Rugged High-Speed Solutions
That Save Weight and Space
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EMBEDDED
COMPUTING
BOARD-LEVEL INTERCONNECTS
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Table of Contents
Introduction 3
VITA 46: MULTIGIG RT 2 and MULTIGIG RT 2-R
Connectors 5
Additional VPX 46 Products 8
VITA 66: Optical Modules 9
VITA 67: RF Modules 10
VITA 61: Mezalok Connectors 11
VITA 62: MULTI-BEAM XLE Power Connectors 12
Next-Generation Connectivity:
Fortis Zd Connectors 13
Fortis Zd LRM Connector System 15
Complete Solutions for Embedded Computing 19
EMBEDDED COMPUTING
Rugged, Weight- and Space-Saving High-Speed Solutions
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SWaP: Reduce Size and Weight
Increase Power, Data and Bandwidth
Speed Design with Open Architecture Solutions
Next-generation processors need next-generation connectivity
to keep pace with the growing demand for bandwidth even as
space, weight, and power savings become critical.
TE Connectivity (TE) has been pushing the bandwidth envelope
by adapting high-speed commercial technology and combining it
with our expertise in rugged packaging. The results are board-level
interconnects that give you more performance in harsh military
and aerospace applications.
Beyond Speed
We are also reducing size through higher contact densities and
supporting RF and optical interconnects at the board level. And
to allow compact, high-speed box-to-box connectivity, we have a
full range of I/O connectors supporting rates to 10 Gb/s.
Meeting the Needs of Battlespaces
We are meeting the demanding needs of battlespaces with
ruggedized copper and fiber interconnect and cable assemblies.
And we are helping to protect systems with lightweight shielding
and EMI-immune datapaths.
TE is focusing our technology to minimize size, weight and
power consumption, to increase bandwidth, and to enable open
architecture systems.
More Performance for Land, Sea, Air, and Space
• Avionics and Vetronics
• Communications Hubs and Processing
• Electronic Warfare and Countermeasure Management
• Two-Level Maintenance and ESD Sensitive Applications
• Mobile and Fixed Satellite Terminals and
Ground Base Stations
• Power Supply and Distribution
• Radar Interface and Processing – RF and Digital
• Sensor Array Hubs and Data Processing
• Vehicle Mission Computers and Navigation
• Weapons Control and Targeting
• Space
TE Components . . . TE Technology . . . TE Know-how . . .
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Embedded Computing
VPX Compliant Solutions
As the latest standard architecture evolving
from VMEbus, the VPX standard meets the
needs for data-intensive processing in the
aerospace and defense industries, where both
ruggedness and high-speed performance are
crucial. Supporting 6.25 Gb/s in a switched
fabric architecture, VPX systems are designed
for flexible application of demanding high-
speed protocols, such as 10G Ethernet,
RapidIO, InfiniBand, and HyperTransport, in
ground, aerospace, and marine applications.
Scalable
VPX systems are highly scalable and flexible,
supporting both 3U and 6U formats to meet
the widest range of needs. The VPX backplane
uses the TE 7-row MULTIGIG RT 2 connector
system to support both single-ended and
differential signals.
Open Architecture
As a widely used standard, VPX promotes
interoperability, a healthy choice of suppliers,
and economies of scale that result from higher
board volumes.
Flexible
Not only does VPX accommodate new
technologies, it has expanded beyond
backplane/daughterboard signaling to
embrace mezzanine application, power
modules, and optical and RF connectivity—all
with the goal of providing unmatched flexibility
and capabilities for embedded computing.
High Speeds, Multimedia,
Maximum Flexibility
TE’s portfolio of VPX systems gives you a
complete array for high-speed data, optical,
RF, power, and mezzanine connectivity. More
choice means more flexibility in achieving
specific system architectures with standards-
based solutions. Get the high-speed signal
integrity advanced applications require in
rugged, reliable connectors.
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MULTIGIG RT 2
RUGGED
• The standard for VITA 46 applications
• Modular connector system features a
protected backplane connector
FAST
• Supports speeds up to 10 Gb/s,
providing a comfortable performance
margin in VPX applications
FLEXIBLE
• Wafers are easily modified to
support the need for propagation
delay, characteristic impedance, and
other electrical parameters
• Lightweight connector oers
built-in ESD features enabling
field serviceability
MULTIGIG RT 2-R
EXTREME RUGGEDNESS
• Passes extreme requirements of
VITA 72 study group
• Features a quad-redundant contact
system for greater reliability in a high
vibration environment
• Specified for VITA 78 SpaceVPX
applications
ULTRA FLEXIBLE
• Compatible with standard MULTIGIG
RT-2 connectors for VITA 46
• Optimized footprints for signal
integrity and ease of board design
• Low outgassing
Modular MULTIGIG RT 2 Connector System with
Data Rates up to 10 Gb/s
The MULTIGIG RT 2 connector, the standard for VITA 46,
represents a huge step forward in the world of rugged computing
and C4ISR enabling technology. The connectors support speeds
up to 10 Gb/s, providing a comfortable performance margin in
VPX applications.
This modular connector system features a protected pinless
backplane connector and wafer-based design in place of
pin contacts. Wafers, available for dierential, single-ended,
and power needs, can be easily modified to support specific
customer needs for characteristic impedance, propagation
delay, and other electrical parameters. This lightweight
connector system also oers built in ESD features, enabling field
serviceability, and is fully qualifies for VITA 47 environments.
Ultra-Rugged MULTIGIG RT 2-R Connectors
MULTIGIG RT 2-R connectors are an evolution of MULTIGIG RT
2 connectors, designed to oer even more ruggedness and
reliability in demanding high-vibration environments. They
go beyond VITA 47 environmental performance to meet the
demanding requirements of VITA 72.
The connectors are specified for VITA 78 SpaceVPX fault-
tolerant interoperable backplanes and modules. The lightweight
connectors oer low outgassing and resist the growth of tin
whiskers to high reliability in the challenging environment
of space.
Backward compatible to all existing VITA 46 daughtercards,
rugged MULTIGIG RT 2-R connectors have a pinless interface
tested to 10,000 mating/unmating cycles. The connector has
been torture tested by exposing a 6U VPX test unit to random
vibration levels of 0.2 g2/Hz for 12 hours.
VITA 46 MULTIGIG RT 2 AND MULTIGIG
RT 2-R Connectors
MULTIGIG RT 2 MULTIGIG RT 2-R
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Module Position
Part No.
MULTIGIG
RT 2
MULTIGIG RT
2-R
P0 1410189-3 2102772-1
P1, P2, P3, P4,
P5, P6
Dierential 1410187-3 2102771-1
Single-Ended 1410190-3 2102847-1
Keying Guide
Socket Modules
1-1469492-X
(Standard
Zinc Die
Cast)
2000713-X
(Machined
6061
Aluminum with
ESD Contact)
Module Position
Part No.
MULTIGIG
RT 2
MULTIGIG RT
2-R
P0 + P1A 1410326-3 2286250-1
P1B + P2A
Dierential 1410187-3 2102771-1
Single-Ended 1410190-3 2102847-1
VITA 78 Module Designation 3U position 6U position Part No.
Module 8 P0 P0 2286123-1
Module 16A — P1, P5 2286117-1
Module 16B P2 P2, P6 2286118-1
Module 16C — P3 2286119-1
Module 16D — P4 2286120-1
Module 16E P1 — 2286121-1
Module Position
Part No.
MULTIGIG
RT 2
MULTIGIG RT
2-R
J0 1410186-1 2102735-1
J1, J3, J4, J5 1410140-1 2102736-1
J2, J6 1410142-1 2102737-1
Keying Guide Pin
1-1469491-X
(Standard
Zinc Die
Cast)
2000676-X
(Stainless
Steel)
DAUGHTERCARD
DAUGHTERCARD MODULES FOR VITA 66.4 AND 67.1 3U APPLICATIONS
SpaceVPX CONNECTORS (PER VITA 78) FOR SpaceUM MODULES
BACKPLANE
See TE drawings for guide module and pin options.
RoHS equivalents available.
P1B + P2A P0 + P1A
VITA
66.4/67.1
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Module Position
Part No.
MULTIGIG
RT 2
MULTIGIG
RT 2-R
RP0 1410968-3 2102773-1
RP1
Dierential 1410975-3 2102774-1
Single-Ended 1410970-3 2102849-1
RP2
Dierential 1410971-3 2102775-1
Single-Ended 1410972-3 2102848-1
RP3, RP4,
RP5, RP6 Dierential 1410975-3 2102774-1
Single-Ended 1410190-3 2102847-1
Keying Guide
Socket Modules
1-1469492-X
(Standard Zinc
Die Cast)
2000713-X
(Machined
6061
Aluminum with
ESD Contact)
Module Position
Part No.
MULTIGIG RT 2 MULTIGIG
RT 2-R
RJ0 See Note 1 1410964-1 2102768-1
See Note 2 1410965-1 2102850-1
RJ1
See Note 3 1410140-1 2102736-1
See Note 4 1410966-1 2102851-1
RJ2 1410186-1 2102735-1
RJ3 1410142-1 2102737-1
RJ4, RJ5, RJ6 1410140-1 2102736-1
Keying Guide Pin
1410956-1
(Standard Zinc
Die Cast)
2226127-1
(Stainless
Steel)
REAR TRANSITION MODULE REAR TRANSITION BACKPLANE
Notes (Reference VITA 46.10; Observation 3-6):
Note 1: 16 column shell, 15 columns of contacts
Note 2: 16 column shell, 7 columns of contacts present
(plus contacts i9-16)
Note 3: 16 column shell, 16 columns of contacts
Note 4: 16 column shell, 8 columns of contacts present
(plus contacts i1-8)
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Stacking Compliant Pin Connector
Part No. 2102785-1
VITA 46 Interposer
Part No. 2226027-1
VPX Daughtercard (Plug-In Module) Covers
Part No. 2226808-1 6U
Part No. 2226808-2 3U
Additional VPX-Compatible Products
Permanent Stacking
• Compliant pin termination on both sides
• Well suited for rigid flex or board-to-board stacking where a
separable interface is not required
Convenient
• Simple press-fit application
• Connector footprint matches the MULTIGIG RT 2
daughtercard connector pattern for low noise and low loss
• 56 position modules, end-to-end stackable to build the pin
count required with standard components
Low Profile
• 4 mm stack height
Parallel Backplanes
• Stacking connector to enable parallel backplanes in a
VPX chassis.
• Mates to backplane VITA 46 connectors, maintaining
VITA 46 pinout
• 25 mm stack height
Rugged Protection
• Durable polycarbonate protective cover applied to a
plug-in card
• Prevents connector damage in handling
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Interface
Part No.
Backplane Daughtercard
VITA 66.1: MT 2000973-1 2000974-1
VITA 66.2: ARINC 801 — —
VITA 66.3: Expanded Beam 2102282-1 2102283-1
VITA 66.4: MT 2226880-1 2226881-1
MT Ferrule Kit
(12 Fiber, Multimode) 2102866-1 2102866-2
Contact TE about availability and additional fiber assemblies.
MORE CHOICE
• Choose from MT array connectors,
ARINC 801 termini, or expanded
beam (EB) contacts using a
common module
• Up to 248 fibers in a 6U system
• Each style of termini oers
dierent benefits
EASY TO USE
• Common mounting interface
requirements for the various fiber-
optic interconnects within 3U and
6U VPX applications
• Quickly and confidently
implement the best solution for
specific applications
RUGGED
• Improved density, ruggedness, and
repairability via three termini styles
• The three module varieties are based
upon proven optical termini for
military and aerospace applications
VITA 66 Optical Modules
The VITA 66 standard for optics gives you the choice of MT
array connectors, ARINC 801 termini, or expanded beam (EB)
contacts using a common module. With an aerospace pedigree,
each style of termini oers dierent benefits in terms of density,
ruggedness, repairability, and other characteristics.
MT Ferrules
• Highest-density interconnection
• Up to 48 fibers in a 3U system
• Up to 248 fibers in a 6U system
ARINC 801 Termini
• Industry-standard 1.25 mm high-performance ceramic ferrules
• Physical contact technology for very low insertion loss,
with angled polishes
• Keyed orientation for optimal single-mode performance
Expanded Beam Termini
• Up to four fibers per module
• Ball lens to tolerate less than pristine conditions
• Excellent for handling shock, vibration, or repeated
mating/unmating
• Well suited to two-level maintenance or applications calling
for frequent insertion/extraction
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Interface
Side Mounting Flange Material Part No.
4-Position 8-Position
Daughtercard
(Plug-In
Module)
Countersink
Through Holes to
Accept 2-56 UNC
Stainless
Steel 1996883-4 1996705-4
Aluminum 2157338-3 2157350-3
2-56 UNC
Mounting Holes
Stainless
Steel 2101925-4 2101924-4
Aluminum 2157339-4 2157340-4
Interface Side Cable Type* Part No.
Daughtercard
.047" Dia. 1996771-1
.086" Dia. 1996390-1
.086" Low-Loss Cable 2101814-1
Backplane
.047" Dia. (For Direct Attach Cable) 2157248-1
.086" Dia. (For Direct Attach Cable) 2101012-1
.086" Low-Loss Cable (For Direct Attach Cable) 2157022-1
NA — Press Fit Directly Into Backplane 1996318-1
Contact Interface to
Rear of Backplane
Module
Material
Part No.
4-Position 8-Position
Backplane
SMPM Plug
(Snap On)
Stainless
Steel 1996884-1 1996706-1
OSMM Jack
(Threaded)
Stainless
Steel 2101510-2 1996777-2
Direct Attach Cable Aluminum — 2157553-1
*Semirigid cable or flex equivalent.
VITA 67 MODULES
RF CONTACTS
MORE CHOICE
• Modular design with 4- or
8-position modules for application-
specific configuration
• Modules available in stainless steel
and aluminum
• Float-mounted jack maintains
positive RF connection
VERSATILE
• Will support 0.80” card pitch
• .240” center-to-center
contact spacing
• RF contacts are available for a
variety of cables
ROBUST
• SMPM-based contact performance
to 40 GHz
• Excellent channel-to-channel
isolation
• Higher packaging density saves
space and weight
VITA 67 RF Modules
VITA 67 RF modules from TE are modular systems designed
specifically to allow backplane/daughtercard multi-contact
mating within a robust platform to withstand the mechanical
rigors of military and aerospace applications. They are
also fully compatible with VPX packaging to make it easy
and convenient to achieve RF connectivity within a well-
established architecture.
The contacts tolerate generous misalignment to allow blind
mating and be configured to eliminate the possibility of
stubbing. The contacts are housed in robust stainless steel
or aluminum modules that hold four or eight contacts. The
modules are configured to provide RFI/EMI shielding between
the RF contacts and provide a high level of adjacent channel
isolation of at least 100 dBc up through 40 GHz.
Tool Use Part No.
OSMM Low-Profile Wrench Use for OSMM Connectors Mating to Backplane Modules 2119704-1
SMPM Jack Insertion/Extraction Tool Use On 1996390-1, 1996771-1 2101595-1
SMPM Plug Extraction Tool Use On 2101012-1, 2157248-1 2161640-1
TOOLING
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60 (6 x 10) Positions
Pin Connector 2102079-1 2102079-2 2102079-3 2102079-4
Socket
Connector
10 mm 2102080-1 2102080-2 2102080-5 2102080-6
12 mm 2102080-3 2102080-4 2102080-7 2102080-8
18 mm 2102080-9 1-2102080-0 1-2102080-1 1-2102080-2
114 (6 x 19) Positions
Pin Connector 2102060-1 2102060-2 2102060-3 2102060-4
Socket
Connector
10 mm 2102061-1 2102061-2 2102061-5 2102061-6
12 mm 2102061-3 2102061-4 2102061-7 2102061-8
15 mm 1-2102061-3 1-2102061-4 1-2102061-5 1-2102061-6
18 mm 2102061-9 1-2102061-0 1-2102061-1 1-2102061-2
320 (8 x 40) Positions
Pin Connector 2102429-1 2102429-2 2102429-3 2102429-4
Socket
Connector
10 mm 2102430-1 2102430-2 2102430-5 2102430-6
18 mm 2102430-9 1-2102430-0 1-2102430-1 1-2102430-2
VERSATILE
• 114-position module is VITA 61
compliant
• 60, 114, and 320 positions
• 10, 12, 15, and 18 mm stack heights
ROBUST
• Rugged surface-mount
mezzanine connector with 500
mating cycle durability
• Improved thermal cycling
stability compared to VITA 42
connectors—2000 or more thermal
shock cycles
• Supports data rates to 5+ Gb/s
• Anti-stubbing design during mating
HIGH PERFORMANCE
• Mini-Box contact system
provides four points of contact for
ultra-reliability
• LCP plastic housings oer superior
thermal stability and low outgassing
• Compliant BGA board-attach
supports standard surface
mount processing and excellent
thermal stability
VITA 61 MEZALOK Connectors
TE’s Mezalok connectors are rugged surface mount connectors
featuring a quad redundant mini-box contact system having
500-mating-cycle durability.
Engineered for high-speed reliability across the most adverse
environments, the Mezalok connector enables 10+ Gb/s data
rates coupled with a four-point redundant contact system
based on the M55302 standard. The 114-position connectors are
compliant with VITA 61 for XMC 2.0 applications.
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Connector Configuration (No. of Contacts) Part No.
High Power (50 A) Low Power (20 A) Signal Plug-In Module Size Receptacle Plug
2 6 32 3U 1-6450869-4 6450849-7
7 — — 6U 6450863-5 6450843-6
10 — 36 6U 1-6450869-0 6450849-6
HIGH PERFORMANCE
• 20 A and 50 A power contacts, plus
signal contacts
• 3-beam high-conductivity-copper
contact design allows for a greater
angular misalignment between
mating connectors and oers a
lower mating force
• Hot-plug capable
CONVENIENT
• Slim guide sockets reduce the overall
PCB footprint
• Vented housing allows for better
heat dissipation
• Connector tolerates mating
misalignment
• Lower mating force
VITA 62 MULTI-BEAM XLE Power Connectors
The MULTI-BEAM XLE power connector, specified for
the VPX VITA 62 power supply standard, oers 50 A and
20 A contacts.
The design is hot pluggable, features a vented housing for
heat dissipation, tolerates mating misalignment, and has lower
mating forces.
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The Mini-Box contact, with spring contact
on all four of the mating posts, has years of
proven reliability in rugged applications.
FAST
• Allows 12+ Gb/s data rates in a
design that saves weight and space
RUGGED
• Extreme mechanical and electrical
performance for the most
demanding applications
• Space-compatible materials
• Proven compliant pin board
attach facilitates manufacturing
eciency, repairability, and superior
electrical performance
• Protected pin field on backplane for
reliability and durability
FLEXIBLE
• Modular design allows for user
configurability and modular evolution
• M55302-heritage Mini-Box separable
interface provides four points of
contact on all sides of the pin
• Staggered daughtercard pin field
supports two-level maintenance
HIGH PERFORMANCE
• Three shell varieties for application
versatility, including:
Shielded for EMI protection
Plastic for lowest weight
Machined metal shell for
ruggedized daughtercard
• 3-pair (9-row) and 2-pair (6-row)
versions available to accommodate
multiple slot pitches
Next-Generation Connectivity Fortis Zd Connectors
Extreme Mechanical and Electrical Performance for the
Most Demanding Bandwidth Applications
With high speeds and high reliability in demanding
applications, the Fortis Zd connector family is designed to
meet next-generation processing-intensive applications.
The connectors support speeds of 12+ Gb/s in a design that
saves weight and space.
59.30 7.43
19.05
17.05
7.43
14.25
12.25
59.30
62.91
26.90
15.82
20.35
10.65
22.83
15.55
62.91
Six-Row Connectors Nine-Row Connectors
VERSION 1
VERSION 2
59.30
7.43
19.05
17.05
7.43
14.25
12.25
59.30
62.91
26.90
15.82
20.35
10.65
22.83
15.55
62.91
Six-Row Connectors Nine-Row Connectors
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Part No.
Left Center Right Full Shroud
10 Col. 10 Col. 20 Col. 10 Col. 10 Col. 20 Col.
6-Row (2-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle Dierential 2102086-1 2102087-1 2102096-1 2102088-1 2102081-1 2102232-1
Vertical — 2102092-1 2102093-1 2102098-1 2102092-1 2102094-1 2102234-1
9-Row (3-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle
Dierential 2000890-1 2000891-1 2000903-1 2000892-1 2102155-1 2102159-1
Single Ended 2102314-1 2102315-1 2102316-1 2102317-1 2102318-1 2102319-1
Vertical — 2000895-1 2000896-1 2000905-1 2000895-1 2102157-1 2102161-1
Part No.
10 Col. 20 Col. 30 Col. 40 Col. 50 Col. 60 Col.
6-Row (2-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle Dierential 2102515-1 2102515-2 2102515-3 2102515-4 2102515-5 2102515-6
Vertical — 2102516-1 2102516-2 2102516-3 2102516-4 2102516-5 2102516-6
9-Row (3-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle
Dierential 2102247-1 2102247-2 2102247-3 2102247-4 2102247-5 2102247-6
Single Ended 2102320-1 2102320-2 2102320-3 2102320-4 2102320-5 2102320-6
Vertical — 2102248-1 2102248-2 2102248-3 2102248-4 2102248-5 2102248-6
Part No.
10 Col. 20 Col. 30 Col. 40 Col. 50 Col. 60 Col.
6-Row (2-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle Dierential 2102114-1 2102114-2 2102114-3 2102114-4 2102114-5 2102114-6
9-Row (3-Pair) Connector Modules
Right-Angle Dierential 2102077-1 2102077-2 2102077-3 2102077-4 2102077-5 2102077-6
-1 parts have tin-lead plated contact tails; for lead-free tin order -2.
STANDARD FORTIS Zd MODULES
SHIELDED FORTIS Zd MODULES
MACHINED METAL SHELL FOR RIGHT-ANGLE FORTIS Zd MODULES
Shells are applied to right-angle modules, ordered separately. They mate with standard vertical modules.
See TE drawings for guide module and pin options.
Part No.
Universal Guide Hardware VITA 46 Rugged VITA 46 Machined
Guide Pin 223969-X 1-1469491-X 2000676-X
Guide Module 223979-X 1-1469492-X 2000713-X (with ESD contact)
GUIDE HARDWARE
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HIGH PERFORMANCE
• Performance to 12+ Gb/s
• Controlled impedance design
• Low crosstalk and superior
electrical characteristics
• Low noise board footprint
WEIGHT SAVING
MODULAR DESIGN
• Lightweight aluminum shell with
chromate finish
• 3, 4, 8 or 9 bays standard, with other
sizes possible
• Easy mixing and matching
of modules
RUGGED RELIABILITY
• High-temperature, space-
compatible materials
• Shell’s integral guide keys align
and minimize micromotion
between boards
FULL RANGE OF MODULES
• Single-ended signals
• Dierential signals
• Power
• RF
• Fiber optics
Fortis Zd LRM Connector System
Rugged Next-Generation Packaging Made Flexible with
Lightweight, Modular System
The Fortis Zd LRM Connector System is an innovative modular
connector system for rugged next-generation packaging, from
avionics boxes to military ground vehicles. Optical and RF
modules are based on VITA 66 and 67, featuring precision guide
hardware and shell features that ensure reliable plug-in and
excellent stability under extreme vibration.
It features a rugged, lightweight, multibay shell that accepts
high-speed digital signal, power, RF and optical modules.
Based on well-established technology, Fortis Zd LRM connector
systems feature M55320 box contacts, with four points
of contact, to provide electrical stability in high-vibration
environments. Additionally, the compliant pin board attach
results in manufacturing eciency, reparability, and superior
electrical performance.
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Shells
Rugged and Lightweight
• Precision machined from aluminum for light weight
• Chromate finished
Modular Flexibility
• Identical bays for flexibility in mixing and matching modules
and positioning them optimally
3U and 6U Solutions
• 3 and 4-bay shells support 3U boards
• 8 and 9-bay shells support 6U boards
• Other sizes can be made available
• Custom shell features possible, including integrated covers
Signal Modules
Flexible
• Differential and single-ended signal daughtercard modules
• Universal backplane module for both differential and
single-ended signals
• 90 contacts per module
• Differential module supports 30 pairs, with ground shields
for isolation
Reliable
• Reliable box contacts with four points of contact
• RoHS compliant
High-Power Modules
High Current
• 55 A contacts
• Two contacts per module
• 3-beam high-conductivity contacts
• Vented housing for thermal dissipation
Tried and True Technology
• Based on MULTI-BEAM XLE connector design
• Same interface as used in VITA 62 power supply modules
for VPX
Low-Power Modules
Flexible Current Handling
• 15 A contacts
• Five contacts per module
Tried and True Technology
• Based on TE Universal Power Module
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RF Modules
Rugged Performance
• Superior RF performance to 40 GHz
• Float-mounted contacts ensure mated contacts bottom, for
excellent isolation and low VSWR
Tried and True Technology
• Based on TE’s VITA 67 modules for VPX
• SMPM contacts
• Five position modules
Optical Modules
Tried and True Technology
• MT ferrule inserts
• Up to 24 fibers (12 per ribbon)
• Based on VITA 66
Filler Modules
• Protects unused bays from dust or contamination
• Snaps into place on daughtercard shell
Guide Hardware
Precision Machined
• Tightly toleranced to minimize micromotion between boards
• Lightweight aluminum
Flexible Keying
• 8 key orientations per pin
• 64 key combinations per assembly
• ESD springs in daughtercard shell’s guide sockets
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Embedded Computing
Application
PART NUMBERS
Daughtercard
Assembly
Backplane
Assembly
Part Type Part No.
Daughtercard Backplane
Connector Shells
3 bay 2226783-1 2226784-1
4 bay 2226783-2 2226784-2
9 bay 2226783-3 2226784-3
8 bay 2226783-4 2226784-4
Modules
Dierential Pair 2102436-1 2102438-1
Single Ended 2102436-2 2102438-1
Low-Power Module 2102444-1 2102446-1
High-Power Module 2102440-1 2102442-1
RF (SMPM) Module 2226511-1 2226512-1
Optical (MT) Module 2226790-1 2226789-1
Filler 2102449-1 —
Guide Hardware
Guide Socket, Keyed 2102503-2 —
Guide Socket, Non-Keyed 2102503-4 —
Screw, Guide Module, Phillips Head 208021-1 —
Screw, Guide Module, Torx 2226170-1 —
Guide Pin, Keyed — 2102502-2
Guide Pin, Non-Keyed — 2102502-4
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Embedded Computing
CeeLok FAS-T Connectors
• Small, field terminable,
10 Gigabit Ethernet,
rugged I/O connector
• Compact size 8 shell saves
weight and space
• Ruggedized for excellent
shock, vibration, temperature,
and sealing performance, with
integral backshell that provides
low cost, low-weight strain
relief, and EMI protection
DEUTSCH Wildcat
Connectors
• Full range of sizes and
configurations, with wide
choice of materials and finishes
• 38999 and micro sizes
• Close to double density
compared to standard 38999
RF Connectors
• I/O for LRUs and LRMs
• Blindmate, rugged,
high pin count
• Signal, Quadrax, RF, power,
and optical
(ARINC 801 and mini
expanded beam)
Optical Connectors
• Expanded beam, ceramic
ferrule, and MT termini
• Single mode and multimode
for any reach
• Compatibility with an
extensive line of standard and
optics-only connectors
CeeLok FAS-X Connectors
• One of the highest speed I/O
connectors available
• Single-channel size 11 or
four-channel size 25
38999 shells or ARINC 809
• Fast, easy assembly
• Composite or metal shell
• Lanyard-release option
Rack and Panel
Connectors
• I/O for LRUs and LRMs
• Blindmate, rugged,
high pin count
• Signal, Quadrax, RF,
power, and optical
(ARINC 801 and mini
expanded beam)
High-Speed Cable
• Gigabit/10G Ethernet
• Fibre Channel
• DVI/HDMI
• IEEE 1394
• USB 3.0
• CANbus
Harnessing Components
• Families matched to
application extremes
• Heat-shrink tubing
• Molded parts
• Adhesives
• Backshells
• Identification
• Solder sleeves and
termination devices
Count on TE for complete end-to-end solutions to enable high-performance computing. Our I/O
solutions give you one of the widest ranges of choices for helping to increase speeds speeds, going
longer distances, and eliminating bandwidth bottlenecks.
Complete Solutions for Embedded Computing
RUGGED HIGH-SPEED SOLUTIONS THAT SAVE
WEIGHT AND SPACE
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AEROSPACE, DEFENSE & MARINE /// EMBEDDED COMPUTING
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