Connection Systems Gold Dot Connection Systems
Connection Systems Gold Dot speed, density and reliability Delphi Connection Systems has the solution for emerging interconnect requirements of speed and high reliability. If your design goals include an interconnection application requiring up to 200 contacts per linear inch at speeds of 2.5 GHz or higher, or board stacking height restrictions down to 0.8 mm, Delphi s Gold Dot can help meet your needs. The Gold Dot flexible printed circuit is the principle building block for a superior connection system. Two unique features of this interconnect system are: 1) precisely controlled additive circuit traces for signal integrity 2) shaped planar contacts for high contact integrity. Delphi s Gold Dot has millions of circuits in the field supporting high performance environments. With more than 25 years of demonstrated experience as a major supplier of flex-based connection systems, we provide value through our technology, product performance, quality, reliability and services. The Gold Dot Connection System Product Features High Speed Superior impedance control leads to excellent signal integrity at 2.5 GHz speeds High Density Hundreds of signals per square inch save PCB space Solderless Simple compression contacts require no soldering for high reliability Durability High strength contacts can survive up to thousands of matings and dematings Versatility Directly intermates with plated through-hole on printed circuit boards Achieved Telcordia Compliance Telcordia (Bellcore GR-1217-CORE) compliant for telecom and harsh environment applications Gold Dot Interconnect Families Jumper Flexible interconnect between two PCBs Gold Dot technology is used to simplify interconnects between printed circuit boards (PCBs). Four different board-to-board interconnect configurations are available.
Shaped Contacts The Gold Dot contact is a shaped copper bump, created in 3D with signal traces for robustness and precision. The bump is then plated with gold or other precious metals. The gold dots are aligned and compressed against simple contact pads on the PCB to create the interconnect. The Flex Extreme signal speed and affordable customization are made possible by Delphi Connection Systems bumped flex manufacturing process. Precise, additively-plated flex circuit traces carry signals to the shaped Gold Dot contacts with exceptional fidelity. Backplane Right angle interconnects between two PCBs Mezzanine Connects PCBs that are stacked Mini Mezzanine Low profile, compression-based, z-axis connector
Typical Performance Characteristics Rated Current per Dot Dielectric Strength Insulation Resistance Contact Resistance Characteristic Impedance Operating Frequency Cross Talk 1 amp max.* 500-700 VAC 500 VDS < 10 mω 50Ω ±10% (single ended) 100Ω ±10% (differential) Up to 10 Gbits/sec. < 5% @ 62.5 ps T r, within differential pair <.5% @ 62.5 ps T r, pair to pair The Clamp Alignment and compression are provided by the clamping hardware. Reliable electrical connections are made by pressuring the Gold Dot flex with compliant, heat-resistant elastomer that conforms to irregularities and maintains contact forces for thousands of hours. Delphi Connection Systems uses only highly stable elastomers with low compression set to help ensure that the force applied stays on the dots. Capacitance Contact Force Vibration Mechanical Shock Operating Temperature Mating Surface < 3 pf/in 40 to 50 grams per contact 10 G max. peak, 10 to 500 Hz 30 G, 294 m/s 2 peak acceleration, 11 ms duration -40 C to +125 C (or higher) continuous Immersion gold, hard gold, solder Please see Gold Dot data sheets on Delphi s website for specific product performance characteristics at www.delphi.com/connect. * At room temperatures on selected lines Cross-sectional view of a typical Gold Dot FLEX CIRCUIT CLAMP DEVICE DIELECTRIC LAYER GROUND LAYER DIELECTRIC LAYER ELASTOMER DIE PAD GOLD DOT SHAPED CONTACT GOLD DOTS PWB IC
High Speed, High Density, Wide Range of Applications Computers and Peripherals Desktops and workstations Mainframes High speed modems Printers, fax machines, copiers and scanners Telecommunications Cellular phones Network switches and routers Communication devices Other portable electronics Instrumentation-Emulation-Testing Up to 10,000 board-to-board controlled impedance lines Backplane interconnection MCM, PCB testing MR head processing, disk drive test interface Flexible and rugged for portable applications Satellites Power generation and signal distribution Satellite antennas and solar arrays Semiconductors Known Good Die test substrate BGA/LGA/IC interconnect socket Burn-in test substrates Interposer between die and test socket Military Avionics Weapon systems Missile umbilical connections Military communication equipment Automotive Engine control computers Instrumentation Emulation Custom Designs Delphi Connection Systems offers a wide range of Gold Dot based custom flexible interconnect solutions. These customized solutions provide rugged connector and circuit construction, compliant pressure contacts, high reliability in harsh environments, high signal density and a solderless, pressure interconnection. For high-speed solutions, Delphi employs SPICE, AnSoft and other numerical solvers. Mechanical systems are verified using linear and non-linear structural/thermal FEA. We support the popular standard file formats such as IGES, DXF, STEP, Parasolid, and most versions of Gerber for easy technical communication with customers and suppliers. For more information on custom designs, please visit our website at www.delphi.com/connect to use our on-line Design Configurator or contact a Delphi Connection Systems application engineer at (949) 660-5701.
Connection Systems Automotive and Transportation Products Mail Code 483.400.301 5725 Delphi Drive Troy, MI 48098-2815 U.S.A. Tel: [1] 248.813.2334 Fax: [1] 248.813.2333 Commercial and Military Products 17150 Von Karman Avenue Irvine, California 92614 U.S.A. Tel: [1] 949.660.5701 Fax: [1] 949.660.5825 Commercial and Medical Products 19200 Asheville Highway P.O. Box 519 Landrum, SC 29356 U.S.A. Tel: [1] 864.457.3824 Fax: [1] 864.457.2535 Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters 514 Chai Chee Lane #02-05/06 Bedok Industrial Estate Singapore 469029 Tel: [65] 6243.5461 Fax: [65] 6243.5462 European Regional Headquarters Reinshagenstrasse 1 42369 Wuppertal Germany Tel: [49] 202.291.2000 Fax: [49] 202.291.2777 South American Regional Headquarters Av. Goiás, 1860 São Caetano do Sul São Paulo 09550-050 Brazil Tel: [55] 11.4234.9491 Fax: [55] 11.4234.9462 www.delphi.com/connect Delphi Connection Systems reserves the right to improve, enhance and modify the design specifications and construction of Delphi products without prior notification. For additional product and engineering information, contact us at [1] 949.660.5701 or visit our website at www.delphi.com/connect. Printed on Recycled Paper. 1999-2003, Delphi. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. DP-03-E-004 Conv702/3W 1002/6mGBS 303/5mGBS