A new family of 3M Headers for CFast Cards is now available. These headers interface to the new CFast high performance serial flash memory cards. CFast is the latest standard issued by the Compact Flash Association and incorporates Serial ATA (SATA) performance into the established Compact Flash form factor.

3M boardmount headers for CFast cards are available in a low profile configuration, or with optional 2 mm standoffs. Using the standoffs, a system designer can populate the board underneath an inserted card, maximizing board space utilization. The headers have incorporated extended guide rails that reduce the possibility of misalignment during card installation.

The 3M Header N7G24 Series meets the CFA CFast Specification Rev 1.0, including the 10,000 mating cycles and 3 Gbps data rate performance.

Other product features include integrated grounding clips and SMT tails aligned in a single row for higher manufacturing yield and simplified inspection.

Similar to the popular 3M™ CF Card Headers, Type II product line, the optional push button ejectors have a dual-push configuration. These ejectors deliver two points of force against the card. The dual-push provides more stability, reducing the chance for the card to rotate and bind during ejection, delivering a more even and smooth card removal.

In addition to the ejectors, the 3M headers for CFast cards have the option of a latching retainer. This accessory provides a wire latch that captures a mated card firmly, making it ideal for high vibration environments or applications where securing the card is critical. The latching retainer may not be used in combination with the ejectors. This same latching retainer will fit on existing 3M CFII headers, N7E50-M516 and N7E50-N516 Series.

Why choose 3M™ Connector for CFast™ Card? 3M™:

See also:
3M™ Header and Accessories for CFast™ Cards - for more product information, specifications, applications and ordering information.

3M™ Ejector for CFast™ Card - for more product information, specifications, applications and ordering information.

3M™ Connector for CFast™ Card - for more product information, specifications, applications and ordering information.

3M™CF Card Ejector and Latching Retainer, 7E50 Series  - for more product information, specifications, applications and ordering information.