The increasing complexity of next-generation high speed systems is pushing the limits of traditional interconnect technologies. As 5G, mmWave and 224 Gbps/lane PAM4 applications become the new normal, RF engineers face mounting challenges in maintaining signal integrity, minimizing skew and enabling repeatable connections across dense multiport test and system environments. These design hurdles are especially pronounced in semiconductor validation, ATE, probe card interfaces and defense systems, where even minor discontinuities or mismatched phase delays can undermine performance.

Rosenberger’s SMPX interconnect system addresses these issues head-on with a blend of precision, flexibility and robustness. This high frequency push-on solution is rated to 110 GHz and incorporates a solderless compression-mount design that eliminates variability from solder joints while simplifying field maintenance. The SMPX series supports over 10,000 mating cycles, allowing for high volume test and characterization without performance degradation.

One of the defining advantages of the SMPX interconnect is its electrical performance in a high-density format. The 54 mm pitch multiport architecture is offered in more than two dozen standard configurations with tight phase matching — pair-matched within 1 ps by default — ensuring minimal electrical skew across all channels. Engineers can further fine-tune this performance for mission-critical designs requiring tighter tolerances.

The system’s field-replaceable channel design also solves a common pain point: the need to replace entire cable assemblies when only one channel fails. With SMPX, any single channel can be independently removed and replaced, saving time and reducing overall system cost.

In short, the SMPX interconnect solution combines mechanical simplicity, electrical precision and modular serviceability, all requirements for RF engineers tasked with advancing high speed system designs while staying within budget constraints. Contact your local RFMW sales member for more information.

RFMW
San Jose, Calif.
www.rfmw.com

Rosenberger
Akron, Pa.
www.rosenberger.com