10168619-A0050LF

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The Amphenol ICC (FCI) part number 10168619-A0050LF is an edgeboard connector designed for high-speed data transmission. It functions as a transition interface, converting one PCIe Gen5 CEM X16 receptacle to two MCIO X8 connectors. This configuration supports the electrical and mechanical requirements of next-generation server architectures requiring expanded I/O bandwidth.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Facilitates signal routing from a single PCIe Gen5 CEM X16 slot to dual MCIO X8 outputs
• Supports high-bandwidth data transfer protocols required for modern accelerator cards

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• High-performance computing server backplanes
• AI and GPU accelerator card interconnects
• Data center infrastructure expansion units

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific suffix 'A0050' matches the required pinout and mechanical tolerance for your design. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the manufacturer's current documentation. Ensure compatibility with the mating MCIO X8 devices before finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a system architecture requires splitting a primary PCIe Gen5 X16 link into two independent MCIO X8 channels. Evaluate thermal management capabilities and mechanical stability within the chassis environment. Compare against alternative breakout solutions to ensure optimal signal integrity and form factor constraints are met.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This component belongs to the Edgeboard Connectors category from Amphenol ICC (FCI). The product line focuses on providing robust interconnect solutions for high-density electronic assemblies. It addresses the growing demand for flexible I/O configurations in enterprise-grade hardware systems.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Verify if the variant 10168619-A0070LF serves as a functional alternative based on specific mechanical or electrical requirements.