Tracewell Systems

Features

• Fits within standard 6U aperture
  
• Hot swap compatible per PICMG 2.1
  
• P3 and P5 ‘AB’ connector shrouds eliminate bent pins
  
• 8 layer all-stripline, SMT/ press-fit assembly
  
• Matched clock lines and ground guarding
  
• Universal I/O for +3.3V or +5.0V
• System header for PRST#, DEG#, FAL#, and remote sense
  
• Flexible power using screw terminals and ATX connections
  
• Fully compliant to PICMG 2.0 R2.1

Tracewell Systems has combined our extensive experience in standard architecture backplanes and high-frequency telecommunications design. The result is a line of high-performance backplanes for CompactPCI that meet the needs of a wide range of industrial, data and telecommunication applications. By utilizing the latest in design and manufacturing technology, Tracewell Systems provides a unique combination of performance, quality and value to its CompactPCI customers.

Tracewell Systems 6U CompactPCI backplanes provide a 64-bit CompactPCI bus and hot-swap compatibility. The 8-layer design is fully optimized for signal and power distribution and uniform impedance. Matched clock lines minimize skew while ground guarding reduces line-to-line crosstalk. A right-justified system slot is available allowing use of all slots even with multi-slot CPU boards. Left-justified versions are also available. Power terminals are positioned adjacent to the system slot to provide more efficient power distribution and wiring. This orientation allows a 6U overall board height while providing full access for rear plugging boards. Power connections utilize a combination of ATX and high current power taps to support a wide range of power harness configurations. A 14-position system header also provides access to PRST#, DEG#, FAL# signals, as well as logic return and remote sense. To help eliminate the problem of bent pins during installation of rear I/O boards, type-AB shrouds are installed on both P3 and P5 in all slots. Other conveniences include two auxiliary power connectors for peripherals.

Tracewell Systems 6U CompactPCI backplanes address the needs of high-technology computing applications for today and tomorrow.