FPGA system designers have no shortage of FPGA options for their next-gen end market solution. Xilinx continues to expand their UltraScale+ families. Intel PSG/Altera will ramp Arria 10 and Stratix 10 solutions well in to 2018. New FPGA products require a new generation of FPGA development platforms. Thankfully, both the Xilinx and Intel PSG/Altera design partner ecosystems thrive at launching just what the market needs. Several new platforms feature key Samtec interconnect options that … [Read more...]
EMI and You: Why It’s Important
There are few words in an electrical engineer's life that make them cringe more than EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). From noise on the lines to crippling entire infrastructures, whether large or small, EMI presents a serious problem. As all active electrical systems emit electrical noise, every device is susceptible to the damages of EMI. Since this dilemma is almost inescapable, how does one go about dealing with EMI, and why is it so important that your connectors/cables … [Read more...]
Deep Channel Analysis for High-Speed Interconnect Solutions
The term "deep channel" may rekindle a childhood memory of an unusual swimming location. It may conjure visions of unique music compilations of others. "Deep channel" has a wider application in next-gen high-speed connectors and system design. SI engineers depend on deep channel analysis to push throughput to 56 Gbps and beyond across the entire signal channel. The "Channel" in Deep Channel Analysis In legacy system designs, developers were able to focus on components selection. As long as … [Read more...]
Samtec Rewrites the VITA 42 Story
Everyone loves a good book. From Shakespearean classics to more modern-day masterpieces, a solid story can leave a lasting impression. While the VITA family of standards isn't necessarily a book, it does have a rich history with a large impact. As we learned in a previous blog, standards are always progressing, and, in this case, so is VITA 42. What does that mean to the connector industry, and how has VITA 42 changed with Samtec? To get a solid grasp on these questions and more, let's … [Read more...]
More Than Just Connectors: Samtec’s Interconnect Processing Group
So you've finally found the right connector for your design. With low stack heights, SnPb finish on the tail, and a highly rated normal force, this should solve your signal integrity problems and be the connector/cable of your dreams, right? Well first of all, if you dream about connectors, something may be off. More importantly, interconnect processing may also be involved in fully designing any of Samtec's interconnect solutions into your design. Samtec's Interconnect Processing Group … [Read more...]
Xilinx Features FireFly on VCU118 FPGA Dev Kit
You can do a lot in three minutes. From counting to 180 to making toast, the possibilities are endless. However, our good friend Steve Leibson at Xilinx, encourages you to use your three minutes to take a look at our new video featuring Samtec's FQSFP cable on Xilinx VCU118 FPGA. We couldn't agree more. 28Gbps FireFly Loopback in Action Steve goes on to state in his blog: "Samtec recently posted a 3-minute video demonstrating its FireFly Micro Flyover Cable … [Read more...]
A Vehicle For Insitu Glass Fabric Characterization (EDI CON 2017) – Glass Weave Skew
Glass Weave Skew. For most people it probably sounds like a progressive rock band. But we're talking about Glass Weave Skew and differential signals. Brandon Gore, Senior Staff Signal Integrity Engineer, and the Manager of Samtec's Signal Integrity Group, R&D Hub recently presented "A Vehicle For Insitu Glass Fabric Characterization" at EDI CON USA 2017. The research was completed by Brandon and supported by Scott McMorrow, Samtec’s CTO of Signal Integrity Products. In his … [Read more...]
Connectors Driving Industrial Sensors
In almost any electrical application, you will find hundreds, if not thousands of sensors. Whether they are photoelectric, magnetic, infrared, or retroreflective, all sensors play a crucial part in any automated system. Some applications include tracking, monitoring, communicating, and measuring, all of these taking place simultaneously at rapid rates. As a result, everything from a manufacturing plant to a laboratory becomes much more accurate and efficient. It's easy to see that without … [Read more...]
Connector Selection 101
With so many connectors available there is almost an infinite number of combinations from which to choose. To the untrained eye, many look the same but an experienced engineer will quickly tell you that this is certainly not the case. Connector selection can be a challenge, but do not fear — with just a little knowledge you can find the right solution. All Connectors Are Not Created Equal The #1 consideration when selecting a connector system is the quality level required for your … [Read more...]
Multiple Connector Alignment On Mating PCBs
Design and Processing Engineers frequently contact our Interconnect Processing Group (IPG) to discuss multiple connector alignment issues on mating PCBs. Our standard response is “it’s easy, don't worry about the alignment, and we recommend you use as many mated connector sets as possible.” OK, I’m lying. The first part – that IPG receives a lot of inquiries – is true. The second part – it’s easy – is not 100% true. At times it can be complicated. When using multiple connectors per board, … [Read more...]
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