Connector System optimizes data rates.
Press Release Summary:
Designed for differential, high-speed signal transmission in telecom applications, ERmet ZD+® board-to-backplane connector system enables data rates of more than 20 Gbit/s. Four-pair, right-angle female connector features pressfit termination and is mating-compatible to existing ERmet ZD male connector, so existing backplane designs do not require layout changes on backplane side. For maximum performance, backdrilling is recommended.
Original Press Release:
ERNI Electronics Unveils ERmet ZD® Plus Family for High-Speed Designs
DesignCon2008: Enhancement of proven ERmet ZD connector system enables data rates of more than 20Gbit/s
ADELBERG, GERMANY and SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - February 4, 2008 - ERNI Electronics (DesignCon 2008, Booth 624) today announced the development of a new high-speed, differential, board-to-backplane electrical connector system. The product is an enhancement of the proven ERmet ZD® family which got high market acceptance in the telecommunications and computer industries providing reliable differential solutions for applications in the range of 3-10Gbit/s. The new ERmet ZD+® high-speed differential Hard Metric connector system enables data rates of more than 20Gbit/s.
The ERmet ZD plus is based on the principal mechanical design of the ERmet ZD with the same dimensions. To enable higher data rates and further improve the crosstalk behavior ERNI Electronics has optimized the signal routing and the pressfit termination of the female connector. To benefit from the maximum performance of the new ERmet ZD plus the usage of backdrilling is recommended. Decreasing via stub length and the related "stub effect" by backdrilling significantly reduces the reflections and the overall BER (Bit Error Rate) of the interconnect.
The first product of the ERmet ZD plus family is the 4-pair right angle female connector with pressfit termination. The new ERmet ZD plus female connector is mating compatible to the existing ERmet ZD male connector. This means, that existing backplane designs do not need layout changes on the backplane side, if customers want to upgrade their systems. Of course the layout on the daughter cards has to be modified if using the new ERmet ZDplus female parts.
About ERmet ZD
ERmet ZD connectors were specially developed for differential high-speed signal transmission in telecom applications with data rates of up to 10Gbit/s. This robust, high-quality modular connector system is also very well suited for use in combination with the 2mm HM (IEC 61076-4-101) ERmet line of connectors. The special design of the signal and ground contacts ensures simple and economic conductor track routing. The ERmet ZD connector utilizes an optimal grid construction that reduces signal interference and offers more room for conductor track routing. Its optimized design and effective shielding allow the ERmet ZD system to exhibit superb performance when faced with crosstalk and reflections. Signal and ground contacts have different connection levels, ensuring reliable mating.
The new ERmet ZD plus connectors now enable even higher data rates and the daughter cards can be used within existing backplane systems.
About ERNI Electronics
ERNI Electronics is a leading global manufacturer and worldwide supplier of a broad line of interconnects for the telecommunications, data communications, computer, industrial and medical markets. ERNI has manufacturing operations in Europe as well as sales offices in over 40 countries. ERNI products are also marketed via a worldwide network of representatives and leading distributors. Further information is available at www.erni.com.
