cPCI Series (2mm) Connectors Datasheet

Category: Connectors, Electronics, Smiths Connectors

Overview of cPCI Series (2mm) Connectors Datasheet

The datasheet details the features and specifications of the cPCI Series (2mm) Connectors, designed to be compatible with CompactPCI (cPCI) Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) systems. Featured prominently is the Hypertac contact technology, which ensures high reliability and immunity to shock and vibration. These connectors provide a standard 2mm pitch footprint in compliance with cPCI PICMG 2.0 requirements.

Key Features

Standard 2mm pitch footprint following the cPCI PICMG 2.0 standard.
Offers robust shock and vibration immunity.
High-temperature Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) insulator compliant with NASA outgassing requirements.
Meets IEC 1076-4 101 standards and provides press-in/compliant termination options.
Inclusion of part numbers qualified by NASA GSFC.

Qualification and Testing

The connectors satisfy important industry standards, including MIL-DTL-55302 and EEE-INST-002. NASA’s space flight qualifications are additionally adhered to, with parts tested to the NASA GSFC S-311-P-822 specification. Testing encompasses contact resistance, with an average of 4.85 milliohms under rated current, and low level contact resistance averaging 7.20 milliohms, amongst other electrical and mechanical parameters.

General and Performance Specifications

The datasheet provides specifics about the electrical and mechanical performance of the cPCI connectors. The user can expect a 1,000V RMS dielectric withstanding voltage, over 4,000 mating cycles, and a defined mating and demating force. Vibration testing adheres to rigorous MIL-DTL-55302 and NASA Goddard GEVS SE Rev A standards, ensuring performance stability in demanding conditions.

Additional Information

Contact Termination: Options include Hypertac 0.4mm sockets and solder tails.
Contact Current Rating: Suitable for high-temperature applications ranging from 55°C to 125°C.
Contact Material: Beryllium copper pin contacts with plated gold or nickel finishes are offered.
Number of Contacts: Various models with different signal and ground contact numbers are listed, alongside respective weights and suggested PCB hole diameters.

Detailed dimensions in inches and mm, alongside comprehensive performance specifications for various form factors of the 2mm connector, are provided, including key electrical resistance measures and mechanical durability metric outcomes.

Export Control and Contact Information

The provided components are subject to export control procedures. For further assistance, the datasheet suggests reaching out to Technical Support and directs readers to Hypertronics’ website.