Fine-pitch connector achieves 25+ Gbps
2 April 2014
Interconnection
 
Samtec has expanded its Razor Beam LP product line to include a new ultra fine-pitch, low profile system for applications where space is limited and high-speed performance is required. The 0,50 mm pitch socket and terminal connector strips of the SS5/ST5 series are available in 4 mm, 4,5 mm and 5 mm stack heights. The 4 mm stack height system is rated at 13 GHz (26 Gbps) based on a -3 dB insertion loss point of the system.   
This new double-row system increases design flexibility with a choice of 20, 30 or 40 positions. The narrow 5 mm body width of this two-piece system optimises PCB board space, gold plated contacts provide high reliability for increased mating cycles, and surface mount tails ensure board level stability.
For more information contact Craig Gibbs, Avnet Kopp, +27 (0)11 319 8600, [email protected],  www.avnet.co.za
	
 
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