Standard PC/104 connectors accomodate a board to board distance of 15.24mm. This was usually enough to connect two boards. However, with the ever increasing requirement to connect more components, for example
heat sinks, fans and other cooling systems, manufacturers now often need a greater distance. As a specialist for connectors ept has reacted to this need and as a result is now the first provider to have a suitable connector in its lineup. The PC/104-Plus is available both in the standard height as well as in a higher design, permitting a board to board distance of 22 mm.
This provides
manufacturers of electronic articles with more flexibility. The new
dimensions have been recorded in the current SUMIT specifications; they
therefore correspond with the stipulated sizes for computer components.
ShroudPC/104 and PC/104-Plus connectors from ept provide manufacturers with
more flexibility when developing electronic circuit boards, as different
designs are available. In addition to the new, higher model, the
original connectors with the standard height are also still available.
ept is offering PC/104-Plus connectors with both short and long pins.
The long pins enable additional circuit boards to be connected directly
(rear mating zone plated performance level III), which means the new connector can be combined with all
existing and available PC/104-Plus boards.
Simple processing thanks to press-fit technology
Press-fit technology is used for installing the PC/104-Plus connector
to the board. This means the connector pins are pressed into the
plated-through hole of a circuit board. The press-in zone of the pin has
a larger diameter than the hole, and is also slightly flexible, which
results in high contact pressure and ensures an electrical contact
exists between the connector and the circuit board. The components can
be pressed-in directly using a tool, which provides a significant
advantage as no soldering is required. This not only simplifies
installation, it is also better for the environment as the components
can be recycled.
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