Ultra-thin product prevents shading and provides lower wire insertion force compared to other products

Molex has launched the Lite-Trap™ and Mini Lite-Trap™ SMT wire-to-board connectors (models: Lite-Trap™ and Mini Lite-Trap™ Connector Systems) series, ideal for thin-film LED lighting module applications.

This easy-to-use push button latch type product is an ultra-thin type, and in the case of the Mini Lite-Trap, the product height is only 2.65mm, which not only prevents shadows that tend to occur within LED lighting products, but also provides lower wire insertion force than similar types of products on the market.


The newly released Lite-Trap™ and Mini Lite-Trap™ SMT wire-to-board connectors feature a similar terminal termination method to Molex's in-house "WireTrap Connector." Simply slide the stripped wire into the connector for easy insertion.

At this time, a “gate-type terminal” within the connector opens as the wire is inserted, and once the wire is seated, it acts as a “trap” to prevent the wire from coming out again.

To disconnect this connector from the product, simply press the button-type lever on the top of the housing and disconnect the wires without any additional tools. Because the connection is so simple, workers can easily assemble and disassemble it on site without training.



Additionally, Lite-Trap™ and Mini Lite-Trap™ SMT wire-to-board connectors feature a housing design that allows for a wider range of insulation lengths than competing designs, ensuring more secure wire mounting and preventing electrical contact errors. Furthermore, the dual-contact wire trap clamp design further ensures a secure connection.

This product can be applied to home appliances for consumer use, factory automation equipment for industrial use, and semiconductor lighting (SSL) can be applied to downlights and strip lighting.