Micro-SIM Card Socket Styles Maximize Space Savings in Mobile Devcies

“Downsizing of mobile devices and the transition to 3G and 4G/LTE networks require smaller connector form-factors – and better connector designs,” states Doug Jones, group product manager, Molex. “These newest compact micro-SIM versions offer superior electrical contact and other important advantages to mobile equipment manufacturers.”

Measuring 12 mm x 15 mm, the Molex micro-SIM push-pull card is 52 percent smaller than its predecessor Mini-SIM card (15 mm x 25 mm). Available in 1.35, 1.40 and 1.45 mm heights, the push-pull style micro-SIM sockets offer the same space savings and higher contact forces, with a wide finger area on the shell for easy insertion and withdrawal of a micro-SIM card. Currently the only micro-SIM tray version on the market that does not require a tool for card extraction, the user-friendly Molex micro-SIM tray style socket features smooth extraction and secure locking to prevent card fly-out.

The three new Molex micro-SIM socket styles feature a smaller footprint, lower profile height, and high contact normal-force (0.30 N) and reliability. Advanced polarization features help prevent against improper card insertion.

“Developed to fit portable devices otherwise too small for a mini-SIM card, our new push-push, push-pull and tray versions of micro-SIM card sockets offer manufacturers ultimate design flexibility and superior product performance,” adds Jones.

Available in standard 6-circuit and optional 8-circuit styles, all versions of the halogen and lead-free micro-SIM card sockets are ELV and RoHS certified.