Customers require different levels of data rates in one solution and also need connectors to accommodate those levels. The Molex SpeedMezz connector family offers differential header options with SpeedStack and SpeedEdge headers that provide speeds up to 56 Gbps and have the same footprint. These options make upgrading from one connector system to another simple and convenient. SpeedField plugs are single-ended and have a maximum speed of 20 Gbps.

SpeedStack mezzanine solutions are available in stack heights from 4.00 mm to 10.00 mm, while SpeedEdge mezzanine solutions are available in stack heights as low as 7.00 mm. SpeedEdge receptacles address the market need for small connectors with robust mechanical properties. They offer more moderate terminal entry for improved reliability and a robust housing to handle relatively thick PCBs.

SpeedMezz connectors provide flexible performance solutions to meet a variety of application needs. They feature a 1.00 mm contact surface for optimum signal integrity or a 2.00 mm contact surface for optimum mechanical performance and reliability.

In response to market demand for a move towards flexible design solutions, SpeedStack, SpeedEdge and SpeedField sockets have the same footprint, can be easily replaced, and can be used as a mezzanine or edge card solution. SpeedEdge connectors are available in vertical and right-angle configurations. Customers also demand smaller and smaller module sizes, so the SpeedMezz connector family offers 22 to 82 circuits in a small form factor and is designed to scale to accommodate more circuits.

Features and Benefits

SMT Solder Tail with Leaded Solder Paste Solder Studs

Excellent signal integrity when press fit

Multiple circuit sizes: 22, 60 and 82

Provides high-density signal solutions with flexible pin counts

SpeedEdge longer, steeper lead-in square

Improve compatibility with edge cards

Accommodates blunt PCBs

SpeedCable Cable Assemblies

Provides a complete cabling solution for the connection between two points

more economical than copper

Terminates to SpeedStack, SpeedEdge or SpeedField connectors

Sockets share the same footprint

Ability to secure edge cards for easy replacement from one connector line to another without redesigning the PCB SpeedStack, providing design flexibility

Securely secures the edge card, giving system designers another connectivity option

Remove the SpeedField's universal ground bar

Allows additional spare pin area for low speed or low power consumption

SpeedFlex Components

Adapt to low stack height requirements

Flexible styles for complex design needs

Can be terminated to SpeedStack, SpeedEdge or SpeedField connectors

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