Terminal FFC

Choose FFC for simple point-to-point links when cost and a 7-day sample matter most. Choose FPC when you need complex routing, component mounting or dynamic flex on a polyimide circuit. Choose RFC (round flat cable) when you need to solder round conductors to the PCB — through-hole or wave solder — with no connector, or a hybrid round-to-flat end for ZIF. Typical in appliances, automotive lighting and industrial boards. Our engineers can review the drawing with you.

All three lines are built to drawing. For FFC: pitch 0.3–2.54 mm, pin count, length, PI or PET insulation, EMI shielding (aluminum foil, copper foil, absorber, conductive fabric, silver mesh), stiffener and plating (tin, gold or selective gold). For FPC: layer count, line/space, polyimide or PET, coverlay and ZIF compatibility. For RFC cable: pitch 1.0 / 1.25 / 1.27 / 2.0 / 2.54 mm, round conductors on one or both ends, tinning length, PET / PI / PVC insulation, hybrid round-to-flat ZIF, and optional EMI shielding.

Samples typically ship within 7 working days after design confirmation. RFC samples with custom round-end tinning may take a few extra days. Bulk production is 15–30 days depending on quantity and complexity. Expedited slots are available for urgent programmes.

MOQ depends on product type, pitch, pin count and materials. As a guide: FFC from about 500 pcs for standard builds, FPC from about 100 pcs, RFC cable from about 50 pcs because of the round-end forming process. Prototypes and small lots are welcome for validation. Send the drawing for an exact MOQ and unit price.

Nurwire operates under ISO 9001:2015. FFC, FPC and RFC cable products use RoHS and REACH materials. UL certification is pending. Every lot goes through IQC, IPQC and OQC, with 100% electrical testing before shipment. FPC lots also get coverlay adhesion checks; RFC lots get solderability and thermal-shock checks on the round ends.

We offer aluminum foil (light and economical), copper foil (strongest EMI barrier among the foils), absorber (well suited to LVDS displays), conductive fabric (flexes with moving parts) and silver mesh (highest attenuation for critical links). FPC can take selective shielding on sensitive layers. RFC cables can carry foil or fabric shielding along the flat body up to the round-end solder zone.

We support FFC pitches from 0.3 mm to 2.54 mm, with pin counts from 4 to 120+ depending on pitch. Common pitches include 0.5 mm, 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.25 mm and 2.54 mm. Custom pitches are available on request. Maximum length depends on pitch and pin count — typically up to 1000 mm for standard builds.

We build FPC from single-layer to multi-layer (up to 8 layers) with line/space down to 0.05 mm. Thickness typically runs from 0.12 mm to 0.3 mm for compact stacks. Substrates include polyimide for higher temperature and PET for cost-sensitive builds. Coverlay and stiffener options add mechanical support. ZIF-compatible ends are available for dense assemblies.