Samtec FTSH Terminal Strips Support JTAG Connectivity

Samtec has highlighted its FTSH series of 1.27 mm pitch terminal strips, available in surface-mount and through-hole versions with both vertical and right-angle orientations. The series is offered with 2 to 50 positions per row and is commonly used for JTAG connectivity and board-level interconnect applications.

The FTSH series is a micro pitch terminal strip used for board-to-board and cable-to-board connections. The connectors are available with selective gold or tin plating in flash and light gold options.

Configuration Options

The FTSH family is available in surface-mount and through-hole formats with vertical and right-angle configurations. Position counts range from 2 to 50 pins per row. Available options include shrouds, locking clips, guideposts, pick-and-place pads, ejector shrouds, keying shrouds, and tape-and-reel packaging. The series is also available through Samtec's Reserve program and is stocked by authorized distributors.

Common JTAG Configurations

Samtec identifies the FTSH family as a common connector series for JTAG interfaces based on IEEE 1149.1. Common configurations include 10-pin (2 x 5), 14-pin (2 x 7), and 20-pin (2 x 10) layouts. The company's FFSD low-profile ribbon cable assemblies are designed to mate with FTSH terminal strips.

JTAG interfaces are commonly used for boundary scan testing, device programming, debugging, and system configuration.

Qualification And Compliance

The FTSH series is qualified under Samtec's Severe Environment Testing program and is designated as an Extended Life Product. According to Samtec, the connectors meet or exceed MIL-DTL-55302 testing requirements and are available as part of the company's Automotive A-Series portfolio. The series is RoHS compliant and lead-free solderable.

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Technology Overview

The FTSH series is a family of 1.27 mm pitch terminal strips available in surface-mount and through-hole versions with vertical and right-angle orientations. The connectors support 2 to 50 positions per row and are commonly used for JTAG, board-level interconnect, and cable assembly applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What pitch does the FTSH series use?

The FTSH family uses a 1.27 mm centerline pitch.

Is the FTSH series used for JTAG connections?

Yes. Samtec identifies the FTSH family as a commonly used connector series for JTAG interfaces.

Which cable assemblies mate with the FTSH series?

Samtec's FFSD low-profile ribbon cable assemblies are designed to mate with FTSH terminal strips.