28-position vertical FFC connector for tight board stacks
The 2-1734742-8 is a 28-position, 0.50 mm pitch FFC/FPC connector from TE Connectivity's 1734742 series, terminated by solder to the board surface in a vertical orientation. The slide lock actuator secures the FPC without a secondary latch, and the ZIF mechanism accepts a 0.30 mm thick FFC with straight or tapered cable ends. Gold flash on the phosphor bronze contacts keeps signal integrity through repeated mating cycles.
What the 0.5 A and 50 V ratings mean for your circuit
The current limit per circuit is set by the contact beam and the narrow pitch, so keep traces on the board matched to the 0.5 A ceiling. The 50 V rating is typical for low-voltage FFC links to displays, sensors, or control boards.
How the slide lock and solder retention help the build
The slide lock holds the FPC in the ZIF actuator without a separate latch, which simplifies assembly and rework.