Flex data link ZHDL2/ZHR5 data link and socket range

Flex data link (ZHDL2 series) and socket (ZHR5 series) system is for high-speed and rugged cable-to-board applications where signal integrity matters.

The 0.5 mm pitch system features a rugged latching system with a notch on the flex data link for positive retention and zero insertion force on the pads. Standard weld tabs on the socket provide stable connection to the board.

Available in two standard lengths and wiring options, the typical performance for the differential pair flex data link is up to 9.0 GHz (at 7 dB insertion loss) for a 10 cm length and 4.14 GHz (at 7 dB insertion loss) for a 20 cm length. High-speed I/O protocol standards of SAS, SATA, fibre channel, PCIe, ethernet and infiniband are supported.

The ZIF flex data link and socket are RoHS compliant and available in 20, 30, 40 and 50 positions. Signal contacts on top and ground contacts on the bottom optimise signal integrity and high-speed data transfer.