3M MDR Connector Selection Guide

3M™ Mini Delta Ribbon (MDR) Connectors

Performance and Reliability in Miniature

The Mini Delta Ribbon (MDR) is a half pitch interconnect system from 3M, designed to meet the needs of high speed/density input/output applications. With more than 20 years on the market, the MDR system is an established and well-proven solution for high density I/O.

MDR enjoys widespread acceptance by offering a combination of design features:

• Shielded shells provide EMI/ESD protection
• Pre-loaded ribbon contacts provide proven reliable connection
• IDC U-shaped contacts allow mass termination
• Wide range of pin counts and form factors enable design flexibility

As one of the world's most innovative companies, 3M is continually developing its products to meet your I/O needs. The current range of MDR system components can easily be expanded to meet the specific requirements of a broad range of applications. The MDR connector system contains a ribbon-style contact based on 0.050" centerlines. Both the receptacle and the mating plug contain pre-loaded contacts for reliable contact during insertion and withdrawal cycles. The cable connectors utilize an insulation stripping U-contact to connect to the cable conductor wires. The contact is stamped from a high performance copper alloy, which provides an excellent combination of mechanical strength, electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Dedicated 3M™ Cables for Series 101xx-60x0 EC

3M™ Mini Delta Ribbon (MDR) System for I/O Applications, 0.050" x 0.050"

Wiremount Connectors

Boardmount Plug Connectors

Specialties

Wire Accommodation:

• x = 0 Black Cover: 28 AWG Stranded, 30 AWG Solid (Standard)
• x = 1 Gray Cover: 26 AWG Solid (Available in 68 Contact only)

Assembly Press / Handtool:

• Assembly Press 10960
• Handtool 3829

Strain Relief:

• x = 0 with Strain Relief (Standard)
• x = 1 without Strain Relief (Special Order)

Plating:

• PC: 30µ" (0.76 µm) Gold
• PL: 8µ" Flash Gold

Panel/Board Retention Feature (y):

• A = Compatible Board thickness 1 mm (Standard)
• O = 1.6 mm (Special Order)

Panel/Board Retention Feature (y):

• 1 = M2.5 panel/M2.5 screw lock
• B = M2.5 panel/ground lock
• 4 = #4-40 panel/4-40 screw lock
• E = #4-40 panel/ground lock

Plating Wiping Area:

Specifications:

3M™ MDR Hand Tool Kit 3829

For the assembly of 3M™ MDR Wiremount Plug 101xx-60x0 (14-68 pos) Series onto 3M™ Round Jacketed Discrete Wire Cables (e.g. Series 3600, 3647, KU-C-).

3M™ MDR Assembly Press 10960

For the assembly of the 3M™ MDR Wiremount Plug 101XX-60x0 (14-100 pos.) Series onto 3M™ Round Jacketed Discrete Wire Cables (e.g. Series 3600, 3647, KU-C-).

Accessories for 10960:

• 10960: Hand Press
• 10961: Cutting Unit; includes 2 spare blades (10970-9)
• 10962-2000: Fixture Unit; includes 14, 20, 26, 36, 40, 50, 68, 80 and 100 position connector stops
• 10964-1: Cable Clamp; Black, 14-50 position
• 10964-2: Cable Clamp; Silver, 68-100 position

Through-Hole Receptacle Connectors

Solder Tail Length:

Specifications:

MDR Screws For Boardlock and Panel Mounting

TS-0142

MDR Jack Sockets For I/O Panel Mounting

TS-0142

Wire Accommodations and Accessories

SMT Receptacle Connectors

Through-Hole Connectors

SMT Receptacle Connectors

Panel/Board Retention

• For high data rate: Rugged die-cast body resists tipping during automated soldering operations
• x = 1 M2.5 (Standard)
• x = 0 M2.6 (Special)

• Ultra low signal skew for high data rate transmission

• Ultra low signal skew for high data rate transmission

• Ultra low signal skew for high data rate transmission

• I/O Mounting Hardware Jack Sockets
• 12600-S-08
• 12600-S-10
• 12600-S-12

• I/O Mounting Hardware Jack Sockets
• 12600-S-08
• 12600-S-10
• 12600-S-12

• Horizontally balanced to resist tipping during wave soldering
• TS-2123

• I/O Mounting Hardware Jack Sockets
• 12600-S-08
• 12600-S-10
• 12600-S-12

• TS-2123

• TS-2123

Plating Wiping Area

MDR Connector Mating Chart

3M™ Shielded Cable Junction Shell – Round

Plastic

Metal

Cable Exit Inside Diameter of Bushing x:

• 0 = 10.0 mm
• 1 = 11.0 mm

Beige (Standard)

Options: Medium Gray, Black

x:

• 0 = Beige (Standard)
• 3 = Medium Gray (Special)
• 6 = Black (Special)

Specifications:

3M™ Unshielded Round Cable Junction Shell

Plastic

Shell Features:

• Plastic Shell, Unshielded
• Groundplate attached
• M2.6 Jack Screw
• Latch

Specifications:

High Speed MDR Cable Assemblies

3M™ Mini Delta Ribbon (MDR) High Speed Transmission System

The 3M MDR High Speed Transmission System is a digital interconnect system designed to meet the needs of today's high performance data transmission applications.

Low Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) technology meets the requirements for a general purpose, high bandwidth interface for serial and parallel data at speeds up to 655 Mbps. The LVDS Standard is based on the use of 100 Ohm differential impedance transmission medium from driver to receiver. Signal skew is the largest factor inhibiting speed within a system and can occur at all points along the transmission path: driver to receiver circuits, circuit board traces, cables and connectors. Both types of skew within pair skew and channel skew can prohibit optimum performance in high speed transmission systems. 3M MDR Connectors provide an excellent solution for the demanding requirements of LVDS applications.

3M™ LVDS/TMDS High Speed Cable Assemblies

• Several shielded differential pairs (according to application)
• Supports VESA/DFP standard for 20-position MDR at host device
• LCD monitor assembly for Panel Link™/TMDS interface
• Solution for Digital Displays, Datacom and Telecom applications
• Supports LVDS FP Link, Flat Link™, Channel Link™, Panel Link™/TMDS electrical interfaces
• Each differential twin-ax pair has foil shield and drain wire
• Entire cable bundle is shielded with foil and braid for additional signal protection
• Rugged MDR ribbon type contact
• Quick release latches or thumbscrews
• RoHS* compliant

*RoHS Statement:

"RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC" means that the product or part ("Product") does not contain any of the substances in excess of the maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless the substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS. This information represents 3M's knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M. In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M's Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M's entire liability and Buyer's exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty (see back cover).

3M™ MDR High Speed Cable Assemblies for Camera Link® Standard Machine Vision Applications

• Supports the Automated Imaging Association's Camera Link Standard for industrial camera to frame grabber communications
• 11 shielded twisted pairs and four drain wires
• Entire cable bundle is shielded with foil and braid for additional signal protection
• Rugged MDR ribbon type contact
• Rugged thumbscrew retention
• EMI shielded junction shell in either plastic or overmolded construction
• RoHS* compliant

3M™ Shrunk Delta Ribbon (SDR) High Speed Cable Assemblies for Mini Camera Link® Standard Machine Vision Applications

• Supports AIA Industrial Mini Camera Link Standard for new Mini C/L camera to frame grabber applications
• 11 shielded twisted pairs with four drain wires
• Entire cable bundle is shielded with foil and braid for additional signal protection
• Rugged ribbon contact type
• Rugged thumbscrew retention
• Available right angle overmolded SDR backshells eliminate bend radius
• EMI shielded cable assembly
• Available in configurations to mate between Mini Camera Link and Camera Link products

Trademarks and Notices

3M is a trademark of 3M Company. Channel Link is a trademark of National Semiconductor. Flat Link is a trademark of Texas Instruments. Mini Camera Link and Camera Link are certification marks of Automated Imaging Association. Panel Link is a trademark of Silicon Image, Inc.

Important Notice

Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use.

Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability.

3M's product warranty is stated in its Product Literature available upon request. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from this 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted.

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