“Direct-power has become increasingly critical because of the need for higher system speeds and more cost-effective solutions. OEM designers are challenged with space and board-routing constraints and, specifically, how best to bring power to line cards,” states Rich Benson, new product development manager, Molex. “The innovative orthogonal style EXTreme OrthoPower connector mounts to a dedicated power card to route power directly to each line card.”
A first-to-market direct-power orthogonal configuration, the Molex EXTreme OrthoPower system reduces cost by eliminating power routing through a separate orthogonal backplane connector. The EXTreme OrthoPower connector features validated power contacts and a robust guidance system for proper mechanical alignment during mating. Packaged in a rugged orthogonal style housing the EXTreme OrthoPower system is based on other proven Molex power connectors, including the EXTreme LPHPower™ and EXTreme Ten60Power™ systems.
“By reducing the number of components for power routing requirements the direct-power orthogonal architecture incorporates a cost-cutting angle, while solving a design conundrum for OEMs who need higher power in a compact package,” adds Benson.