Clipzin is a patent-pending PCB-mounted edge connector that allows simple fixing of single board modules, such as the Raspberry Pi Pico, to a host PCB. As a surface mount connector, Clipzin simplifies manufacture and facilitates easy and rapid connection and disconnection of sub modules, while the retention clip ensures nothing shakes free during use – making it suitable for the development environment, whilst also providing reliability in mass production applications.
The connector mates directly with the PCB by making use of castellated pads along the edges to provide the connection. This simplifies and reduces the cost of manufacture for the modules, makes the entire assembly slimmer and lower profile and, without connector pins protruding, there is no risk these can be damaged.
Available in 20, 17 (15 live), 8 and 6-way variations, Clipzin can be used with modules such as the Raspberry Pi Pico and Arduino Nano Connect, as well as sensor, radio, and a myriad of modules and sub-assemblies for multiple applications across a wide range of industries.
Clipzin allows customers to quickly modify equipment on the production line to, for example, conform to local regulations by simply removing one Clipzin-compatible card and replacing it with another. In addition, equipment can also be upgraded as new features become available, even in field-installed systems, meaning modules can be reused which will contribute to improved environmental credentials.
Clipzin is available from Farnell and CPC.
