SCOUT

The SCOUT from MAC Panel is a configurable Mass Interconnect system that provides a PCB or short wire interconnection for your PXI based test system.

Each PXI instrument is attached to a receiver connector module via a Direct Access Kit (DAK) adaptor, providing direct connectivity between the PXI instruments and the SCOUT receiver.

All instruments are easily installed or removed through the front of the receiver, without disturbing the system wiring. DAK adapters utilize standard MAC Panel TITAN Series connector modules, providing a wide variety of contact types: with signal, power, coax, RF and hybrid combinations available. The connection between the PXI instrument and receiver module is accomplished using either printed circuit boards or flex circuits, providing optimum connectivity performance while reducing wiring cost. Where a wired solution is preferred, the DAK adapter provides for a short wire alternative to traditional hinged mass interconnect receiver designs.

TITAN

The TITAN Series from MAC Panel is an ideal general purpose interconnect for VXI, PXI, LXI and GPIB based ATE systems.

With an extensive Mass Interconnect I/O variety and density available, TITAN interfaces are available in 2, 5, 10, 15 and 25 connector module configurations, offering up to 5000 connections.

TITAN Series connector modules are available to suit all I/O requirements including a variety of high density signal and power connectors up to 50 amps. RF connectivity is also available in a variety of options ranging from DC - 40 GHz, including options for twinax and triax.

The TITAN module design allows for a higher density of I/O per connector slot compared to traditional Mass Interconnect systems. For example, the hi-density signal module accommodates up to 200 analog or digital connections in a single connector slot.

Whatever the instrument configuration, TITAN can provide a reliable and cost effective general purpose interface solution.

LIF CONNECTORS

LIF Connectors are Low Insertion Force, pin and socket connectors for use as a more rugged alternative to standard ZIF connectors and drop into the same "footprint".

Connecting and disconnecting the LIF connector is easily achieved using a centrally mounted "half turn" engagement mechanism. Simply rotate the mechanism handle 180 degrees to either engage or disengage the LIF mating halves. Polarizing kits are available to provide each connector used a unique identity.

The pin and socket contacts used in the LIF connector provide excellent and consistent electrical characteristics. The robust design of the contacts yield an operational specification of over 50,000 mating cycles.

LIF is particularly suited to applications that require frequent connects/disconnects or for projects that require very long term in service reliability, for example the aerospace or defense support programs

A variety of standard back shells are available from MAC Panel. We can also design and manufacture custom back shells, or mounting hardware to suit specific application requirements.

LIF is available in 96, 156 and 260 contacts configurations.