Connectors mirror most high-speed backplane connectors for easy implementation

TE Connectivity’s STRADA Whisper backplane family, stocked by Farnell element14, was designed with the end customer’s need for high-performing, high-bandwidth systems in mind. Its design transfers data at blinding speeds of 25Gbps and offers unparalleled scalability up to 56Gbps - allowing efficient future system upgrades without costly backplane or midplane redesigns. The product family operates with extremely low noise, low insertion loss and little to no skew—all of which provide system architects with design flexibility and high design margin. Specific versions are available for 100ohm and 85ohm applications so you don’t have to compromise on impedance discontinuities. Mechanically, the connector family mirrors most high-speed backplane connectors in the market for easy implementation. It differentiates itself through folded signal pins surrounded by strong, protective C-shaped shields, which make the product family one of the most robust offerings in the market. Additionally, the connector footprint keeps crosstalk down and the overall connector design uses latest eye-of-needle technology. To ensure smooth transitions from 10Gbps to 25Gbps systems using the connector, the company can assign a team of experts to help develop a solution that fits right into your architecture.