AdvancedMC-Carrier – Flexible Integration of Additional Functions in ATCA Systems

AdvancedMC carriers serve as carrier units for accommodating AdvancedMC modules in AdvancedTCA systems. They enable a modular, cost-effective expansion of system functionality – for example, for network, storage, or control functions.

Features and Benefits:

• Compatible with AdvancedTCA systems according to PICMG® AMC.0 R2.0

• Electrical connection via connectors directly to the ATCA backplane

• Accommodates various AdvancedMC module sizes: Compact, Mid-size, Full-size

• Ideal for integrating additional functions without occupying its own slot in the ATCA system

Mechanical Variants:

• Cutaway Carrier

  • Carrier board cut out in the AMC area

  • Max. configuration: 8x Single Compact or 4x Single Full-size

  • Combination of different module sizes possible

• Conventional Carrier

  • Continuous carrier board from front to back

  • Max. configuration: 4x Single Compact or 4x Single Mid-size

• Hybrid Carrier

  • Combination of Cutaway and Conventional design

  • Flexible module configuration – depending on the layout