Embedded Solutions Page 1 1Construction and ReliabilityPMC Modules were conceived and engineered for rugged industrial environments. ThePCI2PMC is constructed out of 0.062 inch thick HiTemp FR4 material. The material isUL recognized per 94V-0. ROHS and non-ROHS assemblies are available.A cooling cutout has been designed into the product for improved air flow to the PMC.The components on the PCI2PMC are passive and do not generate an appreciablethermal load.Surface mounted components are used. The connectors are SMT for the PMC bus andthrough hole for the IO.The PMC Module connectors are keyed and shrouded. They are rated at 1 Amp per pin,100 insertion cycles minimum. These connectors make consistent, correct insertioneasy and reliable.The PMC Module is secured against the carrier with the PMC connectors. It isrecommended, for enhanced security against vibration, that the PMC mounting screwsare installed. The screws are supplied with the PMC from the OEM. DynamicEngineering has screws, standoffs, blank bezels and other PMC hardware available at areasonable cost if your PMC was not shipped with some of the require attachmenthardware or if it has been misplaced.Thermal ConsiderationsThe PCI2PMC design consists of passive circuits. The power dissipation due to internalcircuitry is very low. If the PMC installed has high heat dissipation; forced air isrecommended.The PCIBPMC() series has fan capability. If your PMC is “hot” please consider thebridged carriers and choose a FAN option to keep your hardware cool. Alternativelyyour PC may have sufficient air movement within the chassis to use the passive coolingdesigned into the PCI2PMC.