High-Density Connector Module Supports 4x I/O

For 4x I/O applications and supporting high-speed signal transmission, the Multi-IO microGiGaCN series connector modules offer a way to increase I/O port density and available pc board space, while simplifying signal routing on the main board. The first module in the series, the FCN-268Y032-A, is a 2x2-stacked module of four, 4x links that meets InfiniBand, InfiniBand DDR, 10G Fibre Channel, and 10G Base-CX4 data rates in a 4-channel, bi-directional data-transfer mode. It accommodates up to five modules (20 links) within a 1U configuration. The module has a 30-Vac rating and specifies a 240-mΩ contact resistance (signal), 180 mΩ (ground). When mated, it exhibits a differential characteristic impedance of 100Ω ±10% with a 100 ps rise time. Price is $37.50 each/1,00. The high-speed interface connector is priced at $7.39 each/1,000. FUJITSU COMPONENTS AMERICA INC., Sunnyvale, CA. (800) 380-0059.