Smiths Interconnect cPCI Series Backplane Connectors

Smiths Interconnect / Molex cPCI Series Backplane Connectors utilize Hypertac technology, which enhances connectors for durability and high-speed performance. These connectors support a current rating of 1A per contact and a data rate of up to 3.125Gbps, maintaining contact resistance of less than 8mΩ. The cPCI series connectors are also offered in press-fit variants and feature optimized lead traces that deliver exceptional performance in high-speed signal applications. These cPCI series connectors find applications in aerospace and aviation, industrial automation, defense systems, transportation systems, and telecommunications.

Features

  • Available in Press Fit variant
  • Available in reverse gender for commercial 2mm products
  • Interchangeably with cPCI COTS systems
  • Keying assures proper mating
  • Modular design with 3U/6U configurations

Applications

  • Aerospace and aviation
  • Defense systems
  • Industrial automation
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation systems

 

Technical Specifications

Parameters Values
Operating Temperature Range -55°C to +125°C
Insulation Resistance >5000MΩ
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage 1000Vrms
Current Rating 1A per contact
Data Rate 3.125Gbps

Video

This TTI Tech Specs video on Smiths Interconnect cPCI Series Backplane Connectors shows how these devices feature Hypertac technology that optimizes connectors for durability and high-speed performance.

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Video Transcript

When you need a high-speed aircraft, you look for one with supersonic capability, and when you need a high-speed signal connector, you look for a connector with Hypertac technology. Smiths Interconnect cPCI Series Backplane Connectors feature Hypertac technology with optimized lead traces for delivering high-speed data rates up to 3.125Gbps with less than 8mΩ contact resistance. These durable connectors operate over a current rating of 1A per contact and offer a dielectric withstanding voltage of 1000Vrms and an operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C.

The cPCI series features a press fit variant option and is available in reverse gender for commercial 2mm products. These connectors offer unique keying for assured proper mating in a modular design with 3U and 6U configurations and are interchangeable with cPCI COTS systems.

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