Surface Mount Sockets for CMOS Camera Modules

Duesseldorf, Germany, June 10, 2005 – For a fast, reliable integration of CMOS camera modules in mobile phones, PDAs, digital cameras and many other portable devices, ALPS Electric Europa GmbH has developed the sockets of the SCKA series. These surface-mountable devices are designed for 8mm x 8mm type CMOS camera modules and feature 24 vibration resistant contact pins. Furthermore, the sockets have a shielded cover and a camera module detaching function for easy handling. A mechanical locking mechanism is integrated to prevent the camera module from falling while in operation. The SCKA series is remarkable for their small dimensions of only 10.0mm x 10.0mm x 3.4mm (l x w x h). This compact size is the result of a thin-walled design based on the use of ALPS’ proprietary thin body-forming molding and high-precision processing technologies. The high-precision connectors are rated for voltages of 5VDC and up to 0.1A per pin and allow up to 10 mating and unmating cycles. They feature a maximum initial contact resistance of 100mΩ, an insulation resistance of up to 1,000MΩ and a voltage proof of 100VAC per minute. The operating temperature ranges from –25°C to +85°C. The connectors are suitable for automatic mounting and are packaged on embossed tape. They are available in minimum packing units of 1,000 pieces. For more information on the SCKA series please visit this link

ALPS Electric Co., Ltd. Since its establishment in 1948 ALPS has grown as a comprehensive manufacturer of electronic components. At present ALPS is creating innovative high-value-added products in its main business segments – Components, Magnetic Devices, Communications, Peripheral Products, and Automotive Electronics – which are contributing to the advance of a digital society. ALPS is a global company that carries out its operations with 23 production bases in 8 countries as well as 60 sales bases in 13 countries. ALPS Electric Europa GmbH, a subsidiary of ALPS Electric Co., Ltd., was established in 1979. Since 1989 the European Head Office is located in Düsseldorf. A team of specialists is working here in Sales, Marketing, and Product Engineering. From Düsseldorf the activities of our branch offices in Munich, Paris, Milton Keynes and the European distribution are co-ordinated. ALPS Nordic AB, a 100 percent subsidiary of ALPS Electric Europa GmbH, located in Sweden, is servicing the Scandinavian market.