Hirose has introduced a hybrid FPC-to-board connector with a fully shielded design that blocks radiation and incident magnetic fields for clear, reliable signal transmission. The compact BK35 Series supports data transmission up to 40 Gbps and RF signal transmission up to 40 GHz. With a 0.35mm pitch, 2.2mm depth, and 0.6mm stacking height, the connector targets space-constrained, EMI-sensitive applications including smartphones, tablets, notebook PCs, and wearables.
Combining power and signal contacts in one hybrid design reduces the number of connectors needed on a board, and four power contacts rated at 2.5A each provide reliable power delivery. A fully armored construction adds durability and protects against housing damage during mating. VSWR remains low across the frequency range, from 1.3 max at 0 to 5 GHz to 1.8 max at 20 to 40 GHz.
