February 19, 2008 -- Elma Electronic Inc. has introduced its E-Frame open frame chassis for test/debugging purposes. The unit does not have side or back walls around the card cage area, leaving it open for easy access.
According to Elma, the E-frame was designed with the high (and flexible) power and cooling requirements for VPX (VITA 46/48) systems. However, any 3U or 6U backplanes can be used. This includes VME/64x, VXS, CompactPCI, and other backplane architectures.
With a rugged modular aluminum construction, the E-frame tower can support up to 21 slots at .8" or 17 slots at 1" pitch. Front accessible test points and monitoring LEDs support all VME, VPX, VXS, and cPCI voltages. This includes +3.3V, +/-5V, +/- 12V, +/- 24V, and +/- 48VDC.
The E-frame features high performance cooling capability with 3 x 150 CFM fans located under the card cage. The fans are speed controlled with fan fail indication. A system monitor with remote monitoring via Ethernet capability is optional. The Type 39E Portable Tower version of the product has a convenient carrying handle.
The unit's black-coated powder coated finish of the E-frame enhances aesthetics. Other features include a Rear A/C PEM (Power Entry Module) with fuses, GND Stud, Front located ESD jacks. The unit also offers full RTM (rear transition module) support.
