Designed for Strength and Stability
Our express mini card sockets and display mini card sockets address interconnect requirements for expansion cards. The product portfolio consists of right angle, surface mount sockets with 52 contacts (for express mini card) or 76 contacts (for display mini card). Latches are available for selected heights. The design meets the PCI-SIG industry standard for high speed data transmission.
Product Features
Mini PCI Express and Mini SATA Connectors
- Express mini card sockets are available in heights from 10.6mm to 9.9mm
- Capable of withstanding 50G mechanical shock testing
- Contact manufacturing method creates a contact with more stable normal force than other methods
- Connectors meet PCI-SIG industry standard
Select Applications
Mini PCI Express and Mini SATA Connectors
- Notebook
- Desktop
- Mobile devices
- Wireless communication equipment
52
Number of contacts for the express mini card
76
Number of contacts for the display mini card
The cards are added on boards across server, desktop, consumer devices, and notebook platforms. The product portfolio consists of right angle, surface mount sockets with 52 contacts (for express mini card) or 76 contacts (for display mini card). Latches are available for selected heights. The design meets the PCI-SIG industry standard for high speed data transmission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will express mini card connectors replace existing mini PCI connectors?
A: The trend will be to move toward express mini card, but mini PCI will still be used for some time.
Q: Is a latch required when using this connector?
A: TE does offer latches for the 4mm and 7mm connectors, but many customers manufacture their own standoffs.
