New PCIe/104 Carrier Cards Host AcroPack Mini-PCIe I/O Modules for High-Performance Embedded Computing

Acromag’s new carrier cards provide two AcroPack or mPCIe mezzanine sites to interface a variety of signal processing I/O functions on PCIe/104 or PCI/104-Express computer systems.

Wixom, MI:  Acromag now offers the Model APX4020 carrier cards to integrate their family of AcroPack I/O mezzanine modules into PC/104 computing systems. Available in PCIe/104 and PCI/104-Express formats, both versions provide two mezzanine module sites capable of hosting AcroPack or full-size PCIe mini cards. AcroPack modules offer a broad range of signal processing functions including analog and discrete I/O, serial communication, avionics, and FPGA computing. Dual 50-pin connectors simplify the I/O interface between the modules and field signals without any loose internal wires. Designed for rugged applications, AcroPacks are well-suited for use in defense, aerospace, and industrial applications where size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimization is required. Common applications include data acquisition & control, test & measurement, simulation, and communication operations.

“With a more rugged design and advanced computing capabilities like an AMD Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC, isolated communication, or multi-function I/O, AcroPacks bring a higher level of I/O performance to PC/104 computing stacks” explains Robert Greenfield, Acromag’s Business Development Director.

Designed and manufactured in the USA, AcroPack products improve on the mini PCI Express architecture by adding a down-facing 100-pin connector that securely routes the I/O through a carrier card to its integrated external connectors thus eliminating internal cables and metalwork modifications. An integrated conduction-cooling ring mates to an optional heat sink enabling operation at higher temperatures. More than 25 I/O functions are available. Software tools support embedded applications running on Linux®, Windows®, or VxWorks® operating systems.

About Acromag

Founded in 1957, Acromag, Inc. designs and manufactures hi-tech industrial electronics. They are an international corporation headquartered near Detroit, Michigan with a global network of sales representatives and distributors. Acromag offers a complete line of embedded computing and I/O solutions including general purpose I/O boards, single-board computers, FPGA modules, embedded computers, COM Express products, mezzanine modules, wiring accessories, and software. Industries served include military, aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, utilities, and scientific research laboratories.

For more information about Acromag products, call Inside Sales at (248) 295-0310 or Marketing at (248) 295-0860. The website is www.acromag.com.