446549-4 Connectors, Interconnects

Backplane Connectors - Contacts

Backplane connectors, also known as backplane interconnects, are a type of electronic connectivity that is used in high-performance applications, such as computer motherboards, server backplanes, high-speed network switches, and communication systems. These connectors provide mechanical and electrical interconnectivity between two or more printed circuit boards or modules. Backplane connectors are designed to provide reliable data transmission at high speeds, with minimal signal degradation and crosstalk.

Within the backplane connector family, contacts are a critical component, as they provide the electrical connection between the connector and the PCB. They are also responsible for transferring signal and power between two separate board levels or systems. Backplane contacts come in a variety of sizes and configurations, and are made from different materials and alloys, depending on the type of application they will be used for.

The contacts used in the 446549-4 backplane connector are precision machined from brass and copper alloys, and conform to Type III standards. These contacts are designed for feeding power and data signals between two board levels, and the connector design provides a secure locking structure that helps to reduce the risk of accidental disconnections. The contacts are also designed with a controlled electrical wave, and feature a staggered interface which helps to reduce signal degradation.

The 446549-4 backplane connector is designed for use in a wide variety of applications, but is especially suited to high-speed networking applications, and telecommunication systems. It is also used in a variety of industrial control systems, where reliable and robust data transmission is required. As the connector is designed for high-speed applications, contacts used in the 446549-4 backplane connector feature low signal insertion loss and excellent crosstalk performance. The contacts also feature a polarized and low-resistance design which helps to ensure reliable transmission with minimal interference.

In addition to offering high performance, the contacts in the 446549-4 backplane connector are suited to applications in harsh or hostile environments, and provide superior protection from environmental factors such as corrosion, dust, humidity and extreme temperatures. The contacts are also designed to meet IEC 60884-1 requirements and have been rigorously tested to ensure that they provide reliable and robust performance.