Here’s a list of the top 10 connector blogs (i.e., the most-read Samtec blogs) of the last 12 months or so. Several of these were written a few years ago but are still very popular; I think of them as the blog equivalent of Dark Side of the Moon. 1. The Legacies of Sam Shine: Sam Shine, the founder of Samtec, passed away this year. Although he hasn’t been involved with the running of the company for the last 25 years or so, his impact on Samtec and the electronics industry was huge. … [Read more...]
Samples Are Vital
When Samtec was founded by Sam Shine back in 1976, the concept of service was at the very heart of the company. Whether it was quick delivery or easy access to samples, Sam was determined to give his customers the best possible experience. That idea of service still underpins every aspect of Samtec today. Selecting connectors is a tricky job simply due to the variety of products on offer. The modern design engineer faces a monumental task when choosing the right part. … [Read more...]
Star Wars: The Rise of . . . Samtec? Sure, why not?
For many around the world today, forty-plus years of pop culture reaches a climactic end. For those living under a rock, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker opens in theaters globally. Star Wars geeks of all ages are thinking, "What's happening with Palpatine and Kylo? Will they both survive? Who are Rey's parents? Where is Baby Yoda and Mando?" Gotcha! I just wanted to make sure you are awake. While I doubt we will see Mando and Baby Yoda on the big screen this weekend, I am sure we … [Read more...]
Embedded Optical Development Platform For FMC+
This video from Super Computing 2019 (SC19) showcases a new embedded optical development platform and reference design. This new solution combines the latest FPGA solutions from REFLEX CES with the FireFly™ Micro Flyover System® from Samtec. Matt Burns, Technical Marketing Manager from Samtec, walks us through the demonstration. One part of this new platform is the Sargon Stratix® 10 FPGA FMC+ Instant Development Kit from REFLEX CES. The Sargon platform provides FPGA developers the … [Read more...]
Thermal Modeling for Systems
Long gone are the days of simply selling a part, pins in plastic if you will. Between environmental standards, qualification testing, UL ratings, and thermal models; customers have come to expect information about the products they purchase as well. Thermal modeling is one of the many capabilities that Samtec has added, and is utilized during the design process for its products as well as assisting its customers in the design of their systems. What Factors Affect Thermal … [Read more...]
Chassis-to-Chassis, Mid-Board Connectivity Via 5 Meter Cable Backplane
A popular demonstration at Super Computing 2019 (SC19) was a collaboration between Samtec and eSilicon that emulates next generation data center architectures for typical 19 inch rack-mount applications. In the video above, Ralph Page, Systems Architect at Samtec, walks us through this chassis-to-chassis demonstration that shows mid-board connectivity via a five meter cable backplane architecture. It utilizes Samtec Flyover® to extend signal reach and density to achieve these next gen … [Read more...]
56 Gbps PAM4 Connector Product Demonstration
In the video above Ralph Page, Systems Architect at Samtec, walks us through a live product demonstration that received a lot of attention at Super Computing 2019. Ralph discusses several Samtec 56 Gbps PAM4 connector solutions and shares some incredible results. The system can also run up to 28 Gbps NRZ. This is a fully-packaged system that populates signal paths using real-world signal integrity design practices. It demonstrates up to 56 Gbps PAM4 signaling, utilizing Samtec Flyover® … [Read more...]
Samtec Releases New Interconnect Evaluation and Development Kits
FireFly™, ExaMAX® and Bulls Eye®, oh my! So, obviously, that is one geek's riff on a popular song in The Wizard of Oz. Dorothy, Scarecrow and Tinman were anxious for what came next on their walk down the Yellow Brick Road. Similarly, Samtec engineering customers are also anxious and excited. For what? Samtec's latest evaluation and development kits. Who wouldn't be anxious and excited? Samtec has released a number of new kits. These include solutions for RF test point systems, optical … [Read more...]
How To Design An Edge Card Connector For Rugged Applications
Edge card connectors -- or are they card edge connectors? -- are a popular design option. That's because they make it easy to plug and unplug a mating card that may require more cycling than standard PCBs, and because the socket allows for relatively easy system upgrades and repairs, and there’s less cost with only one connector, and less processing time also. Interest and usage of micro pitch edge card connectors continues to grow. As with any micro-pitch interconnect, the stresses of … [Read more...]
The Effects Of Lubrication On Connector Processing
Decisions, Decisions ... I may be in the market for a new car in the near future. Unless you’ve got a strong preference (and most car buyers DO have a strong preference, IMO), choosing a vehicle is a series of trade-offs. Fuel efficiency vs. horsepower. Functionality vs. appearance. Safety vs. fun. Cost vs. a heated steering wheel and seats. Choosing the right connector set for many EOEM applications is also full of trade-offs, including pitch, termination type, plating, and contact … [Read more...]
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