The **M2AS1-4422-R2** is a specialized high-speed connector component, typically associated with the **M.2 (NGFF)** interface standards used in industrial and consumer electronics for storage and wireless modules. --- ### 1. Component Identification This part number belongs to a series of M.2 (Next Generation Form Factor) connectors designed for high-density surface mount (SMT) applications. | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Interface Type** | M.2 (NGFF) | | **Mounting Type** | Surface Mount (SMT) / Right Angle | | **Number of Pins** | 67-75 Positions (Depending on Keying) | | **Keying Type** | Usually "M-Key" or "B-Key" (Standard for NVMe SSDs) | | **Pitch** | 0.50 mm | | **Height** | 4.2mm (Commonly denoted by the "4422" segment) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Characteristics The M2AS1 series is engineered to handle high-frequency signals while maintaining physical durability. * **Signal Integrity:** Designed to support PCIe Gen 3/Gen 4, SATA 3.0, and USB 3.0 high-speed data protocols. * **Current Rating:** Typically 0.5A per pin. * **Voltage Rating:** 50V AC/DC. * **Durability:** Rated for approximately 60 to 100 mating cycles. * **Thermal Performance:** Operating range usually falls between -40°C to +85°C. --- ### 3. Pin Configuration and Geometry The suffix **R2** usually refers to a specific revision or a packaging style (such as Tape and Reel for automated assembly). | Section | Detail | | :--- | :--- | | **Housing Material** | High-Temperature Thermoplastic (LCP) - UL 94V-0 Rated | | **Contact Material** | Copper Alloy | | **Plating** | Gold plating on contact area; Tin on solder tails | | **Standoff Height** | 4.2mm (allows for components to be mounted underneath the M.2 card) | --- ### 4. Implementation Example In a typical circuit design, this connector would be footprinted on a PCB as follows: ```c // Pseudo-code representation of a PCB Footprint Definition Define Footprint "M2AS1-4422-R2" { Pad_Count = 67; Pitch = 0.5mm; Orientation = Right_Angle; Mounting = SMT; Mechanical_Hole = 2; // For alignment pins } ``` ---