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Online Interactive Design Module Simplifies Customization for Board-to-Board Connectors
Aaron Liu, Strategic Business Development Manager, Greenconn Technology Ltd.
Board-to-board connectors are designed to connect two PCBs with precisely controlled spacing in between. For example, when customizing a pin header, numerous parameters must be considered, including number of pins, pin length, plating, and many more. As a result, there can be over a million possible combinations to select from. For an engineer, it can be very time-consuming to identify the suitable connector from a catalog. Furthermore, every change needed for specific application requirements would require supports from the connector manufacturer to confirm and customize the 3D CAD model of the connector. Online interactive 3D modules help designers simplify the customization process.
Online interactive design modules are based on data that are pre-defined and constantly maintained by the connector manufacturer. Utilizing the module, a customization can start with a 3D model of a basic connector on display. The engineer can easily adjust the available options, such as the pin length, the plating, and the insulation material, based on the design requirements. The model will reflect every modification within seconds to help the engineer visualize the changes. Since all data are pre-defined and maintained by the connector manufacturer, these modifications can be