The F52L-1A7A1-11018 is an 18-position FFC/FPC connector from Amphenol ICC (FCI)'s Aorora F52L series, with a 0.039" (1.00mm) pitch and vertical 1-sided contact orientation. It accepts FFC or FPC cables 0.30mm or 0.33mm thick, straight or tapered ends — the dual-thickness range covers standard flex circuits and flat cables used in consumer and industrial displays, touch panels, and control interfaces. The 80.0µin (2.03µm) tin finish on phosphor bronze contacts provides adequate corrosion resistance for indoor, non-aggressive environments; the 30 mating cycles limit it to one-time assembly or occasional rework, not daily disconnect. The slide lock actuator secures the FFC/FPC without a secondary latch — push the black actuator forward to clamp the cable, pull back to release. Solder retention features on the surface-mount tails add shear strength against cable strain, reducing the risk of lifted pads during handling or vibration.
Within the Aorora F52L series, the F52L-1A7A1-11018 (18 positions) sits between the 16-position F52L-1A7A1-11016 and the 20-position F52L-1A7A1-11020. If your BOM calls for 16 or 20 circuits, the same footprint and mating half apply.
Mounting and Termination — Surface-Mount Placement Checklist
The 0.198" (5.04mm) height above board is a moderate profile, suitable for tight enclosures where a low z-height is needed but not ultra-low. The LCP housing maintains dimensional stability across this range, keeping the contact alignment within tolerance.