Card Edge Connectors - Edgeboard Connectors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EB43-S1R3060W

EB43-S1R3060W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 60POS 0.100

0

EB43-S0C156XF

EB43-S0C156XF

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 30POS 0.100

0

EB45-P0K2230X

EB45-P0K2230X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 44POS 0.100

0

EB81-S0A0640V

EB81-S0A0640V

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 12POS 0.156

0

EB82-S0L2260X

EB82-S0L2260X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 44POS 0.156

0

EB43-S4R3140W

EB43-S4R3140W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 62POS 0.100

0

EB63-S0C3640W

EB63-S0C3640W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 72POS 0.125

0

EBT156-10D1W

EBT156-10D1W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 20POS 0.156

0

EBT156-6R2W

EBT156-6R2W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 12POS 0.156

0

EB43-S0C2060W

EB43-S0C2060W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 40POS 0.100

0

EB43-S1R256XS

EB43-S1R256XS

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 50POS 0.100

0

EB81-S0A1860Y

EB81-S0A1860Y

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 36POS 0.156

0

EB63-S0C3540X-19

EB63-S0C3540X-19

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 70POS 0.125

0

EBT156-10D1X

EBT156-10D1X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 20POS 0.156

0

EB43-S2R1560W

EB43-S2R1560W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 30POS 0.100

0

EB63-S0C3260W

EB63-S0C3260W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 64POS 0.125

0

EBT156-22D2X

EBT156-22D2X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 44POS 0.156

0

EB82-S0A1560X

EB82-S0A1560X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 30POS 0.156

0

EB83-S0E2540W

EB83-S0E2540W

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 50POS 0.156

0

EB83-S0A1060X

EB83-S0A1060X

Vishay / Dale

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 20POS 0.156

0

Card Edge Connectors - Edgeboard Connectors

1. Overview

Card Edge Connectors, also known as Edgeboard Connectors, are electrical connectors designed to connect printed circuit boards (PCBs) directly to other boards or systems via their edges. These connectors eliminate the need for separate cables or wiring harnesses by utilizing the PCB's edge as both the mechanical support and electrical interface. They play a critical role in modern electronics by enabling compact designs, reliable signal transmission, and modular system architectures.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
PCIe Edge ConnectorsHigh-speed serial communication with low latencyGraphics cards, SSDs, network adapters
DIMM ConnectorsParallel data transfer for memory modulesDesktop/server RAM modules
SATA Edge ConnectorsSerial data transfer with hot-swapping capabilityHDDs, SSDs, optical drives
USB Type-C Edge ConnectorsBidirectional 24-pin configuration with power deliveryLaptops, mobile devices, docking stations

3. Structure and Components

Typical card edge connectors consist of: - Contact Points: Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper with gold-plated surfaces (10-50 m thickness) for low resistance - Insulation Body: High-temperature resistant LCP or nylon materials (UL94 V-0 rated) - Retention Mechanism: Integrated latches or screws for vibration resistance - PCB Interface: Precision-machined slots with alignment guides ( 0.05mm tolerance) - Shielding Layer: EMI-suppressing metal shells for high-frequency applications

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterTypical ValueImportance
Contact Resistance5-20m Ensures minimal signal loss
Current Rating1-5A per contactDetermines power delivery capacity
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage500-1000V ACGuarantees electrical safety
Insertion Force20-60NAffects user experience and durability
Operating Temperature-55 C to +125 CDefines environmental adaptability
Mating Cycles500-10,000 cyclesMeasures mechanical longevity

5. Application Fields

  • Computer Systems: Motherboards, expansion cards, memory modules
  • Telecommunications: 5G base stations, network switches
  • Industrial Automation: PLCs, control panels
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanners, diagnostic devices
  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, gaming consoles

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Amphenol ICCSmartSpring PCIe Gen57GHz bandwidth, 0.3mm pitch
TE ConnectivityMEZZOP Edge ConnectorDouble-sided contact design
MolexSL Series DIMM2.0N contact force reduction
SamtecEdge Rate HD0.8mm pitch, 25Gbps per channel

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Signal integrity requirements (frequency vs. crosstalk) - Mechanical constraints (board thickness, spacing) - Environmental conditions (temperature, vibration) - Compliance standards (IPC, RoHS) - Cost-performance balance (gold thickness vs. mating cycles) - Example: For a 10Gbps Ethernet switch, select connectors with controlled impedance (100 10%) and low insertion loss (<0.5dB at 12.5GHz)

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions: - High-density designs (sub-0.5mm pitch) - Enhanced thermal management for 5G applications - Integration with optical interconnects - Surface-mount technology (SMT) adoption - Increased use of conductive polymers for contact materials - Development of self-aligning connectors for automated assembly

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