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# 40-pin FPC to Straight 2x20 IDC Female Socket Header

**Brand:** Adafruit

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/40-pin-fpc-to-straight-2x20-idc-female-socket-header

## Pricing

- **Price:** $6.82
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 3 units
- **SKU:** AF-4905

## Description

A 40-pin FPC to straight 2×20 IDC female socket header adapter board. Converts a standard 40-pin 0.5mm pitch FPC/FFC cable connection into a Raspberry Pi-compatible GPIO socket, allowing you to extend or relocate your Pi's GPIO header using a slim, flexible cable. Plug the female socket directly onto your Raspberry Pi's GPIO header, then connect a 40-pin 0.5mm FPC cable (Type A-B) to the flex connector on the board. Use a matching adapter board on the other end to attach your HAT or Bonnet at a distance. Key Features FPC to GPIO Adapter – Bridges 0.5mm pitch FPC cable to standard 2×20 GPIO header Straight Female Socket – Plugs vertically onto the Raspberry Pi GPIO pins 40-Pin Flex Connector – Accepts 0.5mm pitch FPC/FFC cables Specifications FPC Connector – 40-pin, 0.5mm pitch Header – 2×20 IDC female socket, straight Cable Type Required – Type A-B (contacts on opposite sides) Ideal For Extending Raspberry Pi GPIO to a remote location Low-profile cable routing through enclosures Mounting HATs and Bonnets away from the Pi Package Contents 1× 40-Pin FPC to Straight 2×20 IDC Female Socket Header Adapter Note: FPC cable sold separately. Some HATs or Bonnets with slim bottom connectors may need a socket riser for a secure connection. Also available: right-angle female socket version, 25cm FPC flex cable (A-B), and 40-pin FPC extender.

**Product Type:** physical

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