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The CHAMP Z-Dok ConnectorFind in Catalog system includes two options for systems designers. The fiirst option is the Z-Dok connector, which provides the following features:
  1. Robust, blind-mateable, high-speed docking connector
  2. Data rates up to 6.250 Gb/s (Double XAUI speeds)
  3. Differential pair, 100 ohm, low cross talk
  4. Available with and without sensing contacts
  5. Position sizes form 8 to 72 differential pair in increments of 8 differential pair modules
  6. Unique Tri-Q contact system that provides a 2 to 1 signal to ground ratio for maintaining superior signal integrity

The second option is the CHAMP Z-Dok+, which includes a high-speed section with the same features as standard Z-Dok and adds up to 3 "Utility" modules to each side of the connector. Each “Utility” module provides flexibility for sytems designers to include power, ground, ESD and sensing functions to I/O adapter cards and docking applications.

The Z-Dok+ Connector System can be provided in the same position sizes as the standard Z-Dok (8 to 72 differential pair). The Utility modules can be added to either side of the high-speed section with a maximum of three (3) on each side. This arrangement will provide a total of six (6) positions for the power, ground, ESD and sensing funtions. Four different length contacts can be loaded into the “Utility” modules to provide the ultimate desgin flexibility.


Features Z-Dok
  • Data rates up to 6.25 Gbps
  • Familiar robust blindmate design derived from CHAMP .050 Series connector family
  • Maximizes data throughput while minimizing pair to pair crosstalk and impendance discontinuities
  • Available in size increments of 8 differential pairs with 40 to 64 pair standard
  • Sequenced mating of ESD, ground and signal circuits to insure proper initialization of the mating cards
  • Unique ESD contact system to insure dissipation of ESD in a make first break last mating sequence
  • Available with an alternate sensing contact in the blindmate guides, which makes last and breaks first


Features Z-Dok+
  • The CHAMP Z-Dok+ is the latest addition to the Docking CHAMP connector family
  • Includes high-speed and Utility contacts in one connector
  • Operating bandwidth up to 6.25 Gb/s
  • Robust 4 row, Blindmate design
  • Utilizes Tri-Q differential pair contact system providing 2 to 1 signal to ground ratio
  • Uniform 100 ohm impedance with less than 3% cross talk
  • Available in 8 pair increments from 8 to 72 pair
  • Utility contacts can be arranged on either end of the connector
  • Utility contacts are available in 4 lengths to accommodate power, ground, ESD and sensing design requirements



Applications

The Z-Dok and Z-Dok+ connector systems are suitable for use in high speed, co-planar docking applications.

  • Enterprise Switching Equipment
  • High Speed Telecommunications Equipment
  • Mid Range and High End Servers
  • Storage Area Networks
  • High Speed Custom Platforms

Z-Dok's patented Tri-Q contact arrangement is well suited for high speed serial switching architectures and the robust, CHAMP-like design, assures a highly reliable interconnect between host and media adapter cards. Z-Dok can handle escalating data rates without sacrificing line density to achieve higher signal integrity. If I/O flexibility is what you seek, the Z-Dok connector insures the longevity of your packaging scheme.

Z-Dok
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