Amphenol FCI Cool Express Link Connectors

Amphenol FCI Cool Express Link EDSFF E3 1C and 2C Orthogonal Cable Connectors use a die-cast orthogonal press-fit cage to support PCIe Gen 5 and Gen 6 data transmission. These hybrid connectors route power, sideband, and high-speed signals through a single midplane interface, enabling low-latency, high-bandwidth links. The simple locking and latching mechanism ensures straightforward cable insertion and removal without brackets. These devices feature a die-cast cage with hybrid signal and power contacts. The Cool Express Link connectors are used in AI/ML, high-performance computing, enterprise storage, and CXL 3.1 coherent memory-sharing systems.

Features

• 1C and 2C EDSFF form factor support
• Cable exit without external bracket
• Die-cast one-piece cage construction
• Dual-function signal and power contact design
• Expansion capability to E3 4C configurations
• High-speed PCIe Gen 5 and Gen 6 support
• Hybrid orthogonal interface (signal, power, sideband)
• Low-profile, midplane interface
• Press-fit termination for board-side connection
• Secure latching for tool-less cable retention

Applications

• AI and machine learning systems
• CXL 3.1 memory-sharing platforms
• Data center infrastructure
• Enterprise storage arrays
• High-performance computing systems
• Server backplanes and midplanes

Technical Specifications