Electronic Component News  Product Releases  SMP Blind-Mate
Connectors Correct Axial and Radial Misalignment Tue, 12/04/2007
- 7:20am  ec81pi703a-LSMP blind-mate connectors that can handle
frequencies up to 40 GHz are now available from Emerson Network
Power's Johnson subsidiary. These precision connection
interfaces use a miniature, slide-on/snap-on system ideal for
high-density packaging. They correct axial and radial
misalignment and are compatible with all SMP and GPO. Several
configurations are offered, including couplings include with
full and limited detents, smooth bore, and so-called "catcher’s
mitt" interfaces, all of which provide different levels of
engage and disengage force. The full detent snap-on interface is
typically used for cabled connections where a tighter lock is
required, and limited detent is used in PCB mounts or blind-mate
applications. The mitt-style interface is also typically
specified for blind-mate applications since its design
facilitates a more exact connection. In total ther