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CONNECTION SYSTEMS Delphi Flexible Beam Technology (FBT) for Connectors Delphi Flexible Beam Technology (FBT) for Connectors enables a simplified connection system that provides terminal position assurance using only one piece of plastic. This represents the industry's first application of FBT in a vehicle connection system. The patented FBT allows stream lined connections with fewer parts. Connection systems equipped with Delphi FBT consist of a single piece of plastic, reducing complexity, mass, and cost while helping to provide improved warranty. Delphi's FBT product offering extends Delphi's GT and 090II product lines. FBT is available for both the terminal-to-connector cavity interface and the connector build fixture. The FBT series includes 1.5, 2.3, 2.8 mm sealed and unsealed female connectors, including standard USCAR (United States Council for Automotive Research) footprints. The FBT series features enhanced quality and reliability performance, simplified wiring assembly, and straightforward service procedures. Delphi's Flexible Beam Technology (FBT) for Connectors provides terminal position assurance using one-piece plastic. Terminal-to-Connector Interface Comparison Flexible Beam Cavity Conventional Cavity FBT uses a rigid lock to provide the terminal primary lock A flexible beam opposite the lock holds the terminal against the lock and provides audible and tactile feedback during terminal installation www.delphi.com | © Delphi. All rights reserved. |

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Delphi Flexible Beam Technology for Connectors Electrical Ring Out Feature Electrical ring out fixtures with FBT utilize the relationship between the electrical ring out pin and the lock ramp to verify terminal position and presence in the cavity. This is in contrast to other systems that only verify terminal presence. Terminal position assurance without additional plastic pieces Improved terminal retention vs. a conventional two piece assembly Improvement in harness first time quality vs. a conventional two piece assembly o Up to 10% Mass reduction vs. a conventional two piece assembly o...

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Delphi Flexible Beam Technology for Connectors Performance Advantages • • • • Meets ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and USCAR electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance criteria Package size suited to fit tight space requirements of today's vehicles Enables the transportation market to increase plant efficiencies and eliminate labor related to secondary plastic pieces The system includes: o Tangless terminals with stamped serrations and compatible with ISO or SAE blades o Connector lock with features for optional Connector Position Assurance (CPA) o Low...

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