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IDC 1.27 mm Flat Cable

IDC 1.27 mm Flat Cable

IDC 1.27 mm Flat Ribbon Cable is a high-density, parallel conductor cable designed for mass termination using Insulation Displacement Connector (IDC) technology. Featuring a 0.05-inch pitch with stranded or solid conductors, this cable enables quick, reliable connections without stripping or soldering individual wires. The flat ribbon construction maintains consistent spacing for easy alignment with IDC sockets, headers, and transition connectors. Available in various conductor counts from 4 to 80, these cables are ideal for internal board-to-board connections, peripheral interfaces, and daisy-chain applications in computers, industrial controls, telecommunications, and test equipment.

Parameters

 

Parameter

Specification

Pitch

1.27 mm (0.050 inch)

Conductor Count

4 to 80 conductors (or custom)

Conductor Type

Stranded (flexible) or solid (cost-effective)

Conductor Size

28 AWG, 30 AWG, 26 AWG,etc

Conductor Material

bare copper or custom

Insulation Material

PVC, TPE, or or custom

Jacket Color

Gray (standard), rainbow (color-coded), black, white, custom

Voltage Rating

150V to 300V

Current Rating

0.5A to 1.0A per conductor

ROHS

Compliant

 

Note: Custom conductor counts, custom colors, and shielded versions available.

 

Product Selling Points

 

1. 1.27mm Pitch Ribbon Cable – 4 to 80 Conductors, Your Choice
Available with 4 up to 80 conductors (custom counts also possible). The 1.27mm (0.050 inch) pitch matches standard IDC connectors, making it a drop-in fit for board-to-board or board-to-peripheral wiring. No guesswork, no adapter hunting.

2. Stranded or Solid Conductors – Match Your Flex Needs
Choose stranded copper for applications that see constant movement (cable chains, service loops) or solid for one-time-install cost savings. Conductor sizes from 26 AWG down to 30 AWG. Bare copper standard; other materials on request.

3. Color-Coded or Solid Jackets – Grey, Rainbow, Black, White
Standard grey works for most internal wiring. Need to trace signals quickly? Rainbow color-coded jackets save hours of continuity testing. Black and white also available. PVC or TPE insulation, depending on your flexibility and temperature targets.

4. 150V–300V Rating, 0.5A–1.0A per Conductor – Clean Signal or Low Power
Each conductor handles 0.5A to 1.0A, with voltage ratings from 150V to 300V. Well suited for signal-level interconnects (IDE, SCSI, proprietary buses) or low-current power distribution. ROHS compliant for global markets.

 

IDC Termination Options

IDC Sockets: Female connectors for ribbon cable termination with strain relief

IDC Headers: Male connectors for PCB mounting (straight or right-angle)

Transition Connectors: DIP, D-sub, card edge, or custom configurations

Daisy-Chain Capable: Connectors with pass-through contacts for multiple connections on single cable

 

Customization Options

 

  • Conductor Counts: 4 to 80 conductors, custom counts available
  • Color Coding: Gray (standard), rainbow (10-color repeating), custom color sequences
  • Wire Gauge: 28 AWG, 30 AWG, or custom
  • Conductor Type: Stranded (flexible for movement) or solid (for fixed installations)
  • Jacket Material: PVC (standard), TPE (flexible), etc
  • Length: Custom cut lengths from 50mm to 100m reels
  • Shielding: Unshielded, foil shield, or braid shield
  • Termination: Pre-terminated with IDC connectors or bulk cable only
  • Packaging: Cut lengths (poly bag), bulk reels, or pre-assembled cable assemblies

 

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Applications

 

Mass-Terminated Flat Cable Solutions for Electronics Interconnection

  • Internal Computer & Server Wiring: Used for IDE/ATA hard drive cables, floppy drive cables, and internal peripheral connections in desktop computers, servers, and workstations where high-density parallel data transfer is required.
  • Industrial Control Systems: Deployed in PLCS, motor controllers, and automation equipment for connecting I/O modules, sensor interfaces, and control panels with reliable, mass-terminated wiring solutions.
  • Telecommunications Equipment: Used in switches, routers, and base station equipment for backplane connections, line card interfaces, and internal signal distribution where consistent impedance and signal integrity are critical.
  • Test & Measurement Instruments: Implemented in oscilloscopes, data loggers, and automated test equipment for connecting front panel controls, display interfaces, and internal modules with repeatable, reliable connections.
  • Medical Devices: Integrated into patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and laboratory analyzers requiring compact, reliable internal wiring with color-coded identification for serviceability.
  • Consumer Electronics: Used in printers, scanners, gaming consoles, and home entertainment systems for connecting control panels, display modules, and internal peripherals with cost-effective flat cable solutions.
  • Daisy-Chain Configurations: Deployed in modular systems where multiple connectors share a single ribbon cable, reducing wiring complexity and simplifying assembly in rack-mounted equipment.
  • Prototyping & Development: Used in breadboard connections, prototype fixtures, and development boards for quick, reliable signal routing during design and testing phases.

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Star Reviews From Customers

 

1.Mike, test engineer in California
"Test fixtures need reliable connections. This 26 AWG version handles the current for our power signals. Rainbow color coding makes troubleshooting easy. Good stuff."


2.Priya, medical device manufacturer in Bangalore
"Patient monitors use this cable for internal connections. The 1.27mm pitch gives us the density we need. Gray jacket looks clean, terminates well. Zero field failures."


3.Tom, computer repair tech in Chicago
"Old IDE hard drive cables are getting hard to find. This ribbon cable with 40-pin IDC connectors works as a replacement. Good quality, same as original spec."


4.Lisa, lab equipment service in Canada
"Oscilloscope front panel needed new ribbon cable. Used this 16-conductor version with IDC connectors. Fit perfectly, works great. Easy repair."


5.Raj, automation engineer in India
"Factory machine used custom daisy-chain wiring. This ribbon cable with 10 IDC connectors per cable simplified the design. Reduced assembly time by 60%."

 

FAQ

 

Q1: DO YOU HAVE A CATALOGUE? CAN YOU SEND ME YOUR PRODUCT CATA-LOGUE SO THAT I CAN CHOOSE SOME PRODUCTS WHICH I NEED?

A1: Yes,you contact us online or send an Email and let us know what kinds of products such as type C connectors, DVI connectors, box header, RJ45etc you need so that we can send them to you respectively.

Q2: CAN YOU BUILD THEM FOR ME IF I CAN'T FIND THE PRODUCT ON YOUR CAT-ALOGUE OR STORE ON WEBSTE?

A2: Our catalogue shows most of our products but not all, please let us know what you want or provide your drawing or product information to us no matter what customization for product, packing or logo, we can offer ODM service.

Q3: CAN YOU PROVIDE SAMPLES FOR FREE?

A3: Usually we can provide a few of samples to you for free if we have some in stock but you need to pay express fee.

Q4: WHAT ABOUT YOUR DELIVERY TIME?

A4: 1-3day for products in stock, 3-20 days for connectors, 7-30 days for cable assembly,large quantity and customized products need to be negotiated.

 

Company Profile

 

 

Production Lines And Inspection Equipments

 

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Our Certificates

 

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Payment Method

 

  • Payment method: Credit card or T/T (optional for large amounts). Western Union PayPal
  • T/T payment generally supports 100% advance payment.
  • Lead time: Normally in 5-10 working days after payment received.
  • Sample policy: Samples are always available for each model for standard products.
  • Samples can be ready in 3-5 working days once payment received.
  • Shipping port: Shenzhen, China.

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Logistics/packaging

 

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