Mass Interconnect Delivers Flexibility in Test Systems
Serving as the interface between a test fixture or device under test (DUT) and test equipment, ODU USA’s ODU-MAC Black-Line mass-interconnect solution is geared toward testing printed circuit boards or electronic assemblies. The device addresses myriad user requirements by using a combination of different modules that allow for a high degree of customization.
The ODU-MAC Black-Line can be equipped with 12 floating ODU-MAC Blue-Line connector frames. A variety of modules are available, including signal, power, high-current, high-voltage, RF signals (coax), compressed air and fluid, vacuum, high-speed data, and fiber optics. The largest version of the Black-Line can accommodate up to 4,608 signal contacts and eight latch points to ensure a balanced, safe, and reliable mating process. With all of the guidance and latch features, it enables consistent quality for 20,000 mating cycles and more.
Two versions of the ODU-MAC Black-Line are fitted with a hand lever for applications with less than 2,400 signals, or where it's required. There’s also a version with an electromechanical locking system that establishes a connection between receiver and adapter by simply pushing a button. Moreover, it can be automated via remote control or integrated into an inline tester.
Further variations concern mounting variants: rack mount, slide mount, or tabletop. The rack variant is built directly onto the control cabinet by means of mounting plates. The slide mount makes it possible to remove the ODU-MAC Black-Line from the cabinet easily for maintenance or wiring. Lastly, a tabletop version serves smaller-signal-count applications.
