Buy FRXCF16 Ribbon Cable Online - 16-Way Flat Ribbon Cables in South Africa

Overview: What FRXCF16 Means

The term FRXCF16 typically refers to a 16-conductor ribbon-style cable used to connect headers, IDC connectors, or FFC/FPC-compatible sockets. In practice, you may encounter variations: flat flexible cables (FFC) with pitch like 0.5 mm or 1.0 mm, or classic flat ribbon (round conductor) with 1.27 mm pitch. Confirm whether your device uses an IDC header, FFC socket, or solder termination before purchasing.

Common specifications to check

• Number of conductors: 16
• Pitch: typical values 1.27 mm (ribbon cable) or 0.5-1.0 mm (FFC)
• Connector type: IDC, FFC/FPC tail, or terminated with soldered pads
• Length: measured in mm or metres; cut to length or pre-assembled harnesses available
• Shielding and insulation: unshielded PVC vs. flexible polyimide (for FFC high-temp)

Quick compatibility checklist

• Match pitch (mm) between cable and socket/header.
• Confirm end termination orientation (flip or straight) for your board layout.
• For power lines or motors, check current rating per conductor and consider multiple conductors in parallel.

Specification comparison table

How to choose the right FRXCF16 cable

Start with the mating connector: if your board has a 1.27 mm IDC header, choose a 1.27 mm ribbon and an IDC crimp/press-fit connector. For camera displays and compact modules, measure the FFC socket pitch (often 0.5 mm or 1.0 mm) and note whether the cable is flipped-contact or straight-contact.

Example: matching a display connector

A small LCD lists an FFC 16-pin, 0.5 mm pitch, flip-to-solder orientation. You should order a 16-way FFC 0.5 mm with the correct exposed contact side and a mating FFC socket rated for the panel thickness.

Accessory bundles and useful add-ons

• IDC crimp tools for 1.27 mm ribbon harnesses
• FFC extraction/removal tools and locking sockets
• Heat-shrink and strain relief boots for robust terminations
• Replacement connectors and breakout PCBs for debugging

South Africa buying considerations

Check real-time stock on Communica for Samrand (head office) and other branches before ordering. Typical small-batch ribbon cables may be in stock; custom lengths or specialised FFC parts can have lead times of days to a few weeks depending on supplier. Prices for a standard 16-way 1.27 mm ribbon cable cord assembly often range from around ZAR 25-200 for basic lengths and pre-terminated harnesses (estimate only). For project quotes, request a VAT invoice and include your purchase order or account details for tertiary or departmental purchases.

Ordering & fulfilment options

• Shop Now: add standard SKUs to cart for courier delivery or branch pickup.
• Check Stock in Samrand: view branch pages for live availability and collection hours.
• Request a Quote: for bulk or custom-length assemblies, get a formal quote and lead-time.

Compatibility tips and troubleshooting

• If contacts don't seat, re-check pitch and try a different orientation (flip the cable).
• For intermittent signals, try a breakout with scope probes to verify continuity and cross-talk.
• When powering devices, confirm single-conductor current limits; parallel conductors can share current in some harnesses.

Sources

• Communica - Connectors & Cable Collections
• Communica - Branches & Trading Hours
• FFC cable overview and pitch details