100Gb/40Gb Backplane Technology for VPX and SOSA™ Aligned Systems
Addressing high speed signaling applications, precision engineered backplanes designed to highest performance standards are essential in today’s defense applications.
Precision engineered backplanes designed to the highest performance standards are essential for the high speed signal demands prevalent in today’s defense applications. LCR backplanes represent a key technology that supports the critical performance expectations of the LCR line of ATR and rackmount chassis for VPX and SOSA aligned module content. As signal speed requirements reach toward 100Gb and beyond, LCR is committed to delivering backplane solutions that meet the highest levels of signal integrity in the industry.
Key Features
Backplane designs are in conjunction with LCR’s deployable ATR and rackmount chassis and development chassis.
- 100 GbE (100GBASE-KR4) and PCI Express® (PCIe) Gen-4 on data plane, control plane and expansion plane fabrics
- VPX and SOSA aligned module profiles
- Custom designs to meet your specific application requirements
- VITA 66 and 67 optical and RF I/O connectors and apertures
- VITA 46 Multigig RT-3 or EVO 2.0VPX connectors for superior signal integrity
- Hybrid 3U / 6U backplanes and hybrid VPX / VME
A History of VPX Backplane Design Experience
Through the evolution of VPX, OpenVPX and now SOSA aligned module advancements, LCR has been designing backplanes that meet the stringent signal integrity requirements in high speed systems.
- 1000BASE-BX and KX, 10GBASE-KX4 and KR, 40GBASE-KR4 and 100GBASE-KR4
- Slot counts from 1 to 21 in .8”, 1”, 1.2” and 1.5”
- Single / dual centralized switching, mesh, bussed clock, power and ground versions
- Custom profiles in VPX and SOSA architectures
- VITA 66 optical and 67 RF connectors / apertures
- IEEE 1588 radial clock slot supporting precision timing protocol and network synchronization
- VME / VPX hybrid versions
- 3U / 6U hybrid versions
100Gb Backplane Know-How.
In support of new and emerging high speed applications, LCR engineers have successfully developed and tested backplane signaling supporting 100Gb signal speeds.
- PCIe Gen 4 signaling
- 100G-baseKR4 protocols
- Exceeding ANSI/VITA 68.1- 2017 performance levels
- High performance FR4 PCB material
Optical and RF I/O with VITA 66 / 67 Options
RF and optical connectivity in VPX supports EW and ISR applications through VITA 66 and 67 connectors on the backplane. LCR backplanes may be populated with any connector type or provide the necessary apertures.
- VITA 66 and 67 apertures and connectors
- Optical and RF I/O options
- Full and half height apertures
Custom Backplane Profiles
Backplane design begins with a selected set of VPX or SOSA aligned modules for the intended system. LCR engineers work with you to determine the required data flow for your application, including data plane, control plane and expansion plane. They leverage existing designs and apply extensive testing up to, and including, module integration to ensure the highest signal integrity and operational performance for your system.
- Extensive signal integrity testing
- Data plane, control plane and expansion plane
- Development and application profiles
3U and 6U Designs for ATR and 19″ Systems
LCR backplanes include both 3U and 6U versions and are offered in conjunction with ATR and 19” system designs.
Ensuring Success at Every Stage
System Integration
In conjunction with leading edge VPX backplane solutions and field proven rugged chassis, LCR delivers complete integrated systems for mission critical defense programs. LCR’s experienced and engaging staff can provide payload integration and testing that enables out-of-the-box installation of your application specific hardware and software.
LCR Partner Ecosystem
In conjunction with leading edge VPX backplane solutions and field proven rugged chassis, LCR delivers complete integrated systems for mission critical defense programs. LCR’s experienced and engaging staff can provide payload integration and testing that enables out-of-the-box installation of your application specific hardware and software.
Defense Program Participation
For over 30 years, LCR has supported US Department of Defense agency programs with leading edge products and technologies. Advanced packaging solutions and fully integrated systems help to drive mission critical applications in the most demanding environments.
Streamlining Your Project Timeline Every Step of the Way
Starting with LCR’s popular DK line of development chassis, LCR can support your project from initial concept and custom backplane profile design, to manufacture, integration and test of the final deployed chassis.
About LCR Embedded Systems
LCR Embedded Systems designs, develops, and manufactures integrated systems, chassis and backplanes for the defense and aerospace markets. For over 35 years LCR has been a proven and reliable supplier of mission critical systems to US defense programs. LCR is at the forefront of COTS open standards chassis and system designs for VPX, CMOSS, and SOSA architectures in accordance with MOSA directives. The company is a member of VITA and the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) Consortium. When you choose LCR Embedded Systems, you’re choosing a sustained alliance with industry-leading experts who are committed to helping you achieve your mission. At LCR, we maintain a companywide atmosphere of Continuous Improvement in all aspects of our business.
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