FUNCTION/FEATURES
- Twelve RJ45 receptacles for direct access to 68G5E Gigabit Ethernet switch ports
- Inboard 44-pin Harwin Datamate connector for optional 68G5E I/O module signals
- Double-width (double-slot) VPX RTM with 10HP / 2.0” pitch panel
- Rear chassis I/O panel with standard IEEE-style latching handle
- Purpose-built and mechanically optimized for seamless integration with NAI’s 68G5E switch card
DESCRIPTION
The 68RTG5E is a double-wide Rear Transition Module (RTM) for 3U VPX/OpenVPX systems requiring robust rear-panel I/O connectivity. Optimized for the 68G5E Ethernet Switch Card, it routes signals from VPX RTM P0–P2 connectors to external interfaces for seamless network integration. The module provides 16 RJ45 jacks (12 front panel, 4 inboard) for Ethernet access and a 44-pin Harwin Datamate inboard connector for multifunction I/O. A standard IEEE-style card handle ensures secure latching and easy extraction from the rear backplane slot.
PART NUMBER
| 68RTG5E-1: | 68G5E Switch RTM, configured for 16 switch ports support, only |
| 68RTG5E-2: | 68G5E Switch RTM, configured for 12 switch ports and MFIO function module support |
ENVIRONMENTAL & MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification |
| Operating Temperature: | 0°C to 70°C (typical, contact factory for extended temperature) |
| Storage Temperature: | -40°C to 85°C |
| Humidity: | 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Protective Covering: | Solder mask on both sides of the board (Conformal coating available by request) |
| Size: | 3U Height: 128.4 mm (H), Depth: 80.0 mm (D) |
| Panel Notes: | Front panel width: ~1.6” (≈ 40.6 mm); defined as 10 HP (2.0”) to allow ~0.4” gap for cable clearance |
| Weight: | 12 oz (340 g) |
| I/O Interface | |
| RTM I/O Connectors: | 12x RJ45 jacks (2 x 6), switch ports 1-12 on front panel 4x RJ45 jacks, switch ports 13-16, inboard, vertical 1x RJ45 jack, switch maintenance port, inboard, vertical 1x Harwin Datamate 44-pin male connectors, 2 mm, Harwin P/N M80-5114422 |
| RTM External I/O Mate Kit: (68RTG5E-2 only) | One I/O mating connector kit for the Harwin 44-pin connectors is supplied with this card. 44-pin male connectors, 2mm, Harwin P/N M80-5114422, Mate kit: "Custom Hood Kit" part # M80C108448C (or equivalent); Includes connector, backshell, pins & jackscrews. Additional mating connector kit(s) may be purchased separately under NAI P/N 05-0119 (Contact Factory). |
MECHANICAL LAYOUT
Note
Because the 68RTG5E is a double-wide (1.6” + 0.4” gap panel) board, with vertical inboard connectors (for the applicable options), additional considerations for cable “access” may be required. E.g.
- “Inboard” vertical RJ45 jacks (switch ports 13-16 and maintenance port) may benefit from use of “flat” CAT 6 Ethernet cable.
- I/O module (J7) access – socket header IDC or similar may be utilized.
RTM I/O CONNECTIONS(S)
REVISION HISTORY
| 68RTG5E Data Sheet Revision History | ||
| Revision | Revision Date | Description |
| A | 2025-04-08 | Initial release (68RTG5E Data Sheet Rev. A). |
DOCS.NAII REVISIONS
| Revision Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | Updated documentation to docs.naii format. |
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