4U chassis improves cooling

Elma Electronic Inc. has released a new Type 39 4U Easy Plug CompactPCI enclosure that features improved cooling performance and a removable fan and filter tray.

The second-generation Type 39c EasyPlug line features a 9U 8-slot cPCI backplane from Elma Bustronic which includes pluggable 47-pin connectors for hot-swapping power supplies. The backplanes are available in standard cPCI, H.110, or PICMG 2.16 options. The chassis also features removable fan and filter trays and optional shelf management modules.

With a sheet metal design and full pluggability, the Type 39c HA chassis family is available in 1U to 4U heights in horizontal-mounting orientations. Compliant to the latest PICMG specifications and IEEE 1101.10/.11, the enclosures feature side-to-side 200 CFM (300 LFM) cooling, 300mm depths, and rear I/O options. Customization is available.

Pricing for the Type 39 EasyPlug enclosures starts at less than $700, depending on configurations and options. Delivery is four to six weeks.

- Gina Roos
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