Samtec mPower Ultra Micro Power System

Samtec mPower Ultra Micro Power System connectors are important for delivering high-current power connections in compact board-to-board, cable-to-board, and cable-to-cable designs. The system features a 2mm pitch, supports 2 to 10 positions, and offers vertical or right-angle orientations with stack heights from 5mm to 20mm. The mPower ultra micro power system provides up to 18A per blade and uses copper alloy contacts with tin or gold plating options. Typical applications include automotive, defense, medical, and industrial.

Features

• Board-to-board, cable-to-board, and cable-to-cable connectivity
• Choice of 2 to 10 positions
• Gold or tin plated power blades
• Right-angle and vertical orientations
• Severe environment testing qualified

Applications

• Aerospace and defense systems
• Automotive electronics
• High-performance computing
• Industrial equipment and automation
• Medical devices
• Power distribution in compact systems
• Telecommunications and networking

Technical Specifications

Video

This TTI Tech Specs video for Samtec mPower Ultra Micro Power System explains that they feature power blade interconnects that can carry up to 18A per power blade and are available with 2 to 10 positions on a 2mm pitch. 

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Video Transcript

Samtec’s mPower Ultra Micro Power System is like an electronics ninja: you’d hardly notice them in a design, but they certainly pack a punch and they’re flexible, with options for board-to-board, cable-to-board, and cable-to-cable applications.  The connectors can carry up to 18A per power blade and is available with 2 to 10 positions on a 2mm pitch. This provides 2.2mm of creepage and 1.65mm of clearance, but this can be increased by selectively loading contacts.  The system offers 5mm to 20mm stack heights and includes vertical and right-angle options to address new and existing applications. Discrete wire assemblies feature a plastic top latch or metal side latches for secure retention, while headers are offered with optional weld tabs. Select products are available in automotive versions and qualified to Samtec’s severe environment testing, ensuring reliable connectivity in harsh environments.

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