Samtec releases line of DC to 90GHz connectors with alignment features
Samtec has fully released its line of vertical solderless, compression mount connectors that incorporate precision alignment features. Spanning DC to 90 GHz, the new connectors are suited for use in high-frequency test and measurement applications and are available in full production quantities.
The connectors come standard with precision alignment features that are exclusive to Samtec and ensure peak connector performance. The solderless launch (where the connector is compressed onto the PCB using mounting hardware) allows for easy, field replaceable, cost-effective assembly to the PCB and eliminates possible performance degradation commonly found with solder reflow, claimed the company.
This new line of connectors includes both threaded and push-on interface types:
135 Series: 3 mm (90 GHz); 185 Series: 85mm (65 GHz); 240 Series: 2.40mm (50 GHz); 292 Series: 92mm (40 GHz); and GPPC Series, -CMM option: SMPM (65 GHz).
Complete electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications are available in the product specification sheets for each series. A brief technical overview, along with board thickness and torque specifications, is available in the eBrochure.
To prevent slight misalignment between the connector and the landing pad, alignment features are now standard with all Samtec vertical compression mount RF products, said the company.
For differential pair test and measurement applications, Samtec has released its vertical GPPC Series with a -CMM solderless option. It is claimed to be the only ganged, solderless connector of its kind in the industry. The push-on coupling design enables quick-attach for ease of use in a lab setting.
Samtec offers a full line of off-the-shelf solutions suitable for microwave and millimeter wave applications from 18 GHz to 110 GHz. Samtec precision RF products support next-generation technology advancements in wireless communication, automotive, radar, satcom, aerospace, defence, and test and measurement. Customisation of products, both quick-turn modifications and new designs, is also available.
