Embedded I/O Update
Issue 3 - 2008

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   • Low-cost PMC mezzanine modules in 3U CompactPCI Computer Systems
   • Keeping Heat in Check: Conduction Cooling Expands Application Boundaries  

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New PMC Carrier Cards provide easy I/O expansion solution for air or conduction-cooled 3U CompactPCI systems.

Acromag's new 3U Carrier Cards offer a simple way to implement I/O and other functions from mezzanine modules when PMC slots are not available on SBC or processor boards.

Acromag's new AcPC4610 Carrier Cards provide an easy and low-cost solution to expand the use of PMC mezzanine modules in 3U CompactPCI computer systems. The carrier card acts simply as an adapter to route PCI bus signals to and from the PMC module through the CompactPCI card slot edge connector. A PLX Technology PCI6540 bridge device provides a transparent 32-bit 33/66 MHz PCI/PCI bridge for data transactions from the PCI bus (system host) to the PMC site. Two models are available for air-cooled (-40 to 85°C range) or conduction-cooled applications. All Acromag PMC modules and those from other vendors are compatible. 3.3V and 5V DC signaling are supported. The carrier cards start at $600.

Front and rear-panel access to field I/O signals are accommodated. The air-cooled carrier card has a front panel cut-out providing access to a PMC module's front I/O connector. Alternatively, all I/O signals can be routed through the carrier card's rear J2 connector. An air-cooled rear transition board, Acromag Model TRANS-C4610, is available to map the field I/O on the PMC module to the rear of the CompactPCI card cage.

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Keeping Heat in Check:
Conduction Cooling Expands Application Boundaries

The dual trend of putting more and more processing power on PMC modules, especially with FPGAs, and shrinking the computer chassis size has led to new challenges keeping these computer hot rods cool. Deployment in mobile military equipment which are regularly exposed to extreme environments compounds the risks of overheating. Industrial-grade models will tolerate a -40 to 85°C range. However, many applications require additional steps to keep board temperatures within acceptable ranges. Learn how Acromag helps designers beat the heat with conduction-cooled PMC modules and carrier cards. Click here.

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David Wolfe, President of Acromag, elected Chairman of Measurement, Control & Automation Association (MCAA).
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