Tag-Connect, LLC
Tag-Connect TC2030-CLIP Retainer
Tag-Connect TC2030-CLIP Retainer
SKU: TC2030-CLIP
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Key Features
Overview
Overview
The Tag-Connect TC2030-CLIP is a compact retainer that holds a TC2030 “No-Legs” (NL) Plug-of-Nails™ cable on your PCB for temporary, hands-free debugging and bring-up. The clip engages the cable’s alignment pins from the underside of the board, so you keep the TC2030’s tiny header-free footprint near the MCU while maintaining a consistent connection during development.
Where It Fits In
Use TC2030-CLIP whenever you prefer the board-space and BOM savings of no-legs cables but want a steadier hold than hand-pressure alone. For longer sessions or vibration-prone setups, consider a legged cable such as the TC2030-IDC. If your toolchain uses ST’s STDC14 header, pair your NL cable with TC2030-CTX-NL-STDC14. For fixture work, see TC2030-MOUNT.
Variants
Available singly as TC2030-CLIP and as a TC2030-CLIP-3PACK. Compatible with Tag-Connect TC2030-NL cables including TC2030-IDC-NL and TC2030-ICESPI-NL.
Why Consider It?
Engineers gain a reliable, repeatable hold without adding a header to every board. The clip supports efficient bench work and keeps production units smaller and simpler by preserving the connector-free TC2030 footprint.
Downloads
This product is intended to temporarily hold a TC2030 -NL ("No Legs") cable in place on a PCB. This solution will help when board space is at a premium and you need a hands free solution for debugging.
We recommend keeping a few spare of these since the tiny boards are easy to misplace when working on the bench.
For a more robust solution consider a TC2030 legged cable.
Which cable fits your debugger? See our Tag-Connect cable guide.
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Part Number (SKU) |
TC2030-CLIP
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Weight |
0.1 kg
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EAN |
5055383698769
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Questions and Answers
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Will It Fit Around Nearby Shields or Tall Passives?
That depends on the underside of your board, because the clip is fitted from underneath the PCB onto the three alignment pins. It is a small retaining board, so plan for the clearance below.
Clip dimension Value Clip board 10.668 mm x 5.080 mm Board thickness 0.914 mm Overall height with pins 6.731 mm (about 0.265 in) Design tip: Keep about 6.7 mm of clear space on the underside around the alignment pins. Check for shields or tall parts on the back of the board, not the top. -
Does It Work with ST’s ST-Link 14-pin (STDC14)?
Yes. The TC2030-CTX-NL-STDC14 is a TC2030 no-legs cable with a 14-pin 0.05 in STDC14 connector for the ST-LINK V3 family (STLINK-V3SET, STLINK-V3 and STLINK-V3MINI). Because it is a no-legs cable, the TC2030-CLIP can hold it in place.
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Is There a 3-pack?
Yes, the TC2030-CLIP-3PACK.
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What If I Need a Fixed, Production-ready Hold?
Use a test fixture with the TC-MOUNT-6 bracket (also called TC2030-MOUNT), which allows the no-legs connector to be mounted permanently within a test fixture.
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Can I Start with NL and Standardise Later?
Only partly. A no-legs cable with the clip is a sound way to start, but moving to legged cables later needs the legged footprint, which has four extra leg-latch holes, so plan the footprint early.
Cable type Footprint Tag-Connect's use case No-legs (NL) with clip Three alignment holes One-off, short-duration operations Legged Alignment holes plus four 2.375 mm leg-latch holes A secure connection over an extended period Design tip: Switching an NL footprint to legged cables means a PCB change. If you may need long sessions later, choose the legged footprint at layout. -
Does TC2030-CLIP Work with Legged Cables?
No. It’s designed for TC2030 No-Legs cables. For hands-free use without a clip, use a legged 6-pin cable such as TC2030-IDC.
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Which TC2030 Cables Are Compatible?
Any TC2030-NL family cable. The clip is sold for TC2030-NL cables, for example:
Cable Type Works with the clip TC2030-IDC-NL 6-pin no-legs Yes TC2030-ICESPI-NL 6-pin no-legs, for Atmel-ICE Yes TC2030-CTX-NL-STDC14 6-pin no-legs to STDC14 Yes TC2030-IDC 6-pin legged Not needed, holds itself -
Does the Clip Change Signal Integrity?
No. The clip is a mechanical retainer with no electrical parts. It only holds the cable in place, and the signals still travel through the spring pins of the Tag-Connect cable.
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What PCB Footprint Is Required?
The standard TC2030-NL footprint, which has three non-plated alignment holes (two 0.039 in and one 0.031 in). It is the footprint used by all TC2030 no-legs cables.
Footprint Holes TC2030-NL (no legs) Three alignment holes TC2030 legged Alignment holes plus four 2.375 mm leg-latch holes -
How Does This Compare with Legged Cables for Long Sessions?
Legged cables are the better choice for long sessions, because they hold themselves to the board. The clip is a lightweight bench aid for no-legs cables.
Legged cable No-legs cable with clip Retention Holds itself to the board Clip holds the cable temporarily Long sessions Secure connection over an extended period Suited to hands-free use at the desk Sturdiness More robust and convenient for debugging Lightweight aid
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