Backplane Connectors

About Backplane Connectors

Backplane connectors provide high-density, repeatable electrical interfaces between daughtercards, backplanes, midplanes and modular system boards. The Antrex Backplane Connectors category includes DIN 41612 connectors, high-speed / modular connector systems and specialized backplane interconnects. These families are used in telecom equipment, servers, storage systems, industrial control, instrumentation, transportation electronics and other modular platforms where multiple boards must share signal, power and ground connections through a common chassis or card-cage architecture.

Choose the subcategory according to the mechanical standard and electrical performance required by the system. DIN 41612 connectors should be matched by connector type, row and position count, pitch, contact loading, mounting orientation, termination method and applicable DIN/IEC style. High-speed / modular backplane systems require additional attention to differential-pair geometry, impedance, data rate, insertion loss, crosstalk, ground pattern, signal-to-power mix and connector family compatibility. Specialized backplane connectors may combine signal, power and ground contacts or use proprietary mating layouts, so exact series, contact map, keying and mating half are critical. Across all backplane products, also verify right-angle or vertical orientation, press-fit or solder termination, PCB thickness, stack or mating depth, guide and polarization features, current and voltage ratings, contact finish, durability cycles, temperature range and vibration requirements. Replacement parts should be matched by the complete connector system, PCB footprint and mating interface; similar dimensions or position counts do not guarantee mechanical or electrical compatibility.