FunctionMAX FX10 0.5 mm high-speed 15+Gbit/s SMT board to board stacking connectors designed to meet requirements of the industrial market with maximum functionality. The FunctionMAX FX10 connector provides an electrical interface for the OIF 100G Long-Haul DWDM Transmission Module (MSA-100GLH). These FX10 stacking connectors feature a ground plate that fits on both sides of the header and receptacle connector enhancing grounding capability and improving signal transmission. The grounding plate also incorporates SMT terminals that mount directly on to the PCB. Metal mounting fittings at either end of the connector help to increase PCB retention and provide extra solder weld strength. These metal fittings are connected to the ground plate for a stronger ground. The signal and ground contacts of these FX10 0.5 mm stacking connectors are arranged in a 10:1 ratio which stabilises the grounding and reduces crosstalk. Versions of these FX10 0.5 mm stacking connectors are also available with guideposts that help secure the connector to the PCB.

Excellent grounding performance and electrical performance
High speed performance 15+Gbit/s
Compact 0.5 mm pitch ideal for use in high density applications
Ground plate on both sides of connector for improved transmission efficiency between boards
10:1 signal to ground ratio for stabilised grounding and reduction in crosstalk
Metal fittings for increased PCB retention
Guideposts for accurate PCB alignment and retention
Stacking height of 4mm to 8mm

The compact 0.5 mm pitch makes these FunctionMAX FX10 stacking connectors ideal for use in high density PCB applications. Other applications include: medical equipment, industrial controllers, industrial motors, servers, measurement equipment, smart meters, Base Station Transceivers and PLCs

FunctionMAX board to board connectors are designed to meet the needs of advancing technologies within the industrial market and offer high performance and maximum functionality. The FunctionMAX range includes connectors with a floating design and connectors with a high-speed transmission rate. The high transmission connectors have a design based on a differential transmission system and offer high-speed signals and excellent resistance to noise. The FunctionMAX range of board to board connectors offer superior performance in diverse environments.