Card Edge Connectors - Edgeboard Connectors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
10025026-10000TLF

10025026-10000TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 36POS 0.039

1551

ME1014013401311

ME1014013401311

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

MINI COOL EDGE 0.6MM 140PIN OCP

286

MET008431401101

MET008431401101

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 84P 0.024

2540

MDT420E03001

MDT420E03001

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN FEMALE 67POS 0.020 GOLD

890

CE1004000110111

CE1004000110111

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

COOLEDGE 0.8MM 40 SIGNAL PIN

101

MDT320E03001

MDT320E03001

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN FEMALE 67POS 0.020 GOLD

3550

10058835-1001LF

10058835-1001LF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN MICROTCA FMALE 170POS 0.029

965

10061913-101PLF

10061913-101PLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 64POS 0.039

784

G630HAA1621EU

G630HAA1621EU

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 164POS 0.039

0

CEE023000140101

CEE023000140101

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

PCIE COOL EDGE 1.0MM,STORAGE AND

0

10058831-110LF

10058831-110LF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN MICROTCA FMALE 170POS 0.029

399

ME1016813401201

ME1016813401201

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN EDGE DUAL FMALE 168P 0.024

1770

10018783-10013TLF

10018783-10013TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 164POS 0.039

1414

10018783-10001TLF

10018783-10001TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 64POS 0.039

0

CE24200G0110111

CE24200G0110111

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

COOLEDGE 0.8MM 2 POWER PIN 200 S

0

10018783-11013TLF

10018783-11013TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 164POS 0.039

0

10018783-10111TLF

10018783-10111TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 64POS 0.039

0

G630H3612246EU

G630H3612246EU

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 36POS 0.039

1627

CE1016000110111

CE1016000110111

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

COOLEDGE 0.8MM 160 SIGNAL PIN

35

10025026-10202TLF

10025026-10202TLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

CONN PCI EXP FEMALE 98POS 0.039

775

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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