ERNI (Richmond, VA) has developed a high-speed differential hard metric connector system that enables data rates of 20 Gb+ with excellent crosstalk behavior. The ZDplus connector combines an optimal signal routing configuration with the press-fit termination of a female connector option to allow for a better layout on daughter cards. The ZDplus hard metric connector also features:

• A robust construction and backward compatibility.
• Availability with 40 differential pairs per linear inch.
• Low noise, dual-beam, leaf contacts.
• 1 ground blade for every signal pair, with a 2.5 mm pitch from wafer-to-wafer.
• An in-line ground arrangement at termination and grounding shield, which allows for improved pre-alignment guide and polarizing features via 4 rigid blades in all modules.

For more information visit www.erni.com or email info@erni.com.