MXC®

Rosenberger’s new EBC® (Efficient Board Connector) series is the ideal 5G board-to-board and board-to-module RF interconnect solution for active MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) antennas and radios. Outstanding performance, low cost design and high mechanical stability make EBC® the perfect future-proof product for 5G radio interconnections. For applications up to 8 GHz, EBC® connectors fulfill the challenging requirements caused by the exponential data volumes increases in future 5G networks. Essential characteristics include extremely small dimensions, radial and axial misalignments, different holding forces, minimum board-to-board distances, and fast and cost-effective assembly design. A key mechanical design feature is the locating side which is integrated in the bullet. One side has a smooth bore, while the other has a limited-detent design. The single PCB coupler provides a consistent footprint with preloaded outer contacts for ensuring contact optimization, the push/snap-on locking mechanism allows fast and easy disconnection.

Constantly increasing bandwidth requirements in all areas of communication and computing are placing ever greater demands on networking I/O equipment. Current edge-mount copper or fiber interfaces are at their limits even over the short distances on the PCB. Embedded parallel optics have become the solution of choice to meet these demands. High-performance routers, switches and computers have already been utilizing this technology for a decade. Parallel optic solutions are currently used in a wide range of applications: in links between nodes of supercomputers, switches in international Internet gateways as well as in data centers and central offices. Embedded opto-electrical modules and optical engines utilize parallel-optics transmitter and receiver arrays. For optimum signal integrity, thermal management, I/O consolidation and EMI/ESD, the opto-electrical modules are directly mounted close to the processors at the PCB. Parallel-optic links can complement electronic signalling in parallel lanes such as XAUI and PCIe. Using PRIZM® Light Turn®, it is possible to implement a passive plug connection between the opto-electrical modules and the fiber optic network.

PerCONNECT® EcoFlex’IT™ is the next step on from PerCONNECT®, with active components and an innovative overall concept which focuses on efficient and flexible and find its application in new and existing network installations. A central element in this complete system is the Active Consolidation Point (ACP), which is integrated in the backbone with fiber optics and is distributed in the close tertiary area (max. 20 m) on copper trunks or patch cables. PerCONNECT® EcoFlex’IT™ is a ring configuration which is redundantly designed as an FTTACP (fiber to the active consolidation point). By installing the ACPs in raised floors, ceilings or walls, the cabling system can be integrated in any work environment without the need for additional space, can be taken out again at any time, is easy to move and is flexibly upgradeable.

Rosenberger offers a complete range of 50Ω coaxial cables from 1/4" to 1 5/8". The feeders provide best in-class electrical and mechanical performance: Low attenuation Low VSWR/RL CPR-rated Complete EMI shielding to minimize system interference Outstanding PIM performance High-power rating The cable construction is similar for all cable sizes: Inner conductor, foam dielectric, outer conductor and outer jacket. The cables are available as standard with either a PE jacket for outdoor installations or in a flame retardant and halogen-free version to comply with indoor requirements for health and safety, IEC 60332 and CPR-EN 50575.