CLIFF™ Electronic Components Inc.

Introduction

The Cliff™ range of professional quality ¼" (quarter inch, 6.35mm) jack sockets features a patented "wiping action" design to ensure clean contact surfaces with each operation. All of our tip, ring, sleeve (TRS) connectors consist of a durable nylon body and solid "Ni-Ag" alloy contacts for superior performance and are supplied with mounting hardware unassembled.

For specialised specialized applications we can offer options including low loss "T" contacts and gold plated contacts "G", EMI / RFI screens, coloured colored nuts and accessories, Faston® tags, "Make" contacts plus various non standard PC mounting options.

The ¼" jack socket series S1 to S4 can be supplied with a number of different terminations; usually tags or for fitting to PCBs. The availability of each type is shown in the PDF associated with each model.

S1 to S4 are also available with a number of different contact arrangements. These can be specified by the customer but there may be some constraints due to the feasibility of manufacture or quantities involved.

Codes are as follows, (from the front of the socket):

B = Break contact

M = Make contact

S = Single contact, (i.e. non switched)

N = No contact

Thus S2/BMB/PCC is an S2 model with first contact-break, second contact-make and third contact break with PC-C solder pins for attaching to a PCB.

Also see our jack plugs, combi-jack XLR sockets, optical jacks, phono, DIN and XLR connectors.

Please note that we have been advised of problems with inferior, counterfeit jack sockets. See our news item on how to identify counterfeit jack sockets.

¼" S1 Mini Jack Sockets

The Cliff™ range of S1 ¼" mini jack sockets incorporate significant new design features. The narrow-bodied design supports auto insertion and offers the highest board packing density available. Designed for snap-in PCB mounting to facilitate assembly and wave soldering, the S1 is available with chassis grounding and a choice of switching configurations, nose and mounting nut options.

¼" S1 Mini Jack Sockets

• CL1110 S1/BNB mono ¼" PCB mounting single mini jack socket

   

• CL1115 S1/BBB stereo ¼" PCB mounting single mini jack socket

   

¼" S1V Vertical Mount Jack Sockets

The S1V is available with optional chassis grounding, a choice of either a plastic or metal nose, different fixing nut options and six circuit options. Other product numbers in this range include CL11063 (S1V/SBS), CL11064 (S1V/SSS), CL11065 (S1V/SNB) and CL11066 (S1V/SNS).

¼" S1V Vertical PCB Mounting Jack Sockets

• CL11062 S1V/SSB ¼" PCB mounting vertical jack sockets - stereo without chassis

   

• CL11061S S1VX/SBB ¼" PCB mounting vertical jack sockets - stereo with chassis and special nose

   

Designed to receive both mono and stereo ¼" jack plugs, the S1VS socket is moulded molded in durable grade 1 black nylon. The S1VS can be supplied with a standard nickel plated brass hexagonal nut or slotted ring nut. Mounting hardware, if required, is supplied unassembled. Six different switching circuit options are available. Other product numbers in this range include FM6701 (S1V/S/SSB), FM6702 (S1V/S/SBS), FM6703 (S1V/S/SSS), FM6704 (S1V/S/SNB), FM67005 (S1V/S/SNS).

¼" S1VS Vertical PCB Mounting Jack Sockets

• FM6700 S1V/S/SBB ¼" PCB mounting vertical jack socket with metal front thread - stereo

   

¼" S1C StackJack™ Sockets

Our latest innovation is StackJack™. These comprise a series of models where two jacks occupy the space of one, with no loss of functionality. The StackJack™ saves PCB space and allows a 100% increase in connector density in a cost effective way. It comes with an innovative castellated nut designed to match our terminals, and may be tightened by a key. We have the full details and up-to-date drawings.

¼" S1C PCB Mounting StackJack™ Sockets

• FCR1116 ¼" PCB mounting StackJack™ socket - S1C/S BNB special nose mono

   

• FCR1117 S1 ¼" PCB mounting StackJack™ socket - S1C/S BBB special nose stereo

   

• FCR1126L S1 ¼" PCB mounting StackJack™ socket - S1C/SHL BBB stereo with half size spacer

   

• FCR1120 S1 ¼" PCB mounting StackJack™ socket- S1C/SH BNB mono

   

• FCR1124W S1 ¼" PCB mounting StackJack™ socket - S1C/SH BBB stereo

   

• FCR14426 Ground Washer for S1/SH Jack Socket

   

¼" S1CM Metal Nose Mini and StackJack™ Sockets

The Cliff™ range of S1CM metal nose ¼" mini and StackJacks™ incorporate significant new design features. Designed for snap-in PCB mounting to facilitate assembly and wave soldering, the S1CM is available with a choice of switching configurations, half or full threaded nose and optional nickel plated brass hexagonal mounting nut (ordered separately).

¼" S1CM PCB Mounting Jack Sockets with Metal Front Thread

• FCR1154 S1CM/SBB WN ¼" stereo, switched horizontal PCB mounting, full thread nose.

   

• FCR1158 S1CM/SH/SBB X2 WN ¼" stereo, switched horizontal PCB mounting, full thread nose, SH spacer.

   

• FCR1163 S1CM/SH/SBB SPN ¼" stereo, switched horizontal PCB mounting, half thread nose, SHL spacer.

   

¼" S2 External Thread Jack Sockets

The S2 jack socket is available with optional chassis grounding in mono or stereo with unswitched, switched or make contacts and with a choice of either solder tag or six standard PCB mounting versions. Coloured Colored nylon, Hex chrome and slotted ring nuts available.

¼" S2 Chassis or PCB Mounting Jack Sockets

• CL1130A S2/SNS mono unswitched jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1160A S2/BNB mono switched jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1169 S2/BNB PC-C kink mono switched jack socket. PCB mount C.

   

• CL1200 S2/SSS stereo unswitched jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1220A S2/BBB stereo switched jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1227 S2A/BBB PC-C stereo switched jack socket. PCB mount C.

   

• CL12337 S2/BBB PC-A special nose stereo switched jack socket. PCB Mount A.

   

• CL1235 S2/BBB PC-D stereo switched jack socket. PCB mount D.

   

• FCR1440A Hex plated steel nut for S2 jack socket.

   

• CL1436 Slotted plated steel nut for S2 jack socket.

   

• CL14422 grounding washer for S2 jack socket.

   

• CL1416 coloured colored nut for S2 jack socket. Available in eight standard colours. colors.

   

¼" S2S StackJack™ Sockets

The quarter inch S2S StackJack™ jack sockets incorporate the same innovative design features of the more compact S1 series, but in a body size intended to give a more rugged jack.

The S2S allows users of the larger body size jacks to halve PCB space needed by using the stacked feature.

As a further enhancement there is also a new variant with decorative ring insert. All the usual accessories such as nuts and washers can be used. Low noise contacts are standard on this model.

The S2S is a drop-in alternative to our UK manufactured jack sockets. It has been specifically designed with our Asian customers in mind, to reduce carbon emissions and the added expense of shipping UK jack sockets to China and Pacific Rim countries.

Jack bodies are available without a nose insert as standard. Specify Ni in the part number to include a nose insert. Parts are available without stacking pegs if S2C is specified - solder tag and PCA contacts are available for S2C. Make contacts are available in S2S, (non stacking type only). Non castellated retro nuts are available as an optional accessory.

Features

• Rugged construction and highest packing density.
• Snap in PCB mounting. PC-C type.
• Optional chassis grounding versions.
• Body design supports auto insertion.
• Choice of decorative nose and fixing nuts.
• Contacts are low noise and self cleaning.

Specification

• Withstand Voltage: 2000V DC minimum.
• Maximum Current: 5 amp.
• Temperature Rating: -10° C to + 70° C.
• Life (minimum): 10,000+ operations. Cr <100mΩ.
• UK patent: 2314464 (stacking versions).
• US patent: 6116959 (stacking versions).

Technical Data

Designed to receive both mono and stereo ¼" jack plugs, the S2S jack socket is produced from durable, grade 1, black nylon with Cliff™ low noise T-Con® contacts for superior performance and reliability. Kinked PC legs provide stability for PCB wave soldering. The standard PC version is PC type C.

The S2S is available with a fully threaded nose and nylon nut as standard or a nickel plated brass hexagonal or a slotted ring nut. The mounting nut, if required, is supplied unassembled. Spacer washers are not supplied as standard with this model. The S2S can also be prefitted with an EMI / RFI screen indicated by a W in the part number.

When ordering please state the contact arrangement required when a plug is inserted using the following code from the front of the jack socket: B=Break, N=No contact, M=Make, S=Single (unswitched). For example

S2S/SH/BNBX2 is a dual, two pole, stacked, mono, switched jack socket. First contact is Break, No second contact and third contact is Break.

Versions with a decorative front metal insert are called S2S/Ni e.g. S2S/Ni/SH/BNBX2.

These jack sockets are supplied in cartons of 500 or 1000 pcs and are produced at our China plant.

¼" S2S Chassis or PCB Mounting Stacking Jack Sockets

• S2S/SH/Ni/BBBX2 (FCR1260)

   

• S2S/SH/BBBX2 (FCR1245)

   

• S2S/BBB (FCR1215NN)

   

• S2S/Ni/BBB (FCR1225 with nut)

   

¼" S4 Jack Sockets

The contacts can also be supplied with our special low noise Ni-Ag, ST or gold plating and in addition to the standard solder tag version. There are six standard PCB mounting styles available. Chrome nuts, coloured colored bezels and combined nut and bezels are available. The S4 can also be supplied with prefitted EMI / RFI screen if required.

When ordering, please state the contact arrangement required, with a plug inserted, using the following code from the front of the jack socket: B - Break, M - Make, S - Single, N - No Contact. For example, an S4/BMB PCC Black is a 3-pole stereo jack socket, 1st contact - Break, 2nd contact - Make and third contact - Break with PC-C solder pins.

¼" S4 Jack Sockets

• CL1298A S4/BNB mono switched jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1308 S4/BNB PC-A mono switched jack socket. PC mount .A.

   

• CL1310 S4/BNB PC-C mono switched jack socket. PC mount C.

   

• CL1312 S4/BNB PC-D mono switched jack socket. PC mount D.

   

• CL13335U S4A/BBB PC-C stereo switched jack socket. PC mount C.

   

• CL1337 S4/BBB PC-E stereo switched jack socket. PC mount E.

   

• CL1422 coloured colored bezels for S4 jack socket. Available in eight standard colours. colors.

   

• CL14218 combined black plastic nut and bezel for S4 jack socket.

   

• EMI / RFI screen for S4 jack socket.

   

¼" S4C StackJack™ Sockets

The S4C is a stacking version of the classic S4 model. It offers the increased packing density of the stacked Jack with the classic domed nut appearance. This version is produced with three nose length options and a fine thread option on one version. S4C is available in mono or stereo with PC-C style contacts only. Make contacts are not available, if Make contacts are required the traditional S4 has to be used. Part Numbers will vary depending on contact arrangements but may include FCR1421, FCR14211, FCR12610, FCR12620, FCR12630, FCR12640, FCR12650, FCR12660, FCR12670 and FCR12680.

¼" S4C Stacking Jack Sockets

• S4C/SH/BBB X2 PC-C

   

• S4C/BBB/PC-C 2.9mm nose

   

• S4C/BBB/PC-C 3.5mm nose

   

• S4C/BBB/PC-C 4.6mm nose

   

• S4C nut and washer

   

2.5mm and 3.5mm Jack Sockets

The Cliff™ range of 2.5mm and 3.5mm jack sockets are available with unswitched, switched or make contacts. They come in a choice of solder tag or PCB mounting versions.

2.5mm and 3.5mm Mono and Stereo Jack Sockets

• FC6810 JYO-25 mono switched 2.5mm jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags. Supplied with ring nut.

   

• FC68102 JYO-29 mono switched low profile 2.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting.

   

• FC6811 JYO-26 mono switched 2.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting with ring nut.

   

• FC68113 JYO-26A mono switched 2.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting with ring nut. Threadless nose version.

   

• FC6812 JYO-35 mono switched 3.5mm jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags. Supplied with ring nut.

   

• FC68130 JYO-36A mono switched 3.5mm jack socket. Stand-off right angle PCB mounting with threadless nose.

   

• FC68131 JYO-39-3P stereo unswitched 3.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting.

   

• FC68133 JYO-39-5P stereo switched 3.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting.

   

• FT6320 JYS-35 stereo switched 3.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting. Supplied with ring nut.

   

• CL1362 S6/SS mono unswitched 3.5mm jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags.

   

• CL1382 S6/BB mono switched 3.5mm jack socket. Panel mounting with solder tags. Also available with special C contact to suit Far Eastern plugs.

   

• CL1384 S6/BB PC mono switched 3.5mm jack socket. Right angle PCB mounting. Also available with special C contact to suit Far Eastern plugs.

   

• FCR1295 S9/BBB stereo 3.5mm mini jack socket. PCB mounting with a 6mm height off the board.

   

3.5mm 4 Pole Jack Sockets

The Cliff™ range of 3.5mm four pole jack sockets are for applications with a suitable interface control where additional functionality is controlled by the fourth circuit.

3.5mm 4 Pole Jack Sockets

• FC68125

   

• FC68126

   

• FC68127

   

• FC68128

   

• FC68129