The emergence of Press-fit technology provides an innovative, solder-free connection solution to meet the rapidly developing needs of the automotive connector industry. Currently, the connector industry mostly uses traditional soldering methods. Press-fit technology has become the preferred solution for mainstream customers due to its high efficiency, economy, and reliability.

What is Press-fit technology?

Press-fit technology is a technology that inserts the connection pin of a part (especially from a connector or a single contact) into the metallized hole of a printed circuit board (PCB). The Press-fit terminal is in sealed contact with the hole wall and has good conductive characteristics, provided that the diagonal of the Press-fit terminal is larger than the diameter of the metallized hole on the PCB board. In layman’s terms, it is to achieve a tight connection through elastic interference fit.

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Advantages of Press-fit technology over traditional welding methods

  • No soldering errors, no flux issues
  • No additional cleaning required
  • No thermal load on PCB or electronic components
  • Fast, cost-effective PCB assembly
  • Double-sided PCB assembly is possible
  • Recyclable by simply pressing out the pins

CFE can use different materials to manufacture press-fit pin fisheye terminals for applications in the automotive industry. At the same time, according to the requirements of ambient temperature and conductivity, we can provide the world’s top electroplating surface treatment solutions for Press-fit terminals. CFE’s automotive fisheye terminals, IATF16949 automotive standards, quality assurance, one-stop customized connection solutions, meet harsh environment applications, as well as dustproof, waterproof, anti-corrosion, high temperature resistance, and other needs.