1. ZE Connector To introduce the new ZE wire-to-board, crimp style connector series.

2. Many applications require a wire-to-board connector that is sub-miniature in size and offers engineers design flexibility. The ZE series wire-to-board, crimp-style connectors are on a 1.5mm (.059”) pitch, molded in a RoHS compliant 94V0 Polyamide (SMT headers), are available in SMT and through-hole versions, and incorporate both polarization and a secure locking feature. Rated 2A AC/DC (using 24AWG) at 100V, these low profile connectors have a side-entry height of only 5.8mm (.228”) (SMT). The series has an operating temperature range of -25  to +85  C including temperature rise when applying an electrical current. The series is offered in 2 to 16 circuit sizes in a single row (inline) configuration. ZE Connector

3. ZE Connector crimp style wire-to-board contact The ZE contacts, which are designed to accommodate a wire range of 24AWG to 30AWG are tin-plated over a phosphor bronze base material. The box construction ensures stable contact performance, positive electrical contact and low contact resistance at all times even when subjected to vibration and distortion. The suggested wire strip length for the wire is 2.1mm. Standard Contact

4. ZE Connector crimp style wire-to-board housing Molded in a PBT rated 94V-0 material, the polarized ZE series housings incorporate a secure locking device to prevent accidental disconnection due to routing of wires or vibration. Available in 2 through 16 circuits, the locking mechanism is designed to allow the user to press down easily and, while grasping the wire for stability, release the assembly from the mating header. An audible click is heard and felt when mating the housing assembly with the mating header. The housing is notched on one side for ease of locating the pin 1 position.

5. ZE Connector through-hole headers Available in top-entry (vertical) and side-entry (right angle) mounting configurations, the RoHS compliant, full shrouded headers are rated 94V-0 and feature insertion guides for easy and secure insertion of the mating ZE housings. The copper alloy posts are reflow treated tin-plating over copper- underplating and are designed to prevent accidental removal of the pins that might result from distorted mating. Top-entrySide-entry

6. Available in top-entry (vertical) and side-entry (right angle) mounting configurations, the RoHS compliant SMT headers are molded Polyamide rated 94V-0 and feature insertion guides for easy and secure insertion of the mating ZE housing. The copper alloy posts are reflow treated tin-plating over copper-underplating and are designed to prevent accidental removal of the pins that might result from distorted mating. Copper alloy, copper-underplated tin-plated reinforcement tabs offer strength and stability to the mounted headers. The SMT headers are packaged in embossed tape with removable suction caps (top-entry) designed for automated placement equipment. ZE Connector SMT headers Top-entrySide-entry

7. THE ZE SERIES IS ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FREINDLY Applicators are available for semi-automatic and fully automatic termination equipment normally found in the manufacturing environment as well as standard hand tools. Standard reels (16,000 pieces) and mini reels (500 pieces) for the ZE series for semi-automatic and fully automatic assembly equipment are available for manufacturing. For additional information about our Mini-reel tool refer to the PTM (Product Training Module) under JST on this page. Bench press and applicator for the ZE series Industry standard applicator for the ZE series Mini reel hand tool for the ZE series

8. THE ZE SERIES SUMMARY The ZE wire-to-board connector is a low profile, compact connector system: Compact size and pitch Reliable contact construction ideal for low current, low voltage conditions Available in 2 to 16 positions Applicable AWG #24 to 30 Secure, positive locking feature RoHS compliant SMT and through-hole product Supported with termination tooling for manufacturing requirements.