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22-Pin vs 28-Pin uxcell FFC/FPC Connector Boards: Which Adapter Should You Pick?

Need a compact FFC/FPC breakout board? Compare the uxcell 22-pin male pin header strip and 28-pin right angle adapter, both at $19.50, to find the right pin count and layout for your build.

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Choosing between two FFC/FPC connector boards that sit at the same $19.50 price point is about fit, not budget. Both uxcell adapters let you break out a flexible flat cable to a standard 2.54mm DIP header, but one gives you 22 pins with a straight male pin header strip, and the other gives you 28 pins with a right-angle header. The right choice depends on your cable's pin count and how you want the header positioned in your project.

Quick Verdict

Pick the 22-pin board if you have a 22-pin FFC/FPC cable and want a straight, compact double-row male header. Pick the 28-pin board if you need more pins or prefer a right-angle header that keeps the connection parallel to the board.

Comparison Table

Feature22-Pin Board28-Pin Board
PriceUSD 19.50USD 19.50
Pin count22 pins28 pins
Header styleDouble row male pin header stripDouble row right angle pin header
FPC socket side pitch0.5mm0.5mm
DIP pitch2.54mm2.54mm
Board size26 x 29mm33 x 40mm
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Where Each Product Wins

The 22-pin board wins for compactness and straight header connections. At 26 x 29mm, it takes up less space, and its double-row male pin header strip points straight out from the board. The 28-pin board wins for pin count and right-angle routing. Its 28-line capacity is more useful for wider FFC/FPC cables, and the right-angle header can sit closer to the edge of your enclosure.

Product Notes

FFC FPC Connector Board 22 Pins Double Row Male Pin Header Strip Adapter

FFC FPC Connector Board 22 Pins Double Row Male Pin Header Strip Adapter

At $19.50, this 22-pin adapter is the more compact option in this head-to-head. It uses a double-row male pin header strip with a 0.5mm FPC socket-side pitch and a 2.54mm DIP pitch, and the board measures just 26 x 29mm. If your FFC/FPC cable has 22 pins, this board gives you a straightforward way to break out those lines to a standard dual-row header. The straight male pins align with a standard 2.54mm header, and the smaller footprint leaves more room inside your project. The trade-off is the fixed 22-pin count and the straight pin layout. You can't move up to a 28-pin cable, and the header doesn't offer a right-angle bend for side-exit routing.

FFC FPC Connector Board 28 Pins Double Row Right Angle Pin Header Adapter

FFC FPC Connector Board 28 Pins Double Row Right Angle Pin Header Adapter

Also $19.50, this 28-pin adapter gives you a double-row right-angle pin header with the same 0.5mm FPC socket-side pitch and 2.54mm DIP pitch. The right-angle design makes the header run parallel to the board surface, so it can work well when you need to route the connection sideways in a compact enclosure. With 28 pins, it can match wider FFC/FPC cables that the 22-pin board can't handle. The larger 33 x 40mm board is the trade-off for that extra capacity, so check your available space before committing. The limitation is that a 22-pin cable won't fill the 28-pin socket, and the right-angle pins may not suit a build where you want a straight header pointing up from the board.

Final Choice by Use Case

For a 22-pin flexible cable in a tight space, choose the 22-pin board. For a 28-pin cable or a right-angle header orientation, choose the 28-pin board. If you are still deciding, let your cable's pin count be the first filter: match the board to the cable, then decide whether straight or right-angle pins fit your assembly.

Products in this article
FFC FPC Connector Board 22 Pins Double Row Male Pin Header Strip AdapterUSD 19.50View on eBayFFC FPC Connector Board 28 Pins Double Row Right Angle Pin Header AdapterUSD 19.50View on eBay
FFC FPC Connector Board 22 Pins Double Row Male Pin Header Strip AdapterUSD 19.50View on eBayFFC FPC Connector Board 28 Pins Double Row Right Angle Pin Header AdapterUSD 19.50View on eBay

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