Modular Connector withstands high-vibration environments.

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Suited for industrial or automotive applications, Minitek(TM) CTW 2 mm Active Latch is intermateable with other existing elements in modular system. Housing for crimp-to-wire systems enables discrete wiring to be attached and unattached to PCB boards with audible click. Connection is held securely in place by latch.



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FCI Expands Modular System with Minitek(TM) Active Latch



ETTERS, PA. (December 17, 2007) - FCI, a leading supplier of connectors and
interconnect systems, introduces the Minitek(TM) CTW Active Latch, a housing that is the first such connector to be intermateable with other existing elements in the modular system. The lowest profile active latch housing on the market, the Minitek Active Latch was designed for use in harsh and high vibration environments and is ideal for industrial or automotive applications.

"FCI is a leader in this market because of Minitek's versatility," said Frank Chapouilly, Basics+ product manager, FCI. "The CTW Active Latch further expands the applications for which it can be used."

The Minitek 2mm Active Latch is a housing for crimp-to-wire systems, enabling discrete
wiring to be attached and unattached to PCB boards with an audible click. The connection is held securely in place by the latch.

The Minitek 2mm modular board-to-board and cable/wire-to-board interconnect system is
part of the popular Basics+® program, which delivers outstanding service on popular
standard connectors. It is extensively supported via the hotline (basics.help@fciconnect.com) and the dedicated microsite www.fciconnect.com/basics
where product drawings, test reports, application notes and much more are readily
available.

For more information about the Minitek connector system, contact FCI at 825 Old Trail
Road, Etters, PA 17319-7883; call 800-237-2374, email at electronics.us@fciconnect.com
or visit FCI on the web at www.fciconnect.com.

About FCI
With operations in 30 countries and sales of 1.28 billion euros in 2005, FCI is a leading manufacturer of connectors. Our 13,500 employees are committed to providing customers with high-quality, innovative products for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications.

For more information: www.fciconnect.com

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