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Interconnect Solutions
Docking / Blind Mate

Handheld

Rack Panel

Platform

Pull-Thru Solutions

Mass Interconnect

Mounting Options

Accessories
Docking / Blind Mate

VPC’s iDock Series features engageless frames for use with automatic test handling equipment to mate test adapters. Automatic docking connectors greatly reduce testing time and increase accuracy.

D1

Engages up to 160 signal contacts

Configured for 1 Module

D3/D4

Engages up to 672 signal contacts

Configured for 3 or 4 Modules

D12

Engages up to 2,880 signal contacts

Configured for up to 12 Modules

D25

Engages up to 5,952 signal contacts

Configured for up to 25 Modules
Handheld

Configurable Connectors for every I/O Requirement

i2 Micro iCon

High density modular, configurable signal connector

Engages up to 168 signal contacts

i2 MX

Modular, configurable signal connector

Offers EMI Protection

i1

Single Module connector

Engages up to 160 signal contacts

iCon

Two Module connector

Engages up to 320 signal contacts
Rack Panel

Our G Series offers a range of I/O options in a small footprint. Engage up to 4,320 signal contacts using QuadraPaddle technology with the G18 solution.

G2

Configured for up to 2 modules

Engages up to 480 signal contacts

G6

Configured for up to 6 modules

Engages up to 1,440 signal contacts

G6x

Configured for up to 9 modules

Engages up to 1,920 signal contacts

G10

Configured for up to 10 modules

Engages up to 2,400 signal contacts

G10x

Configured for up to 15 Modules

Engages up to 3,200 signal contacts

G18

Configured for up to 18 modules

Engages up to 4,320 signal contacts

G20

Configured for up to 20 modules

Use with VPC i2 Pull-Thru Adapters
Platform

Platform solutions offer all the benefits of our Mass InterConnect solutions while adding a support table for ITA fixtures, allowing easier engagement and proper alignment while taking up minimal space within the test environment.

S6

Engages up to 1,440 signal contacts

Can be mounted to any horizontal surface

G12

Configured for up to 12 modules

15" or 20" platforms available

G12x

Configured for up to 18 modules

15" or 20" platforms available
Pull-Thru Solutions

Enable pull through removal of connector modules and instrumentation from chassis backplane.

G20

Configured for up to 20 modules

Use with VPC i2 Pull-Thru Adapters

G20x

Configured for up to 28 modules

Can be used with PXI pull-thru adapters

G40x

Configured for up to 48 modules

Can be used with PXI pull-thru adapters

Pull-Thru Adapters
Mass Interconnect

Mass Interconnect systems are available in multiple sizes and configurations to accommodate virtually any testing requirement. VPC Mass Interconnect systems are flexible, reconfigurable, and modular by design.

9025

High I/O System Ideal for Rack Mount Applications

Configured for up to 25 Modules

9025TR

High I/O Platform Solution

Configured for up to 25 Modules

9025 VXI

25 Module VXI Solution

Pre-wired adapters for wiring directly to VXI cards

9050

High I/O System Ideal for Rack Mount Applications

Configured for up to 50 Modules

9050TR

High I/O Platform Solution

Configured for up to 50 Modules

9050 VXI

50 Module VXI Solution

Pre-wired adapters for wiring directly to VXI cards
Mounting Options

VPC solutions are available in various wired configurations, including Direct Panel Mount, Slide Mount, and Vertical Hinged Mount.

Slide Mount Configuration

Vertical Hinged Mounting Frame Configuration

Direct Panel Mount

Accessories

Strain Relief

Interconnect Adapters

Screw Kits

Extraction Tools

Tools
Contacts & Modules
Signal

Power

Coax

Thermocouple

Fiber Optic

Pneumatic

Vacuum

Twinaxial

High Speed Digital
Signal

VPC offers two types of signal contacts ideal for low voltage and low current applications.

QuadraPaddle

5 Amp

22-28 AWG

TriPaddle

7 Amp

20-24 AWG
Power

VPC’s line of power contacts are designed for high current applications and vary in amperage up to 150 Amps.

Micro Power

21 Amp

12-14 AWG

Mini Power

65 Amp

8 AWG

High Power

150 Amp

2 AWG
Coax

VPC offers an impressive line of coax contacts ideal for high-frequency RF applications.

50 Ohm Mini

50 Ohm

1-2 GHz

50/75 Ohm Micro

3-10.5 GHz

RG 316, RG 178, RG 179

75 Ohm HD

75 Ohm HD

3 GHz

75 Ohm

DC to 3 GHz

RG179

20/26 GHz

50 Ohm

DC to 26 GHz

40 GHz

50 Ohm

2.92 mm

50 GHz Micro

50 Ohm

Only available as a patchcord
Thermocouple

VPC thermocouple contacts offer match pairing for primarily K-type thermocouples.

Chromel, Type K(°C)

Alumel, Type K(°C)

Constantan, Type T(°C)

Copper, Type T(°C)
Fiber Optic

VPC fiber optic patchcords are available in Polymer Optical Fiber and Multimode. We also have the capability to provide specialty fiber optic patchcords and cables.

POF

For low speed, short distance needs

5,000 mating cycles

Multimode

For high speed needs

5,000 mating cycles
Pneumatic

VPC pneumatic contacts are ideal for air pressure applications such as industrial automation.

Mini

100 PSI Rating

20,000 mating cycles

1/8" ID

100 PSI Rating

20,000 mating cycles

3/8" ID

100- 250 PSI Rating

20,000 mating cycles
Vacuum

Available with or without a filter and made of black anodized aluminum. Rated to temps between -65° C and 200 ° C.

Vacuum

2-Port
Twinaxial

VPC twinaxial contacts provide differential voltage options most commonly used in digital and data applications.

Twinaxial

3 amp

22 AWG
High Speed Digital

VPC’s line of high speed inserts are designed to address the needs of test systems utilizing high speed data applications.

VTAC Insert

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Only available in patchcords

VTAC Right Angle

Data rate 10+ Gbps/Diff pair

Crosstalk -30dB min

VTAC Vertical Header

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Crosstalk -30dB min

SIM QuadraPaddle

4 Signal contact positions

22-28 AWG

Twinaxial Contact

3 Amp

22 AWG
High Speed
VTAC PCB

VTAC Wired
VTAC PCB

Connect directly from contact to board.

VTAC Insert

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Only available in patchcords

VTAC Right Angle

Data rate 10+ Gbps/Diff pair

Crosstalk -30dB min

VTAC Vertical Header

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Crosstalk -30dB min

Infinity Connector

• Infinite number of connections with SIM

• Avail in VTAC, QP & Micro Power
VTAC Wired

Reduce resistance, increase signal integrity with a seamless transition from wire to connector.

VTAC Insert

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Only available in patchcords

VTAC Modules

Available for 90 series & iSeries

Compatible with SIM inserts

SIM QuadraPaddle

4 Signal contact positions

22-28 AWG

VTAC Patchcords

Multiple protocols

Custom configurations

Twinaxial Contact

3 Amp

22 AWG
Industries / Applications
By Industry

By Applications

By Standard
By Industry

VPC serves many industries including telecommunications, automotive, medical, aerospace, and defense.

Automotive

Aerospace

Defense

Medical

Telecom

By Applications

Applications range from the medical industry testing pacemakers to the Mil/Aero industry analyzing sophisticated missile guidance systems. VPC is equipped to cover any application in the test and measurement industry.

HIL

ECU Testing

Signal Conditioning

RF & Microwave

Environmental Testing

By Standard

VPC can meet almost any standard of use in test and measurement, and we offer a variety of precision equipment.

PXI

VXI

VDATS

CASS
Wired & PCB Solutions
Wire+ Services

PCB Solutions

Wired Systems & Enclosures

Patchcord Designer

Wire+ Configurator
Wire+ Services

VPC's Wire+ services provide engineered, finished and quality-tested cables assemblies and patchcords to help complete your test system.

Standard Patchcords

VPC's standard and stocked patchcords make getting patchcords easy and with quick turnaround times.

Flying Leads

VPC provides engineered, finished, and quality tested patchcords with flying leads to help customize your test system.
PCB Solutions

VPC offers multiple PCB solutions for flexibility and performance.

Infinity Connector

• Infinite number of connections with SIM

• Avail in VTAC, QP & Micro Power

QuadraPaddle PCB Adapters

168-192 positions

Ideal for PXI applications

TriPaddle PCB Adapters

64-96 Positions

Ideal for PXI applications

VTAC PCB Adapters

Data rate 10+ Gbps/Diff pair

Plug-and-play adapters

VTAC Vertical Headers

Data rate 12.5+ Gbps/ Diff pair

Crosstalk -30dB min

Custom PCB Enclosures

Flexible options using PCB & wire

Economical versus wired ITA

Pull-Thru Solutions

Limited or no wiring

Remove instruments from chassis backplane
Wired Systems & Enclosures

VPC's in-house wiring team has the experience and know-how to build and assemble complete discrete-wired enclosures.

Standard Enclosures

Custom Enclosures

Patchcord Designer

Use VPC's Patchcord Designer to build your own customized patchcord in just a few easy steps.

Wire+ Configurator

Design a custom card solution. Includes PXI cards by NI and Pickering.
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Specifications
Pressure/Vacuum Rated	100psi [6.9 Bar]
Contact Body	Nickel Plated Brass
Cycle Life	20,000
AVG Mating Force (lbs.)	0.72

	Part Number	Description
	610132106	Mini Pneumatic, Contact, ITA, Hose Barb for 1/8" [3.2 mm] ID Tubing, Fits Mini Coax/Mini Power modules
	610132110	Mini Pneumatic, Contact, ITA, Plug, Fits Mini Coaxial/ Mini Power modules

	Part Number	Description
	510160102	QuadraPaddle Signal / Mini Power/ Mini Coaxial, Module, Receiver, iCon, 100/8 Position
	510160103	TriPaddle Signal/ Mini Power/Mini Coaxial, Module, Receiver, iCon, 64/8 Position
	510160104	Mini Power/Mini Coax, Module, Receiver, iCon, 24 Position

	Part Number	Description
	510104120	Mini Coax, Module, Receiver, 90 Series, 19 Position
	510104123	Mini Power, Module, Receiver, 90 Series, 19 Position
	510104150	Mini Coaxial Module, Receiver, 76 Position
	510104206	Signal/Power, Module, Receiver, TriPaddle/Mini Power, 16/16 Position
	510104243	Signal/Coax, Module, Receiver, TriPaddle/ Mini Coax, 16/16 Position