GbX-L™ Backplane Press-In Tool
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WITH
62201-95XX
RAIL
Figure 1
ALONE
GbX-L™
Backplane Module
Installation
Press-In Tool
Application Tooling
Specification Sheet Order No. 62202-2026
FEATURES
Polarized tool prevents product damage
Tool provides uniform distribution of press force across entire pin array
May be used as a stand-alone tool or mounted in an optional holder with other Molex press-in tools
SCOPE
Products: GbX-L™ Backplane Signal Module Assembly, 75465 Series, (4-Pair by 25 Column Assemblies). See
Product List below for specific part numbers.
Product List
The following is a partial list of the product order numbers and their specifications this tool is designed to run.
Updates to this list are available on www.molex.com.
Series No.
Guide Style
Columns
Assembly Order Number
75465
Open Wall 25
75465
-
0200
75465
-
0201
75465
-
0202
75465
-
0203
75465
-
0204
75465
-
0205
75465
-
0207
75465
-
0208
75465
-
0209
Left End 25
75465
-
2210
75465
-
2211
75465
-
2212
75465
-
2213
75465
-
2214
75465
-
2215
75465
-
2217
75465
-
2218
75465
-
2219
75465
-
2220
75465
-
2221
75465
-
2222
75465
-
2223
75465
-
2224
75465
-
2225
75465
-
2227
75465
-
2228
75465
-
2229
Right End 25
7
5465
-
4210
75465
-
4211
75465
-
4212
75465
-
4213
75465
-
4214
75465
-
4215
75465
-
4217
75465
-
4218
75465
-
4219
75465
-
4220
75465
-
4221
75465
-
4222
75465
-
4223
75465
-
4224
75465
-
4225
75465
-
4227
75465
-
4228
75465
-
4229
Tool Setup
Depending on the number of connectors to be
installed and/or the press used, this tool can be used
alone or with a group of press-in tools, mounted in a
62201-95XX rail (ordered separately). See Figure 1.
GbX-L™ Backplane Press-In Tool
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Tool Installation
The 62201-95XX rail is available in a variety of lengths to accommodate multiple press-in tools.
Rail Part Number
Rail Overall Length
62201
-
9501
24mm (0.94 in)
62201
-
9502
72mm (2.83 in)
62201
-
9503
156mm (6.14 in)
62201
-
9504
216mm (8.50 in)
62201
-
9509
254mm (10.0 in)
62201
-
9511
305mm (12.0 in)
Reference: This Press-In Tool is 46.2mm (1.82 in.) long.
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Support
The GbX-U™ connectors require a significant amount of force per pin to press into the PCB. To prevent excessive
PCB flexure and/or damage to the PCB, a support plate is strongly recommended directly beneath the connector
hole pattern.
Due to the custom nature of every application, Molex does not offer any PCB support plate. The customer must
furnish their own support plate.
When creating the PCB support plate, remember to allow clearance for the connector pins as they pass through
the PCB thickness.
Press Equipment Recommendations
Many types of presses can be used to install GbX-L™ connectors, but to assure consistent connector installation
Molex recommends the following press criteria:
1. The capability to detect force variations as low as 4.5kg (10 lb) during the press-in cycle; excessive force
measurements should stop the press-in cycle.
2. The rate of pressing can be regulated as low as 0.13mm (0.005 in) per second.
3. Press stroke control to within 0.25mm (0.010 in).
4. Total press stroke must be at least 19mm (0.75 in).
5. For statistical purposes, automatic collection of force and distance data.
Tool Operation
1. Carefully insert, by hand, the backplane signal module(s) into the PCB hole pattern. Make sure the
connector(s) are oriented properly by confirming the location of the #1 circuit notch with respect to the PCB
layout.
GbX-L™ Backplane Press-In Tool
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Figure 2
SLOT IN MODULE
ASSEMBLY
ORIENTATION
PEG
PRESS
-
IN
TOOL
PCB
ORIENTATION
PEG
MODULE ASSEMBLY
Figure 3
.25
.010
MAX.
2. Insert the application tool into the header assembly with
the orientation peg on the tool entering the #1 circuit notch
at the top of the connector housing. See Figure 2.
3. Using the application tool and an appropriate press, seat
the header assembly until there is less than 0.25mm (.010
in) clearance between the bottom of the plastic housing
and the surface of the PCB. See Figure 3.
There should be no broken stand-offs along the perimeter of the part (an indication of over-pressing).
CAUTION: To prevent injury, never operate any press without the guards in place. Refer to the press
manufacturer’s instruction manual.
CAUTION: Molex application tooling specifications are valid only when used with Molex connectors and tooling.
Contact Information
For more information on Molex application tooling please contact Molex at 1-800-786-6539.
Visit our Web site at http://www.molex.com
