AVX's Secure Lock ZIF Connector Series Provides High Reliability

MYRTLE BEACH S.C.--(Business Wire)--
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced passive
components and connectors, has developed a series of secure lock zero
insertion force (ZIF) connectors that provide enhanced robustness and
dependability for applications that require high reliability.
Designated the 6288 Series, the rugged connector series features a
shaped cable construction that guarantees correct alignment and
eliminates failures due to misalignment. The 6288 Series connector's
one-touch flip lock provides audible and tactile "click" feedback that
facilitates ease-of-assembly, virtually eliminates production process
failures, and prevents accidental removal of the cable in the field.

"Our rugged ZIF connector features a unique design that includes a
secure locking mechanism that ensures safe and reliable operation in
harsh environments that include severe vibration," said Andy Kotas,
Marketing Manager at AVX.

The moldings in the connector accept FFC/FPC cable and lock shapes
to prevent accidental removal of the cable and incorrect insertions.

The connectors are ideal for automotive applications, including
audio/visual devices, DVD and satellite navigation screens, digital
speedometers, tachometers, and rear view mirror displays. The
connectors can also be found in medical electronic applications such
as handheld blood sugar monitors and LCD screens.

The 6288 Series connectors are available in 6 to 60 positions with
a standard 0.5mm pitch and an operating temperature range between -40C
to +105C. The standard 0.5mm pitch contacts feature a gold flash
finish for higher reliability soldering. Technical drawings of the
FFC/FPC shape are also available upon request.

Pricing typically starts at $0.40 in reels of 2000 with a lead
time of 10 weeks.

For more information, contact AVX at 801 17th Avenue South, Myrtle
Beach, S.C. 29578; by calling 843-448-9411, by fax at 843-444-2864 or
on the Web at www.avx.com.

About AVX

AVX Corporation is a leading international supplier of electronic
passive components and interconnect solutions with 24 manufacturing
and customer support facilities in 15 countries around the world. AVX
offers a broad range of devices including capacitors, resistors,
filters, timing and circuit protection devices and connectors. The
company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:AVX).

AVX
Gary Baker, Director, WW Sales Communications
843-946-0601; gbaker@avxus.com
or
BtB Marketing
Garth Miller, 919-872-8172; gmiller@btbmarketing.com

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