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INTRODUCTION
The IEC 62680 series is based on a series of specifications that were originally developed by
the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF). These specifications were submitted to the IEC under
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Serial Bus technology. The Forum facilitates the development of high-quality compatible USB
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This series covers the Universal Series Bus interfaces for data and power and consists of the
following parts:
IEC 62680-1, Universal Serial Bus interfaces for data and power – Part 1: Universal Serial
Bus Specification, Revision 2.0

IEC 62680-2, Universal Serial Bus interfaces for data and power – Part 2: USB Micro-USB
Cables and Connectors Specification, Revision 1.01

IEC 62680-3, Universal Serial Bus interfaces for data and power – Part 3: USB Battery
Charging Specification, Revision 1.2

IEC 62680-4, Universal Serial Bus interfaces for data and power – Part 4: Universal Serial
Bus Cables and Connectors Class Document Revision. 2.0
This part of the IEC 62680 series consists of several distinct parts:
• the main body of the text, which consists of the original specification and all ECN and
Errata developed by the USB-IF.

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction . 10
1.1 General . 10
1.2 Objective of the Specification . 10
1.3 Intended Audience/Scope . 10
1.4 Related Documents . 10
2 Acronyms and Terms . 10
3 Significant Features . 11
3.1 USB 2.0 Specification Compliance . 11
3.2 On-The-Go Device . 11
3.3 Connectors . 11
3.4 Compliant Cable Assemblies . 12
3.5 Plug Overmolds . 12
4 Cables and Connectors . 12
4.1 Introduction . 12
4.2 Micro-Connector Mating . 12
4.3 Color Coding . 13
4.4 Device, Cable and Adapter Delays . 13
4.5 Compliant Usage of Connectors and Cables . 14
4.5.1 Cables . 14
4.5.2 Overmolds . 14
4.5.3 Mechanical Interfaces . 14
4.5.4 Surface mount standard version drawings . 14
4.5.5 DIP-type and Midmount-type receptacles . 14
4.5.6 Connector Keying . 15
4.5.7 Right Angle Plugs . 15
4.5.8 Adapters . 15
4.6 Drawings . 15
5 Electrical Compliance Requirements . 34
5.1 Data Rates Beyond USB 2.0 (480Mb/s -->) . 35
5.2 Low Level Contact Resistance . 35
5.3 Contact Current Rating . 35
5.3.1 Signal Contacts Only (2, 3, and 4) . 35
5.3.2 With Power Applied Contacts (1 and 5) . 35
6 Mechanical Compliance Requirements . 35
6.1 Operating Temperature Range . 35
6.1.1 Option I . 35
Option II . 35
6.2 Insertion Force . 35
6.3 Extraction Force . 35
6.4 Plating . 35
6.4.1 Option I . 36
6.4.2 Option II . 36
6.5 Solderability . 36
6.6 Peel Strength (Reference Only) . 36
6.7 Wrenching Strength (Reference Only) . 36
6.8 Lead Co-Planarity . 36
6.9 RoHS Compliance . 36

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6.10 Shell & Latch Materials . 36

Note: All Engineering Change Notice’s (ECN) and Errata documents as of
September 01, 2012 that pertain to this core specification follow the last
page of the specification starting on page 37.

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Universal Serial Bus
Micro-USB Cables and Connectors
Specification
Revision 1.01
April 4, 2007
Revision History
Revision Issue Date Comment
0.6 1/30/2006 Revisions to all sections
0.7 3/24/2006 Added revised Micro-USB drawings to Rev.0.8
0.8 4/19/2006 Editorial changes and additions by Jan Fahllund (Nokia)
0.8b 4/26/2006 Corrections to the 0.8 version (based by comments from contributors)
0.9 6/7/2006 Corrections based on comments from the 0.8b version
1.0RC 8/2/2006 Added lubricant recommendation, LLRC delta change specified
1.01RC 11/10/2006 Editorial changes and addition based on Oct-06 USB-IF CCWG meeting.
1.02RC 12/10/2006 Shell material thickness tolerances changed so that material can be 0.25 mm
or 0.3 mm; edited three pictures (Figure 4-10, 4-11 and 4-12).
1.03RC 12/11/2006 Two pictures edited (Figure 4-8 and 4-9). In fig 4-8 max height to be 2.8mm
MAX. In fig 4-9 R0.25mm MAX to be R0.30mm MAX.
1.0RC3 12/19/2006 For BoD approval
1.0 1/12/2007 Approved
1.0 1/22/2007 Cosmetic edits for publication
1.01 4/4/2007 Editorial corrections and additions to contributor list. Reinserted shell and plug
material requirements as section 6.10. Clarified wording on Plating
Recommendations.
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Contributors
Mark Rodda, (editor) Motorola Yoichi Nakazawa, JST
Jan Fahllund, (editor) Nokia Kevin Fang, Longwell Electronics
Jim Koser, (CCWG Chairman), Foxconn Morgan Jair, Main Super Co.
Ed Beeman, 2010 Tech Tom Kawaguchi, Matsushita Electric Works
Glen Chandler, Advanced-Connectek (Acon) Ron Ward, Matsushita Electric Works
Charles Wang, Advanced-Connectek (Acon) Satoshi Yamamoto, Matsushita Electric Works
Toshinori Sasaki, Across Techno Yasuhiko Shinohara, Mitsumi
Minoru Ohara, Allion Atsushi Nishio, Mitsumi
Brad Brown, ATL Hitoshi Kawamura, Mitsumi
Christopher Mattson, ATL Scott Sommers, Molex
Marcus Darrington, ATL Kevin Delaney, Molex
Jaremy Flake, ATL Technology Kieran Wright, Molex
George Olear, Contech Research Padraig McDaid, Molex
Roy Ting, Elka Mikko Poikselka, Molex
Sophia Liu, ETC Sam Liu, Newnex Technology Corp.
Bill Northey, FCI Richard Petrie, Nokia
Tsuneki Watanabe, Foxconn Kai Silvennoinen, Nokia
Jim Zhao, Foxconn Panu Ylihaavisto, Nokia
David Ko, Foxconn Arthur Zarnowitz, Palm
Jong Tseng, Foxconn Douglas Riemer, SMK
Jack Lu, Foxlink Eric Yagi, SMK
Tim Chang, Foxlink Abid Hussain, Summit Microelectronics
Sathid Inthon, Fujikura Kaz Osada, Tyco
Toshi Mimura, Fujijura Masaru Ueno, Tyco
Alan Berkema, Hewlett-Packard Yoshikazu Hirata, Tyco
Karl Kwiat, Hirose Mark Paxson, VTM Inc.
Shinya Tono, Hirose
Kazu Ichikawa, Hirose
Ryozo Koyama, Hirose
Yousuke Takeuchi, Hirose
Tsuyoshi Kitagawa, Hosiden
Jim Eilers, Hosiden
Kazuhiro Saito, JAE
Ron Muir, JAE
Mark Saubert, JAE
Yasuhira Miya, JST
Takahiro Diguchi, JST
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1 Introduction
1.1 General
USB has become a popular interface for exchanging data between cell phone and portable
devices. Many of these devices have become so small it is impossible to use standard USB
components as defined in the USB 2.0 specification. In addition the durability requirements of
the Cell Phone and Portable Devices market exceed the specifications of the current
interconnects. Since Cell Phones and other small Portable Devices are the largest market
potential for USB, this specification is addressing this very large market while meeting all the
requirements for electrical performance within the USB 2.0 specification.
1.2 Objective of the Specification
The purpose of this document is to define the requirements and features of a Micro-USB
connector that will meet the current and future needs of the Cell Phone and Portable Devices
markets, while conforming to the USB 2.0 specification for performance, physical size and
shape of the Micro-USB interconnect.
This is not a stand-alone document. Any aspects of USB that are not specifically changed by
this specification are governed by the USB 2.0 Specification and USB On-The-Go Supplement.
1.3 Intended Audience/Scope
Cell phone and Portable Devices have become so thin that the current Mini-USB does not fit
well within the constraints of future designs. Additional requirements for a more rugged
connector that will have durability past 10,000 cycles and still meet the USB 2.0 specification
for mechanical and electrical performance was also a consideration. The Mini-USB could not
be modified and remain backward compatible to the existing connector as defined in the USB
OTG specification.
1.4 Related Documents
USB 2.0
USB OTG Supplement
2 Acronyms and Terms
This chapter lists and defines terms and abbreviations used throughout this specification.
A-Device A device with a Type-A plug inserted into its receptacle. The A-
device supplies power to VBUS and is host at the start of a session.
If the A-device is On-The-Go, it may relinquish the role of host to an
On-The-Go B-device under certain conditions,
Application A generic term referring to any software that is running on a device
that can control the behavior or actions of the USB port(s) on a
device.
B-Device A device with a Type-B plug inserted into its receptacle. The B-
device is a peripheral at the start of a session. If the B-device is
OTG, it may be granted the role of host from an OTG A-device.
DIP-type A connector with contact and shield solder tails that are soldered
through the printed circuit board
FS Full Speed (max 12Mb/s)
Higher than HS (480Mb/s ---> 5 Gb/s)

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HS High Speed (max 480 Mb/s)
A physical entity that is attached to a USB cable and is acting in the
Host
role of the USB host as defined in the USB Specification, Revision
2.0. This entity initiates all data transactions and provides periodic
Start of Frames.
HNP Host Negotiation Protocol
ID Identification. Denotes the pin on the Micro connectors that is used
to differentiate a Micro-A plug from a Micro-B plug.
LS Low Speed (max 1,5 Mb/s)
A connector that is mounted in a cut-out in the printed circuit board
Midmount-type
between the top and bottom surfaces.
OTG On-The-Go
OTG device A device with the host and peripheral capabilities
A physical entity that is attached to a USB cable and is currently
Peripheral
operating as a “device” as defined in the USB Specification,
Revision 2.0. The Peripheral responds to low level bus requests
from the Host.
PCB Printed circuit board
USB Universal Serial Bus
USB-IF USB Implementers Forum
3 Significant Features
This section identifies the significant features of the Micro-USB specification. The purpose of
this section is not to present all the technical details associated with each major feature, but
rather to highlight its existence. Where appropriate, this section references other parts of the
document where further details can be found.
3.1 USB 2.0 Specification Compliance
Any device with Micro-USB features is first and foremost a USB peripheral that is compliant
with the USB 2.0 specification.
3.2 On-The-Go Device
Any OTG Micro-USB device shall conform to the OTG requirements as set forth in the On-
The-Go Supplement to the USB 2.0 Specification.
3.3 Connectors
The USB 2.0 specification defines the following connectors:
• Standard-A plug and receptacle,
• Standard-B plug and receptacle, and
• Mini-B plug and receptacle.
The Micro-USB specification defines the following additional connectors:

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• Micro-B plug and receptacle
• Micro-AB receptacle
• Micro-A plug.
The Micro-AB receptacle is only allowed on OTG products. All other uses of the Micro-AB
receptacle are prohibited. The Micro-AB receptacle accepts either a Micro-A plug or a Micro-B
plug.
It is recommended that the Micro-AB continue to support HNP as requested and support full
functionality as a peripheral when a Micro-B plug is inserted.
3.4 Compliant Cable Assemblies
The USB 2.0 specification defines the following cables:
• Standard-A plug to Standard–B plug,
• Standard-A plug to Mini-B plug, and
• Captive cable with Standard-A plug.
The Micro-USB specification defines the following additional cables:
• Micro-A plug to Micro-B plug,
• Micro-A plug to Standard-A receptacle
• Micro-B plug to Standard-A plug, and
• Hardwired Captive cable with Micro-A plug. (Hardwired Captive cable is a cable,
connected internally to a device, which is not designed to be removed by the end user of
that device.)
No other types of cables are allowed by either the USB specification, or by the OTG
supplement. Cables are not allowed to have receptacles on either end unless they meet the
mechanical and electrical requirements of adapters defined in this document.
3.5 Plug Overmolds
The Micro-USB specification constrains the size and the shape of the overmolds for the Micro-
A and Micro-B plugs.
The Micro-A plug’s overmold has a rectangular shape, and the Micro-B plug’s overmold is
rectangular with chamfers. This allows easy recognition and differentiation of the two plugs
by the consumer See pictures Figure 4-4 and Figure 4-5.
4 Cables and Connectors
4.1 Introduction
This chapter provides the mechanical and electrical specifications for the cables, connectors
and cable assemblies used to interconnect devices as well as constraints on the design of the
overmolds for the Micro-A and Micro-B plugs.
4.2 Micro-Connector Mating
The following table summarizes the plugs accepted by each of the receptacles.
Table 4-1. Plugs Accepted By Receptacles
Receptacle Plugs Accepted
Standard-A Standard-A
Standard-B Standard-B
Mini-B Mini-B
Micro-B Micro-B
Micro-AB Micro-A or Micro-B
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The usage and wiring assignments of the five pins in the Micro-A plug are defined in the
following table.
Table 4-2. Micro-A Plug Pin Assignments
Contact Signal Name Typical Wiring
Number Assignment
1 VBUS Red
2 D- White
3 D+ Green
4 ID 5 GND Black
Shell Shield Drain Wire
The ID pin on a Micro-A plug shall be connected to the GND pin. The ID pin on a Micro-B
plug is not connected or is connected to ground by a resistance of greater than Rb_PLUG_ID
(100kΩ MIN). An On-The-Go device is required to be able to detect whether a Micro-A or
Micro-B plug is inserted by determining if the ID pin resistance to ground is less than
Ra_PLUG_ID (10Ω MAX) or if the resistance to ground is greater than Rb_PLUG_ID . Any ID
FALSE and any resistance greater
resistance less than Ra_PLUG_ID shall be treated as ID =
than Rb_PLUG_ID shall be treated as ID = TRUE.
4.3 Color Coding
The following colors are mandated for the plastic inside the Micro-USB connectors defined in
this specification.
Table 4-3. Color Coding for Plugs and Receptacles
Connector Color
Micro-A plug White
Micro-B receptacle Black
Micro-B plug Black
Micro-AB receptacle Gray
4.4 Device, Cable and Adapter Delays
In Figure 7-11 of the USB 2.0 specification, four test planes are defined along the
transmission path from the host transceivers to the peripheral transceivers. These test planes
(TP) are as follows:
• TP1: pins of host transceiver chip
• TP2: contact points of host Standard-A receptacle
• TP3: contact points of peripheral Standard-B or Micro-B receptacle
• TP4: pins of peripheral transceiver chip
The maximum total delays are as follows:
• On-The-Go device - TP1 to TP2:  1 ns
• Adapter:    1 ns
• Any cable with a Micro-A or Micro-B plug: 10 ns
The maximum delays for the two worst cases of connection are shown in the following tables.

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Table 4-4. Maximum Delay for Micro-Connector and Cable
Location Delay Time
USB 2.0 Compliant Host – TP1 to TP2 3 ns
Standard-A receptacle to Micro-A plug adapter 1 ns
Micro-A plug to Micro-B plug cable 10 ns
USB 2.0 Compliant B-device – TP3-TP4 1 ns
Total 15 ns
Table 4-5. Maximum Delay for Standard Connector Cable
Location Delay Time
On-The-Go Compliant Device – TP1 to TP2 1 ns
Micro-A plug to Standard-A receptacle adapter 1 ns
Standard-A plug to Standard-B plug cable 26 ns
USB 2.0 Compliant B-device – TP3 to TP4 1 ns
Total 29 ns
4.5 Compliant Usage of Connectors and Cables
Cable assemblies and connectors not described below or not allowed by other amendments to
the USB specification are not compliant with the USB specification and may not be labeled as
such.
4.5.1 Cables
The cables allowed by the Micro-USB specification are shown in Figure 4-1 – Micro-A to
Micro-B Cable, Figure 4-2, and Figure 4-3. Cables must have a propagation delay of 10 ns or
less, have a physical length of no more than 2.0 meters, and meet all other requirements of a
USB cable.
4.5.2 Overmolds
The size and shape of the Micro-A and Micro-B plug overmolds must conform to the
constraints shown in Figure 4-4 and Figure 4-5 .
4.5.3 Mechanical Interfaces)
The mechanical interface dimensions for the Micro-A and Micro-B plugs are shown in
Figure 4-6 and Figure 4-7. Mechanical interface dimensions for Micro-AB and Micro-B
receptacles are shown in Figure 4-9 and Figure 4-10.
4.5.4 Surface mount standard version drawings
By following these instructions, receptacles from different manufacturers can be used
interchangeably on the same printed circuit board (PCB). In the case of the ”surface mount
standard version”, the dimensions of the contact tail and shield tail must comply with figures
4-11 and 4-12.
Note: PCB-layout drawings are included for reference only.
Figure 4-11 and Figure 4-12 shows designs for the Micro-AB and Micro-B receptacles
respectively.
4.5.5 DIP-type and Midmount-type receptacles
DIP-type (contact and shield tails soldered through PCB) and Midmount-type (connector that
is mounted in a cut-out in the printed circuit board between the top and bottom surfaces.)
receptacle connectors are not defined in this standards document. These mounting styles are
allowed under the standard as long as all intermating conditions are met. Mechanical

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dimensions and mechanical durability values may vary from the Surface mount standard
connector but must comply with all minimum values.
4.5.6 Connector Keying
This Micro connector series has been designed so as to prevent the Micro-A and Micro-B
plugs from being incorrectly inserted into a receptacle. The amount of metal blocking various
possible incorrect insertions is shown in Figure 4-13 and Figure 4-14, and is always greater
than 0.35 mm.
4.5.7 Right Angle Plugs
The overmolds for right / down angle plugs are required to comply with the same shape
constraints that apply to straight plugs. Reference drawings for right / down angle plugs are
shown in Figure 4-15, Figure 4-16, Figure 4-17 and Figure 4-18 .
4.5.8 Adapters
Requirements:
• The propagation delay of the adapter shall be less than 1 ns.
• The physical length shall not exceed 150 mm.
• The resistance of the adapter through VBUS and GND, including contacts, shall not exceed
70 mΩ.
4.5.8.1 Standard-A receptacle to Micro-A plug
This adapter is used to connect a cable with a Standard-A plug to an On-The-Go device that
has a Micro-AB receptacle. A reference drawing for this adapter is shown in Figure 4-
19(Figure 4-18).
4.6 Drawings
This section contains the mechanical drawings that are referenced in the previous section.

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Figure 4-1 – Micro-A to Micro-B Cable

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Figure 4-2 Standard-A to Micro-B Cable

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Figure 4-3 Micro-A to Captive Cable

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Figure 4-4 Micro-A Plug Overmold, Straight

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Figure 4-5 Micro-B Plug Overmold, Straight

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Figure 4-6 Micro-A Plug Interface

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Figure 4-7 Micro-B Plug Interface

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Figure 4-8 Micro-A/B Plug Interface (Cut-section)

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Figure 4-9 Micro-AB receptacle interface

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Figure 4-10 Micro-B receptacle interface

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Figure 4-11 Micro-AB Receptacle Design

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Figure 4-12 Micro-B Receptacle Design

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Figure 4-13 Micro-A Plug Blockage

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Figure 4-14 Micro-B Plug Blockage

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Figure 4-15 Micro-A Plug, Side Right Angle

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Figure 4-16 Micro-A Plug, Down Right Angle

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Figure 4-17 Micro-B Plug, Side Right Angle

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Figure 4-18 Micro-B Plug, Down Right Angle

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Figure 4-19 Adapter, Standard-A receptacle to Micro-A plug
5 Electrical Compliance Requirements
Electrical requirements are unchanged from the USB 2.0 specification (Chapter 6; Table 6-7)
and the On-The-Go Supplement to the USB 2.0 Specification, unless otherwise specified here.

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5.1 Data Rates Beyond USB 2.0 (480Mb/s -->)
This section will be amended as requirements for higher data rates (beyond the current USB
2.0 specification) become available.
5.2 Low Level Contact Resistance
30mΩ (Max) initial when measured at 20mV (Max) open circuit at 100mA. Maximum change
(delta) of +10 mΩ after 10,000 insertion/extraction cycles at a maximum rate of 500 cycles
per hour. (When manually operated, mating speed should be below 200 cycles per hour.)
5.3 Contact Current Rating
5.3.1 Signal Contacts Only (2, 3, and 4)
1A minimum when measured at an ambient temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. With power
applied to the contacts, the delta temperature must not exceed +30degrees Celsius at any
point in the USB connector under test.
5.3.2 With Power Applied Contacts (1 and 5)
1.8A for contacts 1 and 5 and at the same time 0.5A for contacts 2, 3 & 4, minimum when
measured at an ambient temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. With power applied to the
contacts, the delta temperature must not exceed +30degrees Celsius at any point in the USB
connector under test.
6 Mechanical Compliance Requirements
The following requirements will take precedence over the requirements set forth in the USB
2.0 specification (Chapter 6; Table 6-8) and the On-The-Go Supplement to the USB 2.0
Specification.
6.1 Operating Temperature Range
6.1.1 Option I
-30°C to +80°C
Option II
-30°C to +85°C (and above)
6.2 Insertion Force
Recommendations:
• It is recommend to use a non-silicon based lubricant on the latching mechanism to reduce
wear. If used the lubricant may not affect any other characteristic of the system.
• 35 Newton’s maximum at a maximum rate of 12.5 mm(0.492") per minute.
6.3 Extraction Force
• 8N (MIN) after 10000 insertion/extraction cycles (at a maximum rate of 12.5mm (0.492")
per minute).
• No burs or sharp edges are allowed on top of locking latches (hook surfaces which will rub
against receptacle shield).
• It is recommend to use a non-silicon based lubricant on the latching mechanism to
reduce wear. If used the lubricant may not affect any other characteristic of the system.
6.4 Plating
Recommendations:
• Contact plating should be done after stamping and forming
• Burrs should not be present on contact areas
• Contact area as smooth as possible before plating
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6.4.1 Option I
6.4.1.1 Receptacle
Contact area: (Min) 0.05 µm Au + (Min) 0.75 µm Ni-Pd on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
Contact tail: (Min) 0.05 µm Au on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
6.4.1.2 Plug
Contact area: (Min) 0.05 µm Au + (Min) 0.75 µm Ni-Pd on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
6.4.2 Option II
6.4.2.1 Receptacle
Contact area: (Min) 0.75 µm Au on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
Contact tail: (Min) 0.05 µm Au on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
6.4.2.2 Plug
Contact area: (Min) 0.75 µm Au on top of (Min) 2.0 µm Ni
6.5 Solderability
Solder shall cover a minimum of 95% of the surface being immersed, when soldered at
temperature 255℃ +/-5℃ for in immersion duration 5S. (component is to be lead-free
component) Using Type R flux.
6.6 Peel Strength (Reference Only)
Minimum 150N when soldered connector is pulled up from PCB in the vertical direction.
6.7 Wrenching Strength (Reference Only)
Perpendicular Force Test : This test shall be performed using virgin parts. Perpendicular
forces (Fp) are applied to a plug when inserted at a distance (L) of 15mm from the edge of the
receptacle. Testing conditions & method should be agreed with all parties. These forces are to
four direction (left, right, up, down). Compliant connectors will meet the following force
thresholds with the following results :
– No plug or receptacle damage: 0 - 25N
– The plug can be damaged, but in such a way that the receptacle does not sustain damage:
25 - 50N
6.8 Lead Co-Planarity
Co-planarity of all SMT leads shall be within 0.08mm range.
6.9 RoHS Compliance
Component is to be RoHS compliant. Lead Free plug and receptacle materials must conform
to Directive 2002/95/EC of January 27,2003 on Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
6.10 Shell & Latch Materials
Shell and latch materials for both plug and receptacle shall be stainless steel or mechanically
equivalent material.
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