Providing the high-speed digital testing industry’s only vertical PCB launch configuration, Molex’s innovative Precision 2.4mm Compression-Mount Test Connectors optimize design flexibility and reduce installation time while achieving 50 GHz analog performance or over 20 Gbps digital signals Realize improved testing capability with Molex’s Precision 2.4mm CompressionMount Test Connectors. Designed with a vertical launch configuration and a unique compression-mount design, customers can create test points virtually anywhere on the PCB, enabling unparalleled design flexibility. The Precision 2.4mm Compression-Mount Test Connectors mate to 2.4mm male (plug) connectors, available on the customer’s test equipment cable end. The Precision 2.4mm Compression-Mount Test Connectors are an extension of the Precision Optimized SMA Test Connectors (Series 73251). Features Benefits Vertical PCB launch configuration Can be located anywhere on the PCB for increased PCB density Unique compression-mount design using two 0-80 UNF screws Reduces installation time by eliminating soldering from the process. Accommodates a wide range of board thicknesses including 0.57 to 2.79mm; more options available upon request. Provides a continuous ground connection between the connector and PCB Capable of handling 50 GHz analog signals Provides high-bandwidth performance for high-speed (over 20 Gbps digital signals) digital test boards 2.4mm mating interface Compatible with network analyzer cables Integrated center pin design Capable of 1.2:1 VSWR at 50 GHz. The interface dimensions are optimized after installing on the PCB. Provides low reflections for accurate measurements Stainless-steel body Durable housing to withstand over 500 mating cycles Markets and APPLICATIONS • Datacommunication and Telecommunication Applications – Test and Characterization Boards – Reference Backplanes – High-speed Backplanes • Test and Measurement Equipment • Chip Manufacturers Reference Backplane Precision Test Connectors 2.4mm Compression-Mount 73387 2 .4mm Vertical Compression-Mount Test Connectors, 50 GHz Precision Test Connectors 2.4mm Vertical Compression-Mount Additional Product Features • Innovative design includes two 0-80 UNF screws for mounting the receptacle to the PCB, eliminating soldering Mounting method illustration depicting two 0-80 UNF screws for mounting the receptacle to the PCB, eliminating soldering Precision Test Connectors 2.4mm Compression-Mount 73387 2 .4mm Vertical Compression-Mount Test Connectors, 50 GHz Actual launch pad on which the connector mounts SPECIFICATIONS Reference Information Packaging: Tray Mates With: 2.4mm Male Plug (not sold by Molex) Designed In: Millimeters RoHS: Yes Halogen Free: Yes Electrical Contact Resistance: Center Contact — ≤3 mΩ Outer Contact — ≤2 mΩ Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 500V RMS Insulation Resistance: 5,000 Megohms Voltage Standing Wave Ratio: DC to 26.5 GHz — 1.10 max. 26.5 to 40 GHz — 1.15 max. 40 to 50 GHz — 1.20 max. RF Leakage: ≤-100dB RF Insertion Loss: 0.03 x √f (GHz) dB max. Mechanical Mating Force: .23N meters max. Durability (min.): 500 cycles Physical Housing: Stainless Steel Contact: Beryllium Copper Plating: Center Contact — Gold (Au) Under Plating — Nickel (Ni) PCB Thickness: 0.57 to 2.79mm = standard; more options available upon request Operating Temperature: 0 to +165 °C ORdering Information Mounting Screw Length Order No. 4.76mm 73387-0020 6.35mm 73387-0021 None 73387-0022 www.molex.com/link/precision.html Literature Order No. 987650-7341 Printed in USA/KC/2012.04 © 2012, Molex