0622018943

IMPEL Backplane Press-In Tool IMPEL Backplane Module Installation Press-In Tool Application Tooling Specification Sheet Order No. 62201-8943 FEATURES Polarized tool prevents product damage Tool provides uniform distribution of press force across entire pin array May be used as a stand-alone tool or mounted in an optional holder with other Molex press-in tools SCOPE Products: IMPEL (3mm pitch) Backplane Assembly, (4-Pair by 8 Column Assemblies). See Product List below for specific part numbers. Product List The following is a partial list of the product order numbers and their specifications this tool is designed to run. Updates to this list are available on www.molex.com. Series No. Guide Style Columns Assembly Order Number 171325 Unguided 8 171325-1804 171325-1805 171325-1807 171325-1808 ALONE Tool Setup WITH 62201-95XX RAIL Depending on the number of connectors to be installed and/or the press used, this tool can be used alone or with a group of press-in tools, mounted in a 62201-95XX rail (ordered separately). See Figure 1. Figure 1 Doc No: ATS-622018943 Revision: A Release Date: 02-11-13 Revision Date: 02-11-13 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 1 of 3 IMPEL Backplane Press-In Tool Tool Installation The 62201-95XX rail is available in a variety of lengths to accommodate multiple press-in tools. Rail Part Number Rail Overall Length 62201-9501 24mm (0.94 in) 62201-9502 72mm (2.83 in) 62201-9503 156mm (6.14 in) 62201-9504 216mm (8.50 in) 62201-9509 254mm (10.0 in) 62201-9511 305mm (12.0 in) Reference: This Press-In Tool is 23.8mm (0.94 in.) long. Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Support The IMPEL connectors require up to 3.6kg (8 lb) of force per pin to press into the PCB. To prevent excessive PCB flexure and/or damage to the PCB, a support plate is strongly recommended directly beneath the connector hole pattern. Due to the custom nature of every application, Molex does not offer any PCB support plate. The customer must furnish their own support plate. When creating the PCB support plate, remember to allow clearance for the connector pins as they pass through the PCB thickness. Press Equipment Recommendations Many types of presses can be used to install IMPEL connectors, but to assure consistent connector installation Molex recommends the following press criteria: NOTCH OF PRESS-IN TOOL PRESS-IN TOOL MODULE ASSEMBLY 1. The capability to detect force variations as low as 4.5kg (10 lb) during the press-in cycle; excessive SLOT OF Figure 2 MODULE force measurements should stop the ASSEMBLY press-in cycle. 2. The rate of pressing can be regulated as low as 0.13mm (0.005 in) per second. 3. Press stroke control to within 0.25mm (0.010 in). 4. Total press stroke must be at least 19mm (0.75 in). 5. For statistical purposes, automatic collection of force and distance data. Doc No: ATS-622018943 Revision: A Release Date: 02-11-13 Revision Date: 02-11-13 UNCONTROLLED COPY PCB Page 2 of 3 IMPEL Backplane Press-In Tool Tool Operation 1. Insert by hand the backplane signal module assembly (s) carefully into the PCB hole pattern. Make sure the connector(s) are oriented properly by confirming the location of the #1 circuit notch with respect to the PCB layout. 2. Insert the Press-In Tool making sure that the notch in this tool is inserted into the slot on top of the connector housing of the backplane signal module assembly. See Figure 2. 3. Using the application tool and an appropriate press, seat the header assembly until there is less than 0.10mm (.004 in) clearance between the bottom of the plastic housing and the surface of the PCB. See Figure 3. _0.10 MAX. .004 Figure 3 There should be no broken stand-offs along the perimeter of the part (an indication of over-pressing). CAUTION: To prevent injury, never operate any press without the guards in place. Refer to the press manufacturer’s instruction manual. CAUTION: Molex application tooling specifications are valid only when used with Molex connectors and tooling. Contact Information For more information on Molex application tooling please contact Molex at 1-800-786-6539. Visit our Web site at http://www.molex.com Doc No: ATS-622018943 Revision: A Release Date: 02-11-13 Revision Date: 02-11-13 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 3 of 3