Offers multiple parallel variable length signal paths with known loss profiles enabling easy validation of high-speed SerDes.
Overview
The high-density array design and advanced cabling solutions within Bulls Eye® High-Performance Test System enable optimized performance. Compression interface, small footprint and high cycle count make Bulls Eye® ideal for high-performance test applications.
Samtec’s Bulls Eye® ISI Evaluation Boards offer multiple parallel variable length signal paths with known loss profiles enabling easy validation of high-speed SerDes.
The 70 GHz Bulls Eye® ISI Evaluation Board (REF-238103-01) features twelve total signal paths. The top side of the board features ten signal paths routed in a stepped matrix ideally suited for 224 Gbps PAM4 SerDes validation and characterization. The bottom side of the board includes two additional signal paths with long S-Bend Buses ideally suited for 128 Gbps PAM4 LR channels. All traces offer configurable End 2 connections to instrumentation via a number of standard options.
The 90 GHz Bulls Eye® ISI Evaluation Board (REF-239801-01) features eleven total signal paths. The top side of the board features nine signal paths routed in a stepped matrix ideally suited for 448 Gbps PAM6 SerDes validation and characterization. The bottom side of the board includes two additional signal paths with long S-Bend Buses ideally suited for 224 Gbps PAM4 LR channels. All traces offer configurable End 2 connections to instrumentation via a number of standard options.
Please contact Samtec's technical experts at KitsAndBoards@samtec.com for additional information.
Features
- Single PCB system with compact, portable form factor
- Each PCB contains multiple compression interfaces that provide easy mating and eliminate soldering
- 70 GHz Bulls Eye® ISI Evaluation Board – BE70B-J-S-1-08
- 90 GHz Bulls Eye® ISI Evaluation Board – BE90B-J-S-1-08
- Contact rfgroup@samtec.com for application-specific RF cabling needs
- Conveniently move full SerDes quad test cabling to new signal path with a pair of thumb screws
- Optimized SI performance via Samtec Final Inch® BOR PCB trace routing
- Enable time domain measurements via direct connection to TDR, TDTs and BERTs
- Enable frequency domain measurements via direct connection to VNAs
Applications
- SerDes IC validation and characterization
- SerDes IP validation and characterization
- Receiver stress testing
- Rx equalization verification
- Channel emulation of OIF-CEI-112/224G and relevant IEEE 802.3 standards
Ordering Information
Please see drawing REF-238103-01 and REF-239801-01 for more detail.
Contact KitsAndBoards@Samtec.com for additional ordering information.
