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Flex Ribbon Extension Cable for Raspberry Pi Camera - Black 60cm/2ft
A1 FFCs

Flex Ribbon Extension Cable for Raspberry Pi Camera - Black 60cm/2ft

Bottom line: The A1 FFCs Flex Ribbon Extension Cable for Raspberry Pi Camera: 60cm length reaches camera mounts factory cables can't; main trade-off: connectors break easily if too much force is used opening them.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 60cm length reaches camera mounts factory cables can't
  • ✓ 15-pin 1.0mm pitch matches the standard Pi camera connector
  • ✓ Blue stiffeners at both ends ease connector insertion
  • ✓ Same specs as factory cables; also sold in other lengths

Cons

  • ✗ Connectors break easily if too much force is used opening them
  • ✗ Requires correct orientation: stiffener faces the ethernet port
  • ✗ Specs printed on one side only; blank on the reverse
  • ✗ 15-pin 1.0mm pitch only; won't fit other pin counts or pitches

Manufacturer description

Flat cable compatible with the Raspberry Pi camera and other applications.For Pi camera applications insert the cable so that the blue stiffener is facing toward the ethernet port on the main board and away from the circuit board at the camera.Be careful when opening and closing the connectors because they are easy to break if too much force is used.If the cable does not function properly or you are not satisfied with it you may return it for a refund or exchange through Amazon.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored A1 FFCs Flex Ribbon Extension Cable for Raspberry Pi Camera using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the accessories category. A1 FFCs's accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for accessories of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Same specs as factory cables in various lengths and pack sizes
  • Black with cable specs on one side in white and nothing on the other side
  • Has blue stiffeners at each end to make installation a breeze
  • FFC has 15 pins with a 1.0 mm pitch
  • Check my other listings for this cable in other lengths

Full Specifications

BrandA1 FFCs
ColorBlack
Cable TypeSerial
Item ShapeRound
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length0.6 meters
Part NumberFFC-B-60cm
Connector Type15-pin Ffc
Number of Pins15
Outer MaterialOther
Maximum Voltage5 volts_of_direct_current
Number of Items1
Special FeatureTangle Free
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetRoHS
Compatible DevicesCamera
Included ComponentsCamera Cable
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Customer Package TypeFFP
Compatible Phone ModelsNo Compatible Phone Models

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