Features and Benefits
Notebook and Tablet PCs with large graphic displays continue to get thinner in design and more powerful in functionality. This combination has created a need for a new style of connector that offers a very low profile, high current-carrying capability and a robust positive lock to maintain connection even when subjected to shock or vibration. The Pico-Lock system, available in 1.00, 1.50, 2.00 and 3.00mm pitch versions, is the first miniature wire-to-board connector system to combine all these features to meet these needs.
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Pico-Lock Connectors
With a low-profile design and high-current capability, Pico-Lock Connectors from Molex deliver exceptional space savings without sacrificing performance. Multiple pitch options and a range of circuit counts and mated heights are available for design flexibility. These connectors enable design customization for specific power and space requirements across automotive, consumer, industrial and telecom applications.
Applications by Industry
Black boxes
Control units
Heads-up displays
Infotainment systems
Interior electronics
Gaming equipment
Heaters/fans
LED/LCD TVs
LED lightings
Notebook PCs
Factory automation equipment
Power supplies
Security/Surveillance systems
Smart meters
Transformers
Tablets
Wireless modems
Servers
This is not a definitive list of applications for this product. It represents some of the more common uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Pico-Lock Connectors?
Pico-Lock Connectors are a miniature wire-to-board connector system designed for space-constrained and high-performance applications. Features include an exceptionally low profile, high current-carrying capability and a robust positive locking system. These connectors are available in 1.00-, 1.50-, 2.00- and 3.00mm-pitch versions to support various design requirements.
Is the Pico-Lock Connector a polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS)-free product?
Yes, a PFAS-free version of the Pico-Lock product family is available for all pitch sizes offered.
How do Pico-Lock Connectors help prevent mis-mating and ensure secure connections?
Pico-Lock Connectors include several design features to enhance mating reliability. Top friction locks provide additional mating retention and visual assurance. Polarization mating guides help prevent incorrect insertion while guiding the housing smoothly into the header. These features ensure secure connections, help prevent mis-mating and improve assembly efficiency.
Is the Pico-Lock product family suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the Pico-Lock product family is suitable for use in various interior vehicle applications. Specifically, the 2.00 and 3.00mm versions have been tested to USCAR2 standards and have successfully achieved the V1 performance level, demonstrating their suitability for automotive environments.
What are the applications for Pico-Lock 1.0 connectors?
Pico-Lock 1.00mm-pitch connectors provide a robust solution in space-constrained applications across consumer devices and wearables.