ALPS has developed a series of SIM card type connectors with a moving vehicle’s environment in mind. The SCGC1B03 Series is the industry’s first*1 connector that automatically locks the card in when inserted to prevent accidental ejection. This unique auto-lock system has been vigorously tested to function properly against the vibration and impact*2 that occur in a moving vehicle. To eject the card and release the auto-lock, the user simply pushes the card a second time. Moreover, the SCGC1B03 Series prevents improper card insertion as the card cannot be fully inserted if it is oriented incorrectly.
Another challenge for this kind of connector is limited space inside of the navigation system. The SCGC1B03 Series is one of the smallest among this type of devices, with dimensions of 18.44mm (W)×29.0mm (L)×1.55mm (H) (including the card holder).
*1 According to an ALPS survey as of September 1, 2010.
*2 Anti-vibration/impact tests conducted under ALPS Electric’s testing protocol found that electric current will not be disrupted for more than 1 μs.
Features
Connector for SIM card type B-CAS cards with the industry’s first*1 automatic card lock
1. Compatible with SIM card-sized B-CAS cards for digital terrestrial broadcasting authentication
2. Automatic card lock prevents card ejection due to vibration or impact
3. Extremely thin and small size
4. Prevents incorrect card insertion