7-Row MicroSpeed Family from ERNI Electronics

High-speed connections for complex Mezzanine applications

Adelberg, March 9, 2009 - ERNI Electronics has expanded its 1.0mm MicroSpeed connector family to include 7-row vertical versions in addition to the 2-row variants. The MicroSpeed connectors support data rates of up to 10Gbit/s with 100Ω impedance for differential signal transmission and 50Ω impedance for single ended signal transmission. With the new high-density MicroSpeed components ERNI addresses high-speed and complex board-to-board connections in telecommunications and data transmission devices. The modular and shielded connectors are available in seven rows with 91 or 133 pins and with 5mm stacking height for a mated connector pair. The connectors operate across a wide temperature range (-55 °C to +125 °C). The signal contacts are built with SMT termination, while two termination options for the enveloping shielding are available depending on the application; SMT or Through Hole Reflow (THR) for extra heavy cards or extra mechanical strain relief. SMT signal coplanarity is 100% guaranteed at less than 0.10mm on all contacts. The signal connector‘s longitudinal pitch of 1.0mm and transverse pitch of 1.5mm allows the differential or single-ended signals to be arranged horizontally or vertically to meet specific impedance requirements. The modular MicroSpeed connector system is the ideal solution for next-generation systems with transfer rates of up to 10Gbit/s. For differential-data transmission several different signal-pair arrangements are possible. Parallel signal connections are recommended for improved crosstalk properties. SPICE models and evaluation boards are available to support high-speed designs. The new 7-row vertical female and male connectors expand the MicroSpeed family, which includes 2-row connectors offered in a variety of Board-to-Board stack heights ranging from 5mm to 20mm in 1mm increments. For rugged applications, MicroSpeed Blind Mate connectors are available, manufactured using high-impact resistant thermoplastic UL94 V-0 rated LCP, and designed with thicker housing side walls. The housing provides two polarized guide elements to assist with alignment and secure mating. ERNI also offers comprehensive Power Modules with stacking heights ranging from 5mm to 20mm and right angled MicroSpeed Signal Connectors (2-row version). MicroSpeed connectors are supplied in tape and reel packaging. They are equipped with black insulator housings to ensure fast and reliable visual recognition, and a pre-mounted pick-and-place cover for easy assembly onto the PCB. Prices of the 7-row MicroSpeed connectors (91 pins) start at 6.00 Euro per mated pair for volume orders.

ERNI Electronics GmbH ERNI Electronics GmbH, which is a part of the ERNI International AG international company group, was established in 1956 and has its headquarters in Adelberg, Germany. ERNI develops and manufactures a wide range of connectors, backplanes and complete systems, soldering assemblies and prepared cables. ERNI operates on a worldwide basis, with branches in Europe, North America and Asia.More information can be found at http://www.erni.com