Zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors from ITT Interconnect Solutions (Santa Ana, CA) utilize a landed contact system and feature no connector engagement force; the only wear on the contacts occurs as they are pressed together during the camming and locking operation. The connectors feature a minimum rated life of 10,000 complete mating and unmating cycles with no performance loss, can be mated in less than two seconds, and keep crosstalk at a minimum, making them suitable for use with ultrasound, patient monitoring, and portable imaging equipment. The ZIF plug and receptacle devices include the DL Series and DLD Series thermoplastic connectors; DLM Series, DL4 Series, and DLP136-272 Series aluminum connectors; DLP 408 Series zinc alloy connector; and QLC zinc connector. They are available in contact arrangements ranging from 60 to 2496, and feature gold-plated copper alloy contact material.

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