16. Through-Hole Socket-Mount System (InMate)
Design Guide & Applications Manual
Maxi, Mini, Micro Family DC-DC Converters and Configurable Power Supplies
InMates are an innovative solution for through-hole socket
requirements. Consisting of individual plastic carriers for the input
and the output, each contains an array of sockets for either a full-,
half- or quarter-brick sized module. The sockets are factory loaded
into the carrier, which holds them rigidly in place throughout the
assembly and soldering process. The carriers are later removed,
leaving the sockets accurately positioned.
Designed for use with pin-compatible Maxi, Mini and Micro Family
converters, InMates are available for a wide range of PCB sizes and
mounting styles. PCB thicknesses can range from 0.055in [1,39mm]
to 0.1375in [3,49mm].
Sockets also allow for mounting modules either inboard, with a
cutout in the PCB for the module, to minimize the height above the
board or onboard. InMates are compatible with the ModuMate or
RoHS pin style.
InMates are available in standard recyclable JEDEC style trays for
use with automated pick-and-place equipment and are compatible
with most standard wave or hand solder operations. The sockets
are soldered into the board as part of the PCB assembly process.
The module can then be plugged into place at anytime later.
NOTE: Please refer to Section 13 of the design guide for the InMate
soldering procedure.
Insert
Solder
Remove Carrier
Insert Module
Figure 16.1 — InMate carrier / socket assembly and soldering process
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Design Guide & Applications Manual
Maxi, Mini, Micro Family DC-DC Converters and Configurable Power Supplies
InMate: Through-Hole Sockets
1.
2.
Board Thickness
Full Brick [Maxi)
5.
4.
3.
Half Brick [Mini)
Quarter Brick [Micro)
Normal
[Min / Max)
Mounting
Style
Input
Output
Five
Sets
Input
Output
Five
Sets
Input
Output
Five
Sets
Pin
Style
0.062in
(0.055in / 0.071in)
1,5mm
(1,4mm / 1,8mm)
Inboard
18374
18382
18362
18374
18384
18366
18376
18386
18370
S or F
Onboard
18378
18388
18364
18378
18390
18368
18380
18392
18372
N or G
Inboard
18375
18383
18363
18375
18385
18367
18377
18387
18371
S or F
Onboard
18379
18389
18365
18379
18391
18369
18381
18393
18373
N or G
Onboard
21539
21543
21510
21539
21544
21511
21540
21545
21512
N or G
0.093in
(0.084in / 0.104in)
2,4mm
(2,1mm / 2,6mm)
0.125in
(0.1125in / 0.1375in)
3,1mm
(2,8mm / 3,5mm)
Table 16.1 — Guide to InMate selection
1. Select Board Thickness:
Nominal 0.062in [1,5mm], 0.093in [2,4mm] or 0.125in [3,1mm].
2. Select Mounting Style:
Inboard requires a PCB cutout for the “belly” of the module.
See dotted lines in PCB drawing links on Page 80 for
cut-out area.
3. Identify Module Type:
Full brick (Maxi), half brick (Mini) or quarter brick (Micro).
4. Select the Ordering Part Number:
Order packages of five input / output sets or in higher
quantities order input and output InMates separately. For
individual input or output InMates, minimum orders of 35 for
Maxi or Mini and 40 for Micro apply.
5. Verify Correct Pin Style for the Module:
For predefined parts, “S” or “F”= short ModuMate and “N” or
“G” = long ModuMate
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See Table 16.4 for standoff recommendations.
16. Through-Hole Socket-Mount System (InMate)
Design Guide & Applications Manual
Maxi, Mini, Micro Family DC-DC Converters and Configurable Power Supplies
Parameter
Specification Value
Reference
F = short Au plated
Short RoHS pins
Short ModuMate pins
Compatibility
S = short Au plated
Module Pin Styles
G = long Au plated
N = long Au plated
Long RoHS pins
Long ModuMate pins
100g EOL min
GR-1217-CORE, R5-23
Number of Mating Cycles
5 max [h]
Exception to GR-1217-CORE which specifies 25 mating cycle
Module Engagement Force
32lbs per connector set max
GR-1217-CORE, R5-31,32
Module Disengagement Force
32lbs per connector set max
GR-1217-CORE, R5-31,32
50A Maxi [e] / 50A Mini / 25A Micro
(Based on 248°F [120°C] max socket temp
& 86°F [30°C] max temperature rise of contact)
Gold plating standards and accepted
industry standards such as
IICIT, EIA, Bellcore guidelines
Low-Level Contact Resistance
0.080in [2,03mm] dia socket (LLCR)
400μΩ max
GR-1217-CORE, 6.2.1
Low-Level Contact Resistance
0.150in [3,81mm] dia socket (LLCR)
300μΩ max
GR-1217-CORE, 6.2.1
Low-Level Contact Resistance
0.180in [4,57mm] dia sockets (LLCR)
200μΩ max
GR-1217-CORE, 6.2.1
248°F [120°C] max
Max continuous-use temperature for gold plating
86°F [30°C] max
GR-1217-CORE [g]
EIA-364-70A [f]
Mechanical
Contact Normal Force
Electrical
Current Rating for Output Pin Sockets
Thermal
Max Socket Temperature
Temperature Rise
Environmental
Shock and Vibration
InMate products are tested in random vibration environments to best simulate the broad spectrum of frequencies
and amplitudes that may be encountered in typical applications. Actual system resonant frequencies will depend on
PCB construction and mounting details. For critical or unusual shock and vibration environments, the performance
of the system should be independently verified.
Table 16.2 — InMate specifications and materials
Materials
Ratings
Headers
Material: Ryton™ R–7 PPS, 65% Glass Fiber and
Mineral-Filled Compound
Poly-Phenylene Sulfide
Flammability
UL94 V-0/5VA
Thermal Stability (short term)
500°F [260°C]
Thermal Stability (long term)
392°F [200°C]
Solder Cap
Material
305 stainless steel
Plating
Clear passivate to repel solder
Sockets
Material
Brush Wellman Alloy #25 C17200 deep draw quality or equiv. 0.010in thick
Plating
Woods nickel strike followed by 50μin min low stress sulfamate-based electrolytic nickel,
followed by 20μin min hard gold, followed by 10μin min soft gold
Table 16.3 — Material properties of InMate components
[e]
For 80A operation with Maxi, contact Applications Engineering.
GR-1217-CORE issue 1, November 1995 Generic requirements for separable electrical connectors used in telecommunications hardware.
A module of NEBSFR, FR-2063
[g] ANSI/EIA-364 American National Standards Institute / Electronic Industries Association (Electronic Components, Assemblies & Materials Association)
[h] The module and socket must be replaced after five mating cycles.
[f]
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16. Through-Hole Socket-Mount System (InMate)
Design Guide & Applications Manual
Maxi, Mini, Micro Family DC-DC Converters and Configurable Power Supplies
Standoff Kits for InMate Mounted Modules
Board
Thickness
Mounting
Options
Nominal
(Min / Max]
Mounting
Style
0.062in
(0.055in / 0.071in)
1,5mm
(1,4mm /1,8mm)
Inboard
0.093in
(0.084in / 0.104in)
2,4mm
(2,1mm /2,6mm)
0.125in
(0.113in / 0.138in)
3,1mm
(2,8mm / 3,5mm)
Slotted
Baseplate
Through-Hole
Heat Sink
Onboard
Inboard
Onboard
Through-Hole
Baseplate
Threaded
Heat Sink
Through-Hole
Heat Sink
Threaded
Heat Sink
Threaded
Baseplate
Through-Hole
Heat Sink
Kit -18153
Kit -18154
Kit -18148
Kit -18149
Kit -18148
Bag -19129
Bag -19130
Bag -19124
Bag -19125
Bag -19124
Kit -18158
Kit -18159
Kit -18153
Kit -18155
Kit -18153
Bag -19134
Bag -19135
Bag -19129
Bag -19131
Bag -19129
Kit -18153
Kit -18154
Kit -18148
Kit -18149
Kit -18148
Bag -19129
Bag -19130
Bag -19124
Bag -19125
Bag -19124
Kit -18156
Kit -18157
Kit -18150
Kit -18152
Kit -18150
Bag -19132
Bag -19133
Bag -19126
Bag -19128
Bag -19126
Kit - 24054
Kit -18157
Kit -24056
Kit - 18152
Kit-24056
Bag -19132
Bag -19133
Bag -19126
Bag - 19128
Bag-19126
Onboard
Kits include six (6] standoffs and screws. Mini and Micro modules require a minimum of four (4] standoffs.
Bags of one hundred (100] do not include screws; #4-40 thread hardware required.
Table 16.4 — InMate standoff recommendations
References
InMate PCB layout drawing for Maxi Module
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18400&ct=PDF
InMate PCB layout drawing for Mini Module
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18399&ct=PDF
InMate PCB layout drawing for Micro Module
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18398&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Inboard Maxi Modules
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18483-XX&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Inboard Mini Modules
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18482-XX&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Inboard Micro Modules
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18481-XX&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Onboard Maxi Modules https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=18480-XX&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Onboard Mini Modules
https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=20030-XX&ct=PDF
InMate and Socket outline drawing for Onboard Micro Modules https://asp.vicorpower.com/cadUtil/display_cad.asp?pn=20029-XX&ct=PDF
Module Exchange Tool
Used in facilitating the proper extraction of modules from InMate or SurfMate sockets.
Removal without using the Exchange Tool may cause damage to the sockets.
Description
Part Number
Maxi Exchange Tool
22827
Mini Exchange Tool
22828
Micro Exchange Tool
22829
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22829
22827
22828