TE 215570 Micro-MaTch Ribbon Cable
- 215570 Micro MaTch Paddleboard cable construction
- Direct soldered connection to the PCB
- IDC ribbon termination at the board in the component
- 1.27mm nominal connector family pitch
- Custom cable route and second endpoint
- Original TE or approved alternative sourcing
TE 215570 Micro-MaTch Ribbon Cable —Paddleboard Cables for Direct PCB Connection
BespokeCable supplies TE 215570 Micro-MaTch Paddleboard ribbon cable assemblies for direct cable-to-PCB connections. The board-in component terminates the ribbon and uses through-hole solder attachment to the PCB, making this a useful option where that end of the cable does not need to unplug.
We can discuss the cable length, exit direction, and second connector around your board assembly. Original TE components and customer-approved alternatives are available as sourcing options. Send the full part number or PCB drawing to start, along with the cable route it needs to follow.
Specification Table
| Item | Specification |
| Assembly reference | BC-CAI008 project family |
| Referenced construction | TE Connectivity Micro-MaTch 215570 board-in paddleboard |
| Connection type | Cable-to-board with direct PCB attachment |
| Ribbon termination | Insulation displacement; cable must suit the selected component |
| PCB attachment | Through-hole solder for the referenced 215570 construction |
| Nominal family pitch | 1.27mm; use the manufacturer’s drawing for the complete footprint |
| Position count | Specified by the complete part number |
| PCB requirements | Hole pattern, board thickness, tail dimensions, and assembly clearances to be checked |
| Cable route | Length, exit direction, and mechanical support by installation drawing |
| Second end | Specify independently; do not assume a paired female board header |
| Ratings and materials | Actual component and cable specifications govern |
| Component sourcing | Original branded components or separately identified alternatives subject to customer approval |
A Direct Connection at the Board
The 215570 Paddleboard arrangement attaches to the PCB rather than mating with a removable board header. This changes the assembly sequence: you need to consider the cable and board manufacturing steps together.
If your service plan requires disconnection at this end, a pluggable Micro-MaTch assembly is a different design choice. Select the Paddleboard version because the direct attachment suits the equipment.
Support for the Installed Ribbon
Cable routing should keep installation and service forces away from the soldered attachment. A support point in the enclosure may be useful where the ribbon continues toward a panel or a larger module. Show us that route so we can discuss the length with the support arrangement.
The second end can be specified independently. It may be the intended service disconnect, while the Paddleboard end remains with the PCB. That distinction helps define which parts are replaced together.
Specify the packaging needed for your assembly line. Protect the contacts from bending and contamination, and don’t pack the ribbon in a way that loads the termination.
That is a rework decision, not a normal length adjustment. It can affect the other termination and the strain on the board. For repeat builds, revise the cable length before production instead of trimming each unit.
Yes. Provide the board revision and cable assembly reference for each batch. Separating those identities during packing helps keep similar-looking cables with the correct board version.
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Integrating a Paddleboard Cable Into PCB Assembly
A direct board connection can be practical in a compact product, but you can’t treat the cable as an item added after every other assembly decision is complete. Its footprint, handling, and final route affect how the board moves through production.
Use the Footprint for the Complete Part Number
The full connector reference determines the positions and relevant mounting dimensions. Compare its drawing with the PCB hole pattern, board thickness, and clearance on both sides. A correct family name is not enough to release a footprint.
We can review the cable side while your PCB team confirms the board attachment. Keeping those responsibilities visible avoids confusing a cable assembly quotation with a PCB design approval.
Agree What Arrives at Your Assembly Line
Describe whether you need a terminated cable ready for your board process, separately supplied components, or another agreed supply arrangement. Include the preparation required at the opposite end. This makes quotations comparable and helps your team plan handling and work instructions.
If the cable will undergo soldering or cleaning, share the conditions before sampling. Suitability depends on the selected parts and the permitted process, not on a generic temperature claim for the family.
Keep the Ribbon Clear During Board Work
Consider where the free end rests while the PCB is handled and how it reaches the final connection. A cable that drags across a work surface or is trapped beneath a fixture creates an avoidable handling problem. The production route may therefore need a temporary support or a different cable length from the first prototype.
Request a Cable That Fits the Build
Send the connector reference, relevant PCB dimensions, and a sketch of the final route. Add the sample quantity and projected production requirement. If one of those details is still open, tell us which decision you are trying to make so the proposal can focus on it.
For projects with several board interconnects, our IDC cable families provide other connection styles to consider alongside the Paddleboard assembly.
