2170822121

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The Molex 2170822121 is a Mini Cool Edge (MCIO) vertical card edge receptacle designed for high-speed data transmission. It features 74 circuits and supports PCI Express Gen 5 standards with a data rate of 32.0 Gbps. The connector utilizes dual-side card edge termination with a 1.57 mm height. Electrical specifications include a maximum current of 1.1 A per contact and a voltage rating of 30 V AC (RMS)/DC. The contacts are gold-plated at 0.75 µm, while the shell features nickel plating at 1.27 µm. The housing is black high-temperature thermoplastic, and it includes anti-reverse tabs for secure orientation.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Supports PCI Express Gen 5 high-speed data protocols
• Vertical surface mount configuration with dual-side card edge termination
• Integrated anti-reverse tabs to ensure correct mating orientation
• Gold-plated contacts for reliable signal integrity

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Data center interconnects
• Storage rack systems
• Server backplanes
• Edge computing hardware
• Storage controllers

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific part number matches the required circuit count and plating thickness. Confirm compatibility with the target PCB stack-up and mating card dimensions. Ensure that the vertical orientation and anti-reverse tab design align with the mechanical constraints of the enclosure. Check for any specific handling requirements due to the precision nature of high-speed connectors.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring PCI Express Gen 5 performance levels. Consider the 74-circuit capacity and dual-side termination for density requirements. Evaluate the vertical form factor against available board space. Ensure that the mating card interface supports the specified contact geometry and plating specifications for optimal electrical performance.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This component belongs to the Mini Cool Edge (MCIO) series by Molex, which is engineered for high-density, high-speed I/O applications. The series addresses the growing bandwidth demands of modern data infrastructure. MCIO connectors provide a compact solution for next-generation server and storage architectures, enabling efficient thermal management and signal integrity in constrained environments.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

No public confirmed substitute part numbers are available in the provided documentation.