PEX8647-AB50BC

Product Overview

PEX8647-AB50BC is a PLX Technology (now Broadcom) ExpressLane™ PCI Express Gen 2 switch IC designed for high-bandwidth PCIe expansion and interconnection applications. The device integrates 48 PCIe lanes with three configurable PCI Express ports, supporting PCI Express 2.0 operation at 5.0GT/s per lane. With non-blocking switching architecture, low latency performance and flexible port configuration, PEX8647-AB50BC is suitable for high-performance computing, storage systems, networking equipment, medical imaging systems and embedded computing platforms. 

Key Features

• Manufacturer: PLX Technology (now Broadcom)

• Part Number: PEX8647-AB50BC

• Full / Related Part Number: PEX8647-AB50BC F

• Device Type: PCI Express switch IC

• Product Category: Interface IC / PCIe switching controller

• PCI Express Standard: PCI Express Base Specification Revision 2.0

• Data Rate: 5.0GT/s per lane

• Number of PCIe Lanes: 48 lanes

• Port Configuration: 3-port PCIe switch architecture

• Port Width: Configurable x1, x2, x4, x8 and x16 link widths

• Switching Architecture: Non-blocking PCIe switch fabric

• Latency: Approximately 140ns PCIe switching latency

• Configuration: Hardware configurable and software programmable

• Management Interface: SMBus and EEPROM configuration support

• Advanced Features: Access Control Services (ACS) support

• Traffic Support: Peer-to-peer traffic and high-bandwidth interconnection support

• Power Consumption: Approximately 3.5W typical

• Package Type: FCBGA package

• Package Size: 27mm × 27mm, 676-ball FCBGA

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Typical Use: Servers, storage systems, graphics platforms and communication equipment

• Ordering / Packaging Note: PEX8647-AB50BC buyers should verify exact package code, manufacturer marking, revision, date code and PCIe compatibility requirements before production use.

Applications

PEX8647-AB50BC is designed for applications requiring multiple PCI Express connections, including server platforms, high-performance storage systems, graphics expansion systems, communication infrastructure, industrial computers, medical imaging equipment and data acquisition platforms. Its high lane count and low-latency PCIe switching capability make it suitable for complex PCIe expansion architectures. 

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support PEX8647-AB50BC sourcing with stock availability checks, RFQ quotation, package confirmation, date code review and shipment arrangement. For project-based purchasing, buyers can provide quantity, target price, required date code, packaging requirements and application information for faster quotation support.

For quality control, Antrex Electronics can help arrange product photos, label review, visual inspection and third-party testing support when required. OEMs, EMS providers, repair centers and electronic component buyers are welcome to send BOM lists or hard-to-find part requests for sourcing assistance.