Weighing just 45 lbs. with 4500W of power and a 21-slot VXS backplane, the S42 incorporates Tracewell’s advanced “Light Rigid Core Enclosure Structure”. The LRCESTM process utilizes advanced laser weld manufacturing techniques to produce a highly rigid lightweight structure while maintaining the design flexibility of conventional sheet metal. The result is an exceptionally light and rigid platform that is capable of withstanding 30Gs and meets MIL-STD-461 shielding requirements. The Tracewell-designed modular power system is MIL-STD-704 compatible. Each of up to five 900W power modules plugs directly into the backplane, eliminating cabling and providing excellent dynamic current performance. The S42 is available with a VXS (VITA 41) backplane that has been optimized and simulated for speeds up to 10 Gb/s. Precision design, low-loss PCB material, and back-drilling have all been incorporated in order to achieve these speeds. Other backplane options are also available, including VME64x. The cooling system provides sufficient airflow to cool more than 200W per slot at sea level with a 50 deg. C inlet air temperature. Even at an altitude of 10,000 feet the system can cool more than 85W per slot. In low temperature environments, an Ethernet-based health monitor automatically manages start-up down to -40 deg. C. This monitor further provides remote power control and real-time power, cooling, and temperature status.

The S42 from Tracewell Systems delivers innovative design, high-power, and exceptional performance, all in a highly adaptive, lightweight, rugged package.