products that require both miniaturization and higher current carrying capability." The connector is well suited for devices such as cameras, drones, laptops, robots, smart phones, tablets, wearable devices and other compact devices with small batteries. The series wire-to-board power connector has a rated voltage of 100VAC/DC and an operating temperature of -55C to +85C.