BKAD2-234-301

ARINC connectors are a series of high-reliability, high-density card edge connectors used for backplane and chassis-level application. The ARINC series of connectors, starting with the BKAD2-234-301, is well suited for applications in the aviation and aerospace industry and is available for various types of interfaces, from low-power, bipolar control and digital encoders to high-channel-count standard telecommunications applications.The BKAD2-234-301 is a 500 pin, double-row, high-reliability, mini-edge card connector suitable for avionics applications where a high voltage is required. This connector offers superior performance in harsh environments and enables rapid connection and disconnection of high-voltage aerospace systems. It is designed to support a wide range of applications including manual and motorized replacement or addition of cards in backplane systems.The BKAD2-234-301 features dielectric shields for maximum noise suppression and interference rejection, as well as an EMI clip feature to ensure impedance continuity and eliminate radiation. The connector’s secure latching mechanisms provide greater system reliability and durability, while metal inserts ensure that proper grounding is maintained. Power and signal contacts ensure a high-reliability connection, while contact bias assures proper mating and reduces the possibility of mating force induced impedance mismatch.The connector’s electrical performance is compliant to ARINC 600 requirements, and its contact range can support up to 500 Vdc. This capability allows for multiple supply voltages, simpler connector designs, and space savings between boards in the system. The connector’s design also gives it the flexibility to transfer high data rates in the range of 6.5 Gigabits/ second.The connector is ideal for applications in which a great deal of reliability and support of high voltages is vital, such as avionics, medical, and military applications. Its wide range of applications includes large passenger planes, helicopters, and commercial vehicles, providing a reliable and economical solution for backplane designs. This connector also provides an optical channel for optical links, allowing for the secure transmission of data at high data rates.In applications that require high reliability and durability, the BKAD2-234-301 is the ideal connector. It provides superior performance in harsh environments, rapid connection and disconnection, and strong electrical performance, and can be used for a wide range of applications. With its secure latching mechanisms, metal inserts, dielectric shields and EMI clip, the BKAD2-234-301 is a reliable and economical solution for any high-voltage, backplane design in the aviation and aerospace industry.