Smart Card Socket Superior H1.40 Left Ear SMT VTC102014152

Product Overview

The VTC102014152 is a precision-engineered Smart Card connector featuring a mounting height of 1.40mm. It is designed with a “Left Ear” mechanical indexing feature to assist with precise seating and orientation within the device housing. This surface-mount (SMT) socket is built with heat-resistant LCP black plastic and high-conductivity C5191 terminals, making it suitable for modern, high-density PCB layouts.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: VTC102014152.
• Mounting Height: 1.40mm (H=1.40).
• Mechanism Type: No-Push (Manual).
• Housing Material: High-Temperature LCP Black.
• Terminal Material: C5191 Copper Alloy.
• Pin Assignment: 8 Signal Pins (C1–C8) plus Card Detect pins (CD1, CD2).
• Durability (Life Test): 10,000 cycles.
• Linear Tolerances: .X ±0.38mm, .XX ±0.25mm, .XXX ±0.15mm.
• Angular Tolerance: ±2°.

Product Features

• Extreme Durability: Rated for up to 10,000 mating cycles, providing reliable performance for devices requiring frequent card insertion.
• Specialized Mounting Design: Includes a “Left Ear” mechanical indexing feature to ensure correct assembly and enhanced physical stability.
• Integrated Card Detection: Features dedicated CD1 and CD2 pins to allow the system to automatically recognize card presence.
• RoHS Compliance: Manufactured with materials that meet global environmental safety standards.

Applications

• Security & Access Control: Authentication terminals and secure area badge readers.
• Financial Hardware: Payment kiosks, Point of Sale (POS) terminals, and ATMs.
• Identification Systems: ID card readers and government/corporate security hardware.
• Telecommunications: Set-top boxes and smart card-enabled communication modules.

Packing Details

• Packaging Method: Products are loaded into carrier tape reels using semi-automatic packaging machines and sealed with transparent top tape.
• Reel Quantity: 1,000 PCS per reel.
• Carton Quantity: 6,000 PCS per box (containing 6 reels).
• Protection Measures: Shipping cartons are reinforced with folding boards (triangular boards) at the corners and labeled with product names, dates, and quantities for inventory control.

FAQs

1. What is the operational lifespan of this smart card acceptor? The VTC102014152 is designed for high-frequency use and has passed durability testing for 10,000 cycles.
2. What does the “Left Ear” feature do? It is a mechanical indexing tab on the left side of the connector housing that helps ensure the component is oriented correctly and securely mounted within the device.
3. How is the presence of a smart card detected? The socket includes two dedicated pins, CD1 and CD2, specifically designed for card detection functions within the host system.