Design Guide & Applications Manual

For Maxi, Mini, Micro Family DC-DC Converters and Configurable Power Supplies

Maxi, Mini, Micro Design Guide

Rev 4.8

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16. Through-hole Socket Mount System (InMate)

InMates are an innovative solution for through-hole socket

requirements. Consisting of individual plastic carriers for

the input and the output, each contains an array of sockets

for either a full, half or quarter-brick sized module. The

sockets are factory loaded into the carrier, which holds

them rigidly in place throughout the assembly and soldering

process. The carriers are later removed, leaving the sockets

accurately positioned.

Designed for use with pin-compatible Maxi, Mini, and

Micro Family converters, InMates are available for a wide

range of PCB sizes and mounting styles. PCB thicknesses

can range from 0.055"(1,39 mm) to 0.1375"(3,49 mm).

Sockets also allow for mounting modules either inboard,

with a cutout in the PCB for the module, to minimize the

height above the board, or onboard. InMates are compati-

ble with the ModuMate or RoHS pin style.

InMates are available in standard recyclable JEDEC style

trays for use with automated pick-and-place equipment

and are compatible with most standard wave or hand

solder operations. The sockets are soldered into the board

as part of the PCB assembly process. The module can then

be plugged into place at anytime later.

for the InMate soldering procedure.

Insert



Solder



Remove Carrier



Insert Module



Figure 16–1

— InMate carrier / socket assembly and soldering process