Backplanes

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
PCE-5B10-04A1E

PCE-5B10-04A1E

Advantech

10-SLOTS PICMG1.3BP 1 CPU CARD

0

PCA-6108P6-0C1E

PCA-6108P6-0C1E

Advantech

BACKPLANE 8-SLOT PCI/ISA

0

PCA-6108P4-0C2E

PCA-6108P4-0C2E

Advantech

8-SLOT BACKPLANE 2 PCI 3 ISA

0

PCE-7B08-04A1E

PCE-7B08-04A1E

Advantech

8 SLOTS PICMG1.3BP 1 CPU CARD

0

PCE-5B06V-00A1E

PCE-5B06V-00A1E

Advantech

6-SLOT BUTTERFLY PICMG1.3 BP 1 C

0

PCA-6114P10-0B2E

PCA-6114P10-0B2E

Advantech

14-SLOT BACKPLANE 2 ISA 10 PCI

0

PCE-7B03V-00A1E

PCE-7B03V-00A1E

Advantech

3-SLOT BUTTERFLY PICMG1.3 BP 1 C

0

UM21A3U-22

UM21A3U-22

Vector Electronics & Technology, Inc.

BACKPLANE 3U 21 CHAN UNCOMMITTED

0

PCA-6114-0B2E

PCA-6114-0B2E

Advantech

14-SLOT BACKPLANE 14 ISA REV

0

PCE-5B06-00A1E

PCE-5B06-00A1E

Advantech

CIRCUIT MODULE 6-SLOT PICMG1.3B

0

PCE-5B12-64B1E

PCE-5B12-64B1E

Advantech

12-SLOTS PICMG1.3BP 1 CPU CARD

0

VMEBP12J2

VMEBP12J2

Vector Electronics & Technology, Inc.

BACKPLANE 3U 12 CHAN VME J1/J2

0

VME64E10P01

VME64E10P01

Vector Electronics & Technology, Inc.

BACKPLANE 6U 10CHAN VME J1/J2/J0

0

VMEBP10J1

VMEBP10J1

Vector Electronics & Technology, Inc.

BACKPLANE 3U 10 CHAN VME J1/J2

0

PCA-6115-0B2E

PCA-6115-0B2E

Advantech

15-SLOT BACKPLANE 15 ISA REV B

0

PCE-5B06V-04A1E

PCE-5B06V-04A1E

Advantech

6-SLOT BUTTERFLY PICMG1.3 BP 1 C

0

PCE-7B06-04A1E

PCE-7B06-04A1E

Advantech

6-SLOTS PICMG1.3 BP 1 CPU CARD

0

PCE-5B06-04A1E

PCE-5B06-04A1E

Advantech

CIRCUIT MODULE 6 SLOTS PICMG1.3

0

VME64E12P01

VME64E12P01

Vector Electronics & Technology, Inc.

BACKPLANE 6U 12CHAN VME J1/J2/J0

0

PCE-7B06-40A1E

PCE-7B06-40A1E

Advantech

6-SLOTS PICMG1.3 BP 1 CPU CARD

0

Backplanes

1. Overview

Backplanes are fundamental components in electronic systems, serving as central connectivity hubs that enable communication between multiple printed circuit boards (PCBs) or modules. They provide electrical connections, signal routing, and mechanical support in complex systems. Modern backplanes are critical in data centers, telecommunications, industrial automation, and high-performance computing, offering scalable and reliable infrastructure for demanding applications.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Passive BackplanesNo active circuitry, purely physical/electrical connectionsIndustrial PCs, modular test equipment
Active BackplanesIntegrated circuitry for signal conditioning, clockingTelecom switches, enterprise servers
High-Speed BackplanesOptimized for >10 Gbps signaling with impedance controlData center switches, 5G base stations
Storage BackplanesSpecialized interfaces for SAS/SATA drivesRAID arrays, storage servers

3. Structure and Components

A typical backplane consists of: - Multi-layer PCB with controlled impedance traces - High-density connectors (e.g., PCIe, SAS, RF) - Power distribution networks - EMI shielding structures - Mechanical mounting features Advanced designs incorporate integrated circuitry for signal retiming, clock distribution, and diagnostic features. Modular backplanes may include hot-swappable interfaces and redundant power paths.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Slot DensityNumber of module connectors per unit areaSystem scalability and footprint optimization
Signal BandwidthMaximum data transfer rate (GHz/Gbps)Determines application suitability for high-speed systems
Power CapacityCurrent/voltage handling capabilitiesSupports power-hungry components and system stability
Thermal ResistanceAbility to dissipate heat ( C/W)Directly affects reliability and MTBF
Protocol CompatibilitySupport for standards like PCIe 5.0, SAS 4.0Ensures component interoperability

5. Application Areas

Primary industries include: - Telecommunications (5G infrastructure, core routers) - Data Centers (cloud servers, storage arrays) - Industrial Automation (PLC systems, test equipment) - Medical Imaging (modular diagnostic systems) - Aerospace & Defense (ruggedized avionics) Case Study: A hyperscale data center deploying 4U server racks with PCIe 5.0 backplanes achieved 2x throughput improvement while reducing power consumption by 18% compared to previous generation architectures.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerKey Products
AvnetOpenVPX backplanes for military radar systems
TE ConnectivityMeg-Array high-speed backplane connectors
SamtecFireFly optical backplane solutions
AmphenolOSP80 80Gbps backplane interconnects

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: 1. Define bandwidth requirements with future growth margin (typically 30% headroom) 2. Verify protocol compatibility with existing infrastructure 3. Evaluate thermal management needs based on system power density 4. Consider modular designs for easy upgrades 5. Prioritize vendors with proven field reliability (>1M MTBF) 6. Assess customization capabilities for specialized applications

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions include: - Adoption of 112 Gbps SerDes technology - Integration of optical interconnects (Silicon Photonics) - Development of liquid-cooled backplane solutions - Increased adoption of Open Compute Project (OCP) standards - AI-driven predictive maintenance capabilities Market growth projected at 7.2% CAGR through 2030, driven by 5G and edge computing demands.

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