FCI has expanded its line of storage interface interconnects with the development of the Micro SATA interconnect solution for 1.8in. form-factor drives and portable applications that meets the SATA-IO newly released 2.6 revision specification.

Available from distributor Rutronik, the Micro SATA connector meets SFF 2.6 specification with 16 positions (7 positions with 1.27mm pitch for signal and 7+2 positions with 1.27mm pitch for power) requirements.

The plug connector supports both internal 5.00mm and 8.00mm slim-type 1.8in.
Form-factor drives (such as HDD or SSD) while the right angle Micro SATA receptacle connector supports system applications.

The connector is RoHS-compliant, compatible with lead-free processing temperatures and the retainers provide additional mechanical strength after soldering.

With staggered contact lengths as well as guide posts and pockets this connector can support hot-plugging and blind-mating of drives.

See http://www.Rutronik.com