Molex Incorporated  released the Flexi-Mate™ Connector System.  Designed to address the backlighting needs of LED TVs, as well as room lighting applications, the Molex Flexi-Mate Connector System is the industry’s first solution to provide a full range of both board-to-board and wire-to-board connectivity.

 “The industry trend toward the use of LEDs in TVs and standard room lighting are driving demand for next-generation connector innovations.  The Flexi-Mate Connector System offers OEMs and designers a total complement of configurations for optimal design flexibility,” states Goji Tanabe, regional product manager, Molex.

The 3.70mm (.146”) pitch Molex Flexi-Mate Connector System enables the secure placement of LEDs on interconnecting panels across the full width of a TV display or lighting fixture.  The 3.00mm (.118”) mated height provides optimal design flexibility in thinner, space-saving applications.  Adds Tanabe, “The Flexi-Mate System delivers a 25 percent lower profile than other LED connector products on the market, which makes it an ideal solution for flat panel displays—or any electronic application requiring a slim width or depth dimension.”

The Flexi-Mate Connector System includes coplanar board-to-board connectors used to snap together small panels containing LED lights.  The system includes a wire-to-board option to connect the LED boards to the main power board.  A terminating connector used as a shorting device completes an open-loop signal.  Currently available in a standard two-circuit design, Flexi-Mate Connector System key features include a dual-contact terminal design for secure electrical contact and robust, space-saving positive side locks for wire-to-board connectors.  A mating guide on PCB versions facilitates smooth mating and protects terminals during mating and unmating.  The Flexi-Mate System is available in low halogen and non-low-halogen material to meet various environmental and market requirements.

A leader in advancing consumer electronics industry standards and patented technologies for HDTV, computer displays, and LED applications, Molex offers manufacturers and their suppliers a wide range of innovative products and extensive research and development capabilities, including rapid prototyping and high volume production support.  For technical information about Molex Flexi-Mate products, visit:  www.molex.com/link/fleximate.html.  To receive information and updates on Molex products and industry solutions, please click here.

About Molex Incorporated
Providing more than connectors, Molex delivers complete interconnect solutions for a number of markets including data communications, telecommunications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, medical, military, lighting and solar.  Established in 1938, the company operates 39 manufacturing locations in 16 countries.  The Molex website is www.molex.com.  Follow us at www.twitter.com/molexconnectors, watch our videos at www.youtube.com/molexconnectors, connect with us at www.facebook.com/molexconnectors and read our blog at www.connector.com.