The connector is ideal for SAS and PCIe applications, including storage-to-controller, server-to-server, server-to-switch, switch-to-switch, and mobile-to-enterprise.
The Molex Nano-Pitch I/O interconnect system, available from Mouser Electronics, benefits new high-performance applications by offering robust, small-form-factor, high-speed, multi-protocol interconnection, ideal for both internal and external solutions. The Nano-Pitch I/O system features a continuous ground-signal-signal-ground pinout concept, which optimizes for high-speed applications and maximizes the number of high-speed lanes within the intended lengths. The system provides up to 12 gigabits per second (Gbps) per channel on SAS 3.0, and up to 16 gigatransfers per second (GT/s) per channel on PCI Express. The system's low-profile connector solution is compatible with SAS-3/SAS-4 and PCIe Gen 3/Gen 4 interfaces, while the metal-cased, 0.50mm pitch, 42-circuit SMT connectors are available in both right-angle and vertical versions to suit a variety of placement options.
The Nano-Pitch I/O system offers a reliable and consistent dual-row staggered contact configuration, allowing engineers to add components without powering down the system (known as hot-plugging). The connectors also provide optimal routing for high-speed trace connections while reducing PCB space requirements. The Nano-Pitch I/O interconnect system delivers inventory and manufacturing assembly efficiencies in data centers and enterprise storage systems, storage racks, storage controllers, and host bus adapter (HBA) servers, as well as telecom hubs, servers, switches, and routers.
