#1 Ordering Option:
Standard Catalog Configurations
Our catalog selections span a wide variety of shapes and sizes — one is surely ideal for your unique design.
Ordering Your Z Series
− 4 Ways to order: All scenarios in the pages to follow
− Catalog configurations, custom, or a bit of both
− We're ready to consult or collaborate on your ideal Z Series connector
Smallest Pin Count, Full Height Range
Z Series Features
− Z-axis compression
− 0.050" (1.27mm) contact spacing
− 20 - 175 contacts
− Body heights of .100" (2.54mm) - .350" (8.89mm) or higher
− Multiple configurations to meet your application needs
− Zero outgassing for space applications
− Capable of withstanding high vibration environments
− Assembled in the USA
Standard catalog contacts & hardware coupled with your unique molded body style.
#2 Ordering Option:
Standard & Custom
Completely unique body, contact, and hardware selections. Let's collaborate on a specialized design today!
#3 Ordering Option:
Fully Custom Configuration
#4 Ordering Option:
Laser-Cut Engineering Units
We'll manufacture laser-cut laminates to prove your design concepts before final tooling & mass production.
Largest Pin Count,
Full Height Range
Standard Contacts & Hardware
Custom Body
Applications
Z Series Contacts
Z Series Features
Z Series Benefits
Intro to Z Series
Airborn Advantage
Reduced resistance with a single-piece contact construction vs. designs with multiple components.
Patented 1-Piece Contact System
The contact wiping action on the PCB (.007" - .014" distance) reduces resistance by removing oxidation on the pad.
Z Series Contact Wipe
Wipe Distance: .007" - .014
The Competition's Twist Pin Contact
Designed for board-to-board applications with board spacing between 0.100" and 0.350". Z Series uses a patented z-axis contact system that is specifically engineered to meet AirBorn's strict performance & reliability requirements.
Solid Connection Through Compression
Z Series Uncompressed
Z Series Fully Compressed
Applications
Z Series Contacts
Z Series Features
Z Series Benefits
Intro to Z Series
Airborn Advantage
Applications
RC Series
Avionics
Helicopters
Missiles
Satellites
Ruggedized Computers
Power Supplies
The unique contact wiping action on the PCB means reliability. The wear point is on the PCB pad, making Z Series ideal for applications where the action is fierce and reliability is key.
Z Series Connectors — Tough As Nails
Applications
Z Series Contacts
Z Series Features
Z Series Benefits
Intro to Z Series
Airborn Advantage
