Intermediate board connectivity addresses signal integrity issues in today's high-performance computing applications. Transmission lines on traditional printed circuit boards suffer significant signal attenuation at high data rates, and off-boarding the signal improves performance. Samtec offers several product families of intermediate board optical transceivers.
The Samtec Halo intermediate board transceiver is designed for next-generation embedded applications requiring 56 and 112 Gbps PAM4 throughput in low-profile, rugged form factors. It supports both optical and copper systems, which are interchangeable, using the same high-performance surface-mount connector to greatly simplify PCB design.
The Halo system delivers bit rate errors (BER) as low as e-12 at 56 Gbps PAM4. Halo's small size and low power consumption per module allow it to be placed close to the IC, resulting in significant system-wide energy savings. Specifically designed to withstand high-impact and vibration environments, Halo transceivers can also be equipped with a variety of heat sink options to provide thermal control in harsh environments and across wide temperature ranges.
Key features:
· Low profile: less than 6.5 mm total mounting height; two-piece contact system
• Robust: Designed to withstand high levels of shock and vibration; low center of gravity
• High speed: Capable of up to 112 G PAM-4 per lane; up to 16 channels (8 bidirectional channels)
• Versatile: Optically connectable for easy field replacement; protocol independent
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Samtec Mid-Board Solutions:
Samtec's mid-board optical transceiver solutions are based on low power consumption, small form factors, and high-performance versatility. Samtec's copper-based interconnects for embedded applications provide incredible flexibility with extreme density, delivering up to 224 Gbps of PAM4 throughput. These innovations are further enhanced by integrated thermal management to ensure optimal operation in demanding environments. This guarantees reliable performance in industrial, military, and aerospace settings.
To support this comprehensive family of mid-board solutions, Samtec has published its Optics Mid-Board Transceiver Solutions Guide. This comprehensive resource offers an overview of Samtec's cutting-edge optical solutions, robust technical support, and user-friendly design tools. Samtec's renowned Sudden Service® provides rapid engineering support, advanced simulation tools, evaluation and development kits, and customization services tailored to the needs of each application.
