I-PEX 82881-100B-02-D CABLINE®-SS 40AWG/50Ω series ultra-thin coaxial cable replacement

14Pin ultra-fine coaxial cable束: For high-speed, miniaturized connection requirements

In laptops, display modules, industrial cameras, AI vision devices, and other products, the internal space of the devices is becoming increasingly compact, and the demand for high-speed signal transmission is increasing. Traditional cables may be difficult to meet design requirements in terms of volume, wiring space, and high-speed signal integrity, so extremely thin coaxial cable assemblies are gradually becoming an important solution for high-speed internal connections. Taking the I-PEX 82881-100B-02-D introduced this time as an example, this product belongs to the CABLINE®-SS series 14Pin extremely thin coaxial cable assembly, using Micro-Coaxial Cable. The official material corresponds to wire specifications of 40AWG, cable length of 100mm, and wire position defined as 1-N. The matching cable end connector model is 20373-R14T-06, corresponding to a 14Pin structure. The CABLINE®-SS connector uses a 0.4mm pitch, Vertical Right Angle structure, combined with a height of about 1.65±0.2mm, suitable for electronic devices with requirements for space height and wiring space. For engineers, when selecting models, they cannot only focus on the number of pins, but also need to confirm parameters such as wire diameter, impedance, cable length, wire direction, and connector structure at both ends; for purchasing personnel, it is necessary to clarify the complete material number to avoid specification deviation by purchasing solely based on "14Pin extremely thin coaxial cable."

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How many core specifications are available for ultra-fine coaxial cables? 14Pin is just one of them.

Many engineers or purchasing personnel, when selecting extremely thin coaxial cable assemblies, will first ask, "How many core specifications are available for extremely thin coaxial cables?" In fact, the number of cores is not a fixed specification but is chosen based on the connector platform and the specific cable assembly product. Taking the I-PEX CABLINE®-SS series as an example, the official currently offers Pin counts including 10Pin, 14Pin, 20Pin, 30Pin, 32Pin, 35Pin, 40Pin, and 50Pin, so the same series can cover different internal connection needs from 10 cores to 50 cores. The official cable assembly samples also provide lengths of 100mm, 200mm, 300mm, and different line position definitions such as 1-N and 1-1. For engineers, the number of cores should be determined based on the actual signal quantity, power supply quantity, grounding design, and PCB connector layout; if the actual system requires 14-way connections, then 14Pin does not mean that it can be directly replaced with a cable assembly of another Pin count, but rather further confirmation of the connector Pin count, Pitch, wire sequence, and mechanical dimensions is needed. For purchasing personnel, it is recommended to use "connector series + Pin count + cable length + material specification + line position definition + complete material number" as the basis for inquiry and procurement, which makes it easier to avoid confusion between different specifications.

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The engineering selection focus of 82881-100B-02-D: 40AWG, 100mm, and 1-N pin position

From the specific engineering drawings, I-PEX 82881-100B-02-D is a 14Pin, 100mm CABLINE®-SS ultra-fine coaxial cable assembly, using 40AWG Micro-Coaxial Cable and wiring in 1-N configuration. The 1-N cannot be simply understood as a common 1-1 straight-through wiring sequence; the pin positions at both ends must be defined strictly according to the corresponding engineering drawings. Therefore, during the substitute manufacturing process, line sequence verification is a very important production control item. At the same time, the connector model used at the cable end is 20373-R14T-06, corresponding to the CABLINE®-SS 14Pin Plug Housing; in the I-PEX official recommended part numbers, the 14Pin Plug Cable Assembly is 20380-R14T-06, and the 14Pin Receptacle is 20374-R14E-31. Therefore, if the customer needs to find a compatible substitute product for 82881-100B-02-D, it cannot be judged only by "14Pin, 100mm", but should also simultaneously confirm the connector model, 40AWG ultra-fine coaxial cable, line position definition 1-N, and overall assembly dimensions. Our company can provide: I-PEX 82881-100B-02-D compatible substitute cable assembly solutions, which can be produced and manufactured according to the actual pin count, cable length, wiring sequence, and connector requirements of the customer's equipment.

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Selection, compatibility, and alternative solutions reference and suggestions

For engineers and procurement personnel who need to replace the I-PEX CABLINE®-SS cable harness, it is recommended to first confirm the original cable harness part number, and then check the connector and cable material parameters. For the 82881-100B-02-D, the core selection information can be summarized as: 14Pin, 100mm, 40AWG Micro-Coaxial Cable, 1-N wire position definition, and cable end connector 20373-R14T-06. If the device space allows and the signal quantity changes, the CABLINE®-SS official also covers specifications such as 10Pin, 20Pin, 30Pin, 32Pin, 35Pin, 40Pin, and 50Pin, which can be selected according to the actual number of signal channels; if only the length changes, the same series official also has corresponding cable harness models such as 200mm, 300mm. In the development of domestic compatible alternatives, it is also important to check the connector mating dimensions, cable outer diameter, impedance control, shielding structure, wire sequence, terminal processing, and high-speed signal integrity, especially not to mix 1-N cable harnesses with 1-1 cable harnesses. For the procurement department, the original manufacturer's material number 82881-100B-02-D, connector 20373-R14T-06, 14Pin, 100mm, 40AWG, 1-N can be used as the basic information for quotation, and then require suppliers to provide samples for verification of physical dimensions, mating properties, and electrical performance to reduce the risk of alternative introduction.

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From core count, wire material to wire sequence, achieve targeted replacement of ultra-fine coaxial cable bundles
The selection of ultra-thin coaxial cable assemblies is not merely a comparison of "how many cores", but requires comprehensive consideration of pin count, connector type, wire specification, length, impedance, wire position definition, and equipment installation space. The I-PEX CABLINE®-SS series offers a variety of pin counts including 10Pin, 14Pin, 20Pin, 30Pin, 32Pin, 35Pin, 40Pin, and 50Pin, providing a wide range of specifications to meet different high-speed internal connection requirements.[3W Electronic Components Network]We specialize in providing customized and compatible alternative services for high-speed ultra-thin coaxial cables such as eDP, MIPI, USB3.X/4, LVDS, etc. If you need technical support, please contact:Manager Zhang 18913228573 (WeChat same number)The I-PEX 82881-100B-02-D introduced this time corresponds to 14Pin, 100mm, 40AWG Micro-Coaxial, 1-N pin definition, and uses 20373-R14T-06 as the wire harness connector. For customers who need original wire harness replacement, domestic introduction, or bulk procurement, we can match the connector, wire, length, pin count, and wire sequence according to the original engineering drawings and samples, and provide corresponding compatible and alternative ultra-thin coaxial cable solution. This helps engineers complete selection verification and facilitates procurement personnel to confirm specifications and supply chain introduction.