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TR Multicoax Series | Equal Trace
Description
TR Multicoax Equal Trace delivers superior signal integrity from multiple
high speed channels in an arc footprint making it ideal for applications
where equal and short trace lengths are imperative for performancetuning. In these cases, TR can help to minimize needing to create
serpentine trace routing map patterns to achieve a specific overall length.
This helps to ensure signals reach their destination at the same time in dataand clock routing for peak performance. The tight pitch of TR Multicoax
gets the connector closer to the device to reduce signal loss.

High qualityconnectors(SMA, 2.92 mm,1.85 mm)

Key Benefits• OIF IC-TROSA Standard compliant• Superior signal integrity to 70 GHz+• Helps mitigate the need for cumbersome serpentine trace routing• Allows for shorter trace lengths to reduce signal loss
• Better long term repeatability of connector performance• Solderless system eliminates signal distortion for clean signal integrityy• Quick connection of multiple signals to PCB• Reusable across programs for exponential cost savings.086” durable
braided coax
cablesApplications
The TR Multicoax Series product line is also ideal
for use in:› Communications• IC TOSA/ROSA/TROSA• OIF Standard ICs• Optical Connector Breakout Boards(OSFP, QSFP, QSFP-DD)› Semiconductor Design & Test
• Customer IC Evaluation Boards• Mobile Chipsets• High Speed SerDes› Automated Test & Measurement› Medical› Custom Applications

Specifications subject to change without notice
US Patent Numbers 6,787,709, 6,909,056, 7,126,062, 7,556,503, 8,926,342.
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Compression mounts
to PCB quicklyand easily

Arc design eliminates need for
cumbersome serpentine tracerouting

Multiple high speed
signals in dense
footprint ( 3.60 mm signalto signal)

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TR Multicoax Series | Equal Trace
Specifications
Electrical Specifications

Mechanical Specifications

Frequency Range

DC to 70 GHz

Pitch

3.60 mm

Less than -15 dB to 67 GHz

Cables.086” diameter cables3-1.5 dB through 40 GHz, -3 dB through 70 GHz

Connectors

SMA, SMK (2.92 mm), or V (1.85 mm)

Crosstalk-70 dB through 70 GHz

Cable Length6”/ 152 mm, 12”/ 304 mm, 24”/ 608 mm

Impedance150 Ω +/- 2.5 ΩInsertion Life

1,000+ mating cycles

Phase Matching+/- 2 ps standard

Field Replaceable Interface

Yes

Footprint

Microstrip & Stripline compatible

Return Loss

1Insertion Loss2

Notes: 1Largely a function of PCB design. 2Measurement includes ” of cable.
3
Consult factory for additional cable options.

Measurment Data
64.7

Footprint

Note: Measurement includes TR70 Equal Trace with 6 Inches of 086 Cable, 1.85 mm Male
Connector, and TR Interface

3.60
CABLE PITCH

Insertion Loss0-0.5-1-1.5dB-2-2.5
S21-3-3.5

26.1-4-4.5-505101520253035

40455055

6065

GHzReturn Loss
0-5-10dB

1.50
CHANNEL PITCH-200.50
PAD PITCHOIF-ICTROSA-00.04
Specification-15-25

S11-30

S22-35-40-45-50
05

1015

2025303540455055

6065

GHz

Specifications subject to change without notice
US Patent Numbers 6,787,709, 6,909,056, 7,126,062, 7,556,503, 8,926,342.
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TR Multicoax Series | Equal Trace
Ordering Information
Frequency (GHz)

Equal Trace

Mounting Option# of channels (Form Factor)

Pitch (mm) Cable Length & Connector Type20, 40, 70ET

Straight Mount (SM)

16 (16X1)

3.60 mm

2.92 mm Male or6” (06), 12” (12), 24” (24)Female (KM or KF
1.85 mm Male orFemale (VM or VF)

For custom applications please consult factory

Example Part Number:
TR70-ET-SM-16X1-3.60-06VF

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• Reusable across programs promotes exponential
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reliability and density• Rapid connection to PCB - No threading or tools
required

CA SeriesTM - Connectors & Interposers• 32 Gbps+• Area array to 0.4mm pitch• Compression mount & solderless• Pure vertical interface – no offset required• Ideal for high shock and vibration/extreme
temperatures applications

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For questions
please contact us:
Phone: (603)474-1760
E-mail: info@ardentconcepts.com
Ardent Concepts, Inc.
4 Merrill Industrial Drive
Hampton, NH 03874
Sales: sales@ardentconcepts.com
Technical: support@ardentconcepts.com

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Specifications subject to change without notice
US Patent Numbers 6,787,709, 6,909,056, 7,126,062, 7,556,503, 8,926,342.
© Ardent Concepts 2018 Revision 10/2018