Backwards Compatibility and Reliable Electrical Performance with Z-PACK HM-ZD

The TE Connectivity Z-PACK HM-ZD series has been adopted by multiple design standards such as PXI Systems Alliance and AdvancedTCA allowing for ease of use in multiple applications. With data rates up to 56 GBPS and a backwards compatible interface with previous versions of the HM-ZD family, TE Data and Devices provides a clear path to system upgrades and next-generation applications including data center, telecommunications, medical devices, test/measurement, industrial automation, and transportation connectivity.

As the demand for high-performance connectivity solutions continues to rise across various industries,  TE Connectivity's Z-PACK HM-ZD connectors have emerged as a prominent choice for engineers and manufacturers seeking reliability, durability, and versatility in their designs. One of the key market trends driving the adoption of HM-ZD connectors is the increasing emphasis on ruggedness and reliability in harsh environments. Industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial automation require connectors that can withstand extreme conditions, including vibration, shock, moisture, and temperature variations.

Z-PACK HM-ZD Connectors

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TE Connectivity’s Z-PACK HM-ZD Connector Portfolio provides data rates of up to 56 Gbp/s while retaining backwards compatibility with previous versions of the HM-ZD family to easier upgrades in the field. Designed for AdvancedTCA (ATCA) next-generation applications including options for traditional and co-planar architectures, the Z-PACK HM-ZD product family is well suited for data center applications including servers and routers, as well as test/measurement, medical imaging devices and industrial automation.

Product Features
  • Backwards compatibility allows for field data rate upgrades using Z-PACK HM-eZD++ receptacles plugged into existing Z-PACK HM-ZD headers.
  • Multiple data rate options available with Z-PACK HM-ZD (12.5Gbps), HM-ZD+ (15Gbp/s), HM-eZD+ (20-25Gbp/s), and HM-eZD++ (56Gbp/s (PAM4) and 32 Gbp/s (NRZ)).
  • Compliant with ATCA and provides a variety of tradition and co-planar options.
  • Global design and engineering support ensures a variety of products and custom options available.