Embedded Solutions
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Construction and Reliability
PMC-UNIV-TEST is constructed out of 0.062 inch thick high temp RoHS compliant FR4
material.
Surface mounted components are used. The connectors are SMT for the PMC bus and
through hole for the testpoints and IO.
The PMC Module connectors are keyed and shrouded with Gold plated pins on both
plugs and receptacles. They are rated at 1 Amp per pin, 200 insertion cycles minimum.
These connectors make consistent, correct insertion easy and reliable. With careful
installation the connectors will last longer and jambing on will result in a shorter lifespan.
The PMC Module is secured against the carrier with the PMC connectors. It is
recommended, for enhanced security, that the PMC mounting screws are installed. The
screws and stand-off’s are supplied with the PMC from the OEM. Dynamic Engineering
has screws, standoffs, blank bezels and other PMC hardware available at a reasonable
cost if your PMC was not shipped with some of the required attachment hardware or if it
has been misplaced.
Thermal Considerations
If the PMC installed has a large heat dissipation; forced air cooling is recommended.
Since the PMC is vertical and the lid is off the box, standard air-flow may need to be
enhanced.
