Intermediate cable organizer and overmold

Abstract

Cable organizers and overmolds are described for stress and strain relief in pluggable module and associated cable assembly termination assemblies. An example termination assembly includes a printed circuit board (PCB), a board edge cable organizer secured along an edge of the PCB, and a cable extending to and electrically coupled with the PCB. The board edge cable organizer includes a plurality of cable channels. The cable extends in and along a cable channel of the board edge cable organizer prior to termination to the PCB. In some examples, the board edge cable organizer can be secured in a cantilevered arrangement on an edge of the PCB. The board edge cable organizer can also include cable channels on a first side and a second side of the board edge cable organizer, and first and second cables can extend along the cable channels on the first side and the second side of the board edge cable organizer prior to termination to the PCB.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to an intermediate cable retainer and a covered molding part. Background Technology

[0002] The amount of data processed by computers, computing systems, and computing environments continues to increase. For example, a data center can comprise hundreds of computing and network systems interconnected using fiber optic cables, copper cables, and various connectors, cable assemblies, and termination structures between them. The data throughput of these interconnects is high and constantly increasing. As an example, many data centers include a combination of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE), 25GbE, 50GbE, and 100GbE network interfaces and interconnects. 200GbE, 400GbE, and 800GbE interconnect technologies are also being developed and deployed. Other interconnect solutions rely on 56 gigabits per second (Gb / s), 112Gb / s, and 224Gb / s interconnect technologies, and interconnect technologies are constantly being developed to support even higher data rates. A range of cable assemblies are available for data interconnection. Depending on the requirements of the data communication environment using connectors, there are many designs for various cable assemblies.

[0003] The Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) module format is a compact, hot-pluggable network interface module format used for data interconnection, and SFP modules are commonly used for interconnection in data centers. An SFP interface on a computing or network system is a modular slot for a media-specific transceiver, such as a fiber optic or copper cable assembly. The cable assembly can include an SFP pluggable transceiver module at one or both ends of a copper, fiber optic, or other type of interconnect cable. The SFP pluggable transceiver module can be inserted into the SFP interface for data interconnection. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Certain aspects of the concepts and embodiments described herein are summarized below. These aspects are representative but not exhaustive. In alternative embodiments, certain features and elements may be added, omitted, or interchanged with each other. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will be able to obtain variations, extensions, and modifications to the exemplary embodiments without departing from the concept, to cover equivalent and related structures.

[0005] This paper describes several aspects of cable organizers and overmolded components for stress and strain relief in termination assemblies of pluggable modules and related components, including SFP pluggable modules. In SFPs and related pluggable modules, the termination assemblies, cable organizers, overmolded components, and other features described herein can be relied upon, but the concept can also be extended to other types of modules and termination assemblies. An example termination assembly includes: a printed circuit board (PCB); an edge cable organizer fixed along one edge of the PCB; and a cable extending to and electrically connected to the PCB. The edge cable organizer includes one or more cable channels. Before termination to the PCB, the cable is in one cable channel of the edge cable organizer and extends along the cable channel of the edge cable organizer. In some examples, the edge cable organizer can be cantilevered and fixed to the edge of the PCB. Another example termination assembly includes: a printed circuit board; an edge cable organizer fixed along one edge of the printed circuit board; and a cable extending along the edge cable organizer and electrically connected to the printed circuit board.

[0006] In other aspects, the termination assembly may also include an inline cable organizer. In this case, the cable can extend from one end through the inline cable organizer, through the cable channel of the edge cable organizer, and along the cable channel of the edge cable organizer to the printed circuit board. The termination assembly may also include a cable bundle overmolding. In that case, the cable can extend from one end through the inline cable organizer, through the cable bundle overmolding, through the cable channel of the edge cable organizer, and along the cable channel of the edge cable organizer to the printed circuit board.

[0007] In other examples, the termination assembly may include multiple cables and multiple in-line cable organizers, wherein a first cable extends through a first in-line cable organizer, and a second cable extends through a second in-line cable organizer. The first in-line cable organizer may be separated from the edge cable organizer by a first distance, and the second in-line cable organizer may be separated from the edge cable organizer by a second distance, the second distance being different from the first distance.

[0008] In other aspects, the edge cable organizer may also include a board-side mounting surface, multiple mounting posts, and multiple cable channels. In some cases, the edge cable organizer may also include an edge abutment surface. The board-side mounting surface may face the top surface of the printed circuit board, and when the edge cable organizer is mounted to the printed circuit board, the edge abutment surface may face a rear edge of the printed circuit board. Furthermore, the mounting posts may extend through mounting openings on the printed circuit board from the top surface to the bottom surface. Each mounting post may include a fastening head on the bottom surface of the printed circuit board.

[0009] In some cases, the edge cable organizer may further include a plurality of cable channels and a cable separator between two of the cable channels. In some cases, the cable separator may include a cable bumper extending beyond one end face of the cable separator. The edge cable organizer may further include: a plurality of first cable channels on a first side of the edge cable organizer; and a plurality of second cable channels on a second side of the edge cable organizer. A first cable may be in a first cable channel on the first side of the edge cable organizer and extend along the first cable channel on the first side of the edge cable organizer, and a second cable may be in a second cable channel on the second side of the edge cable organizer and extend along the second cable channel on the second side of the edge cable organizer. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Many aspects of this disclosure can be better understood by referring to the following accompanying drawings. The components in the drawings are not necessarily to scale, but the emphasis is on clearly illustrating the principles of this disclosure. Furthermore, similar reference numerals throughout the drawings denote corresponding parts.

[0011] Figure 1 A perspective view of one end of a cable assembly according to various aspects of this disclosure is shown.

[0012] Figure 2A This disclosure illustrates various aspects of the invention for use in the production of... Figure 1 A perspective view of a cable assembly, a cable bundle, a printed circuit board (PCB), and a termination assembly.

[0013] Figure 2B This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A side view of the PCB and termination components shown.

[0014] Figure 2C This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A detailed 3D view of the PCB and termination components shown.

[0015] Figure 2DThis disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A perspective view of the end of a cable in the termination assembly shown.

[0016] Figure 2E This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A Another perspective view of the PCB and termination components shown.

[0017] Figure 2F This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A Another perspective view of the PCB and termination assembly is shown, in which some components are omitted.

[0018] Figure 2G A perspective view of a PCB and termination assembly according to another example of various aspects of this disclosure is shown, wherein some components are omitted.

[0019] Figure 3A This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A top-view perspective view of the PCB and the board edge cable organizer shown.

[0020] Figure 3B This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A The diagram shows a bottom-view perspective of the PCB and the board edge cable organizer.

[0021] Figure 3C This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A top-view perspective view showing the PCB and the edge cable organizer separated from each other.

[0022] Figure 3D This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2G A top-view perspective view of the PCB and the board edge cable organizer shown.

[0023] Figure 3E This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2G The diagram shows a bottom-view perspective of the PCB and the board edge cable organizer.

[0024] Figure 3F This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2G A top-view perspective view showing the PCB and the edge cable organizer separated from each other.

[0025] Figure 4A This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A perspective view of the board edge cable organizer shown.

[0026] Figure 4B This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A A front view of the board edge cable organizer shown.

[0027] Figure 4C This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2A The image shows a side view of the edge cable organizer.

[0028] Figure 5A This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2F The AA-specified PCB and termination components are cross-sectional views.

[0029] Figure 5B This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2F The BB-specified PCB and termination components are cross-sectional views. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The amount of data processed by computers, computing systems, and computing environments continues to increase. For example, a data center can comprise hundreds of computing and network systems interconnected using fiber optic cables, copper cables, and various connectors, cable assemblies, and termination structures between them. The Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) module format can be a compact, hot-pluggable network interface module format for data interconnection. SFP pluggable transceiver modules can be inserted into an SFP interface for data interconnection. An SFP interface on a computing or network system can be a modular slot for a media-specific transceiver, such as a copper cable or fiber optic transceiver. Cable assemblies can include SFP pluggable transceiver modules at one or both ends of a copper, fiber optic, or other type of interconnect cable or cable bundle.

[0031] A range of SFP pluggable transceiver modules are currently available, including Small Form Factor Pluggable Dual Density (SFP-DD), Compact Small Form Factor Pluggable (cSFP), SFP+, Quad Small Form Factor Pluggable (QSFP), Quad Small Form Factor Pluggable Dual Density (QSFP-DD), and Eight-Channel Small Form Factor Pluggable (OSFP). SFP pluggable transceiver modules typically include one or more printed circuit boards (PCBs) in which one or more semiconductor circuit devices or chips and other wiring are mounted. An Active Cable (AEC) assembly can include one or more SFP pluggable transceiver modules at the free end of a cable or cable bundle. An AEC assembly can include a PCB and multiple semiconductor chips for signal retiming, noise reduction, signal integrity improvement, and other functions. Other types of cable assemblies, including passive cable assemblies, can also be included within the PCB housing of the pluggable module.

[0032] In the scenario described above, various aspects of cable organizers and overmolded components are illustrated for stress and strain relief in termination assemblies for pluggable modules and related components, including SFP pluggable modules. The concepts of cable organizers, overmolded components, and related features for stress and strain relief are not limited to use with any particular type of cable assembly, and the concepts can be applied to and extended to a range of active, passive, and related cable and terminal assemblies. In SFPs and related pluggable modules, the termination assemblies, cable organizers, overmolded components, and other features described herein can be relied upon, but the concepts can also be extended to use in other types of modules and termination assemblies. An example termination assembly includes: a printed circuit board (PCB); an edge cable organizer secured along one edge of the PCB; and a cable extending to and electrically connected to the PCB. The edge cable organizer includes one or more cable channels. Before termination to the PCB, the cable extends in and along one cable channel of the edge cable organizer. In some examples, the edge cable organizer can be cantilevered and fixed to the edge of the PCB. The edge cable organizer may also include cable channels on a first side and a second side of the edge cable organizer; and the first and second cables can extend along the cable channels on the first and second sides of the edge cable organizer before terminating at the PCB.

[0033] Turn to the attached diagram. Figure 1 A perspective view of a cable assembly 100 according to various aspects of this disclosure is shown. The cable assembly 100 is representative, not drawn to any particular size or scale, and is shown to provide an example scenario for modules and termination assemblies including cable organizers and overmolding for stress and strain relief between the cable and the PCB. The cable assembly 100 is not intended to be limited to any particular style or type of cable or cable assembly. As illustrated herein, the concept of using cable organizers and overmolding between the cable and the PCB is not limited to use with SFP modules. In a range of different assemblies including PCBs and cables, the aforementioned concept can be relied upon to maintain the mechanical robustness of the interface between the PCB and the cable, as well as other benefits.

[0034] Cable assembly 100 includes a pluggable transceiver module 102 (i.e., "module 102") at one end of a cable bundle 104. Cable assembly 100 is an example of an AEC or related type of cable assembly. Module 102 is described in further detail below. Module 102 is also representative, and the concepts described herein are applicable to a range of pluggable modules, including SFP, OSFP, SFP-DD, cSFP, SFP+, QSFP, QSFP-DD, and other types of pluggable modules.

[0035] Module 102 includes a shell or housing surrounding a number of components, such as at least one PCB 130, one or more semiconductor chips mounted on the PCB 130, other wiring, and other components. The shell includes an upper shell 112, a lower shell 114, and other components. The upper shell 112 and lower shell 114 of module 102 can be embodied in or formed of a metal or metal alloy, but can also rely on other types of materials. In one example, the upper shell 112 and lower shell 114 can be embodied in die-cast zinc, a zinc alloy, or other metal or metal alloy and in some cases can be plated.

[0036] Cable bundle 104 can include a plurality of cables with signal conductors, ground conductors, and / or shielded conductors. In one example, cable bundle 104 includes a plurality of twinaxial cables, also known as twinax cables. Each twinax cable can include a pair of conductors surrounded by a dielectric insulator or insulating material, a shield, one or more shielded conductors, a sheath, and other features or components. Twinax cables are particularly suitable for use in short-range, high-speed differential data signaling applications. In some cases, cable bundle 104 can be embodied as cables other than twinax cables, including twisted-pair cables, shielded twisted-pair cables, single-conductor cables, shielded single-conductor cables, single-conductor coaxial cables, and other types of cables. The concepts described herein are not limited to use with any particular type or style of cable, and the concepts can also be applied to fiber optic and other types of cables.

[0037] In some cases, cables with larger conductors (e.g., smaller American standard wire size (AWG) conductors) are preferred or required to facilitate higher data throughput. However, larger conductors can transmit and apply greater forces, including at the conductor termination points with the PCB and other termination points. Therefore, using cables with larger conductors also increases the likelihood that the cable conductor may break off from the PCB at the conductor termination point, especially when forces are applied between the cable and the PCB. As an example, the cable organizers and overmolded components described herein can facilitate stress and strain relief in the use of larger termination assemblies and provide other strain and stress relief benefits.

[0038] Figure 2A Show Figure 1 A perspective view of the PCB 130 of the cable assembly 100 and the cable bundle 104 shown, and Figure 2B A side view of PCB 130 and cable bundle 104 is shown. Cable bundle 104 includes a plurality of shielded cables 106 (i.e., “cables 106”), and cables 106 extend and terminate at PCB 130. Therefore, as Figure 2A and Figure 2B As shown, each cable 106 extends and can be electrically connected to PCB 130, and Figure 2A and Figure 2B Show Figure 1 An example termination component of the cable assembly 100 shown. Figure 2A and Figure 2B A representative example of a termination assembly is shown, comprising a cable straightener and overmolded portion for stress and strain relief between cable 106 and PCB 130. The concepts described herein can be extended for use with other types of termination assemblies, cables, and PCBs.

[0039] Reference Figure 2A and Figure 2B Between these, PCB 130 includes a top surface 132 and a bottom surface 134. PCB 130 can be embodied as a printed circuit board comprising a stack of metal layers and dielectric insulating material. One or more semiconductor chips and other circuit components can be electrically connected to and mounted on PCB 130 and electrically interconnected with each other by metal traces of PCB 130. PCB 130 includes a PCB-style end interface at the end of module 102 (see [link]). Figure 1 ).

[0040] In the example shown, cable bundle 104 includes multiple shielded cables 106, including cables 10A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D (see also...). Figure 5B Each cable 106 may be a biaxial cable as shown in the example. Cable 106 has conductors that are electrically connected to and terminated on PCB 130. As described in further detail below, the signal conductor of cable 106 can be electrically connected to and terminated on signal or trace contact pads on PCB 130. The ground or shielded conductor of cable 106 can also be electrically connected to and terminated on ground contact pads or surface areas of PCB 130. More specifically, the signal and ground conductors of cables 10A-10D and 20A-20D extend and can be electrically connected to contact pads on the top surface 132 of PCB 130. The signal and ground conductors of cables 30A-30D and 40A-40D extend and can be electrically connected to contact pads on the bottom surface 134 of PCB 130.

[0041] In some cases, a subset of cables 106 can be relied upon for data reception (e.g., data RX), while another subset of cables 106 can be relied upon for data transmission (e.g., data TX). In some cases, the spacing between the vertical axes of adjacent cables in a row can be the same, regardless of whether the cables are relied upon for RX or TX. In other cases, the spacing between the vertical axes of adjacent cables can vary. The spacing between the vertical axes of adjacent cables can vary within the same row, between two or more different rows, or between the same row and different rows. As an example, the spacing can vary depending on whether the cables are relied upon for data RX or TX and other reasons.

[0042] Cable 106 can be organized and supported by a plate-edge cable organizer 200 (i.e., "cable organizer 200"), inline cable organizers 270-273 (i.e., "cable organizers 270-273"), and a cable bundle covering mold 280. The number of inline cable organizers 270-273 can vary depending on design requirements, and the shape, size, and position of the inline cable organizers 270-273 can vary relative to the indicated values. Cable organizers 200, 270-273, and cable bundle covering mold 280 provide... Figure 2A and Figure 2B The termination assembly shown provides stress and strain relief and mechanical and electrical connection support between cable 106 and PCB 130. An edge cable organizer 200 is secured along one edge of PCB 130. In the example shown, the edge cable organizer 200 is secured along one edge of PCB 130 and extends in a cantilever arrangement along the edge of PCB 130, as... Figure 3A and Figure 3B As best shown. Starting from cable bundle 104, cable 106 extends through inline cable organizers 270-273, through cable bundle overlay 280, and extends along the cable channel in edge cable organizer 200. From the cable channel in edge cable organizer 200, the cable extends and can be terminated (e.g., electrically connected to) PCB 130.

[0043] The edge cable organizer 200 can be formed from a plastic or polymer such as polycarbonate (PC), liquid crystal polymer (LCP), polyethylene (PE), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), fluoropolymers, or other plastics or insulating materials. The cable organizer 200 is formed using any suitable additive or subtractive manufacturing technique, including molding, injection molding, printing, and other techniques. In some cases, the outer surface or certain surface areas of the cable organizer 200 can be plated with one or more conductive metals, and the cable organizer 200 can be embodied in a plated plastic component. In other cases, the edge cable organizer 200 can be formed from a conductive material, such as one or more metals or metal alloys. The edge cable organizer 200 includes a plurality of cable channels, a plate-side mounting surface, a plate-edge abutment surface, mounting posts and fastening heads formed at the ends of the mounting posts, and other features. These and other aspects of the edge cable organizer 200 are described below. Figures 4A to 4C illustrate.

[0044] The inline cable organizers 270-273 can also be formed from a plastic or polymer such as LCP, PE, PTFE, fluoropolymers, or other plastic materials. The cable organizers 270-273 can be formed using any suitable additive or subtractive manufacturing technique, including molding, overmolding, injection molding, printing, and other techniques. In one embodiment, the cables 106 can be organized into multiple rows or groups, such as a group of cables 10A-10D, a group of cables 20A-20D, a group of cables 30A-30D, and a group of cables 40A-40D (see also...). Figure 5B Cable organizer 273 can be molded around a group of cables 10A-10D. Cable organizer 272 can be molded around a group of cables 20A-20D. Cable organizer 271 can be molded around a group of cables 30A-30D, and cable organizer 270 can be molded around a group of cables 40A-40D. In other cases, cable organizers 270-273 can be formed individually, and groups of cables 106 can be inserted through openings or openings in the cable organizers 270-273. In some cases, the outer surface or certain surface areas of cable organizers 270-273 can be plated with one or more conductive metals, and cable organizers 270-273 can be embodied in a plated plastic component. In one embodiment, each of the in-line cable organizers 270-273 can be a separate component, object, or member. In other cases, the four in-line cable organizers 270-273 can be formed as a single (e.g., integrated) component, object, or assembly.

[0045] The cable harness overmolded part 280 can also be formed from a plastic or polymer such as PC, LCP, PE, PTFE, fluoropolymers, or other plastic materials. In one case, the cable harness overmolded part 280 can be formed using an additive manufacturing, injection molding, or overmolding technique. For example, the cable 106 can be arranged and assembled with the edge cable organizer 200 and the in-line cable organizers 270-273. Subsequently, the assembly of the cable 106 with the cable organizers 200, 270-273 can be inserted into a mold, and a polymer can be injected into the mold and between the cable organizers 200 and 270-273 to form the cable harness overmolded part 280 between the cable organizers 200 and 270-273. These and other aspects of the cable harness overmolded part 280 are further described in detail below.

[0046] Figure 2C Show Figure 2A A detailed perspective view of PCB 130 and termination components is shown. Figure 2C This illustrates how cables 10A-10D and 20A-20D are terminated at and connected to PCB 130. As an example, Figure 2D It also shows Figure 2C A perspective view of the end of cable 10C in the termination assembly shown. (Refer to...) Figure 2C and Figure 2D Between them, cable 10C includes two signal conductors 11A and 11B for data communication. Within cable 10C, signal conductors 11A and 11B are surrounded by a core of dielectric insulating material 13, such as a solid or low-density polyolefin, PE, PTFE, fluoropolymer, or other plastic or insulating material. Cable 10C also includes a shield 14 surrounding the dielectric insulating material 13 (see [link to shield]). Figure 2D ), two shielded conductors 12A and 12B and an outer sheath 15. Cables 10A, 10B, 10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D and 40A-40D are each similar to cable 10A.

[0047] Signal conductors 11A and 11B can be copper, copper-clad steel, or other metals. In some cases, the conductors may include an outer plating of silver or other metals. The conductors can vary in gauge, such as between 22-34 AWG, but other standard sizes can be used in biaxial cables. Data signals can be differentially connected to the two signal conductors 11A and 11B, and the cable 10C can be used to communicate data using a range of modulation and signal transmission techniques. The two conductors 11A and 11B are electrically connected to their respective signal contact pads on the PCB 130.

[0048] Cable 10C includes a shield 14 surrounding dielectric insulation material 13 (see Figure 2D The shielding element 14 can be embodied as a relatively thin layer of conductive material, such as aluminum, copper, or other conductive shielding layer, surrounding and covering the outer surface of the dielectric insulating material 13. The shielded conductors 12A and 12B can be embodied as aluminum, copper, or other metallic conductors. The shielded conductors 12A and 12B can vary in standard size and can be a standard size larger or smaller than the signal conductors 11A and 11B. The shielded conductors 12A and 12B contact and electrically connect to the shielding element 14. When the termination assembly is assembled, the shielded conductors 12A and 12B are also electrically connected to their respective grounding contact pads on the PCB 130, such as... Figure 2C As shown.

[0049] The sheath 15 of cable 10C can be made of any suitable material that provides protection and allows sufficient flexibility for cable 10C, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyurethane, chlorinated PE, or other thermoplastic, thermosetting, or related materials. The sheath 15 of cable 10C includes an opening 16. The opening 16 exposes a surface area 14A of the shield 14, such as... Figure 2D As shown. Opening 16 is located near the end of cable 10C. The shape, size, and location of opening 16 are shown in a representative example. Figure 2D In other cases, the opening 16 can be larger, smaller, and located through the sheath 15 in different positions. The opening 16 can also be formed as a notch or cut from one end edge of the sheath 15 of the cable 10C. The opening 16 can be formed by any suitable process or technique, including ablation, cutting, scoring, or other methods using a laser or other heat source. Any or all of cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D can include an opening similar to the opening 16.

[0050] Although Figure 2C The view is obscured, but PCB 130 includes rows of shielded termination recesses. See below for the shielded termination recesses. Figure 3A and Figure 3B Further explanation: The shielding termination recess can be a partial opening or aperture that extends into but does not penetrate the PCB 130. The PCB 130 includes a shielding termination recess formed on a top surface 132 and a shielding termination recess formed on a bottom surface 134. In some embodiments, a surface area of ​​a ground plane of the PCB 130 is exposed within the shielding termination recess.

[0051] The ends of cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D are located in the termination recesses of the shielding, and the cables are electrically connected to PCB 130 within these recesses. See below for reference. Figure 3A and Figure 3B To elaborate further, conductive inlays can also be located between the ends of cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D and the shield termination recesses. For example, the end of cable 10C is located in shield termination recess 60C (see...). Figure 3A In, and a conductive insert 70C (see) Figure 3A Located between cable 10C and termination recess 60C. Conductive insert 70C provides, for example... Figure 2D An enhanced electrical connection is provided between the exposed surface area 14A of the shield 14 of the cable 10C shown and the exposed ground plane of the PCB 130 within the termination recess 60C. These and other aspects of the embodiment are further described in detail below.

[0052] Figure 2C The diagram also illustrates how cable 106 is organized and supported by edge cable organizer 200, inline cable organizers 270-273, and cable bundle overlay 280. Cable organizers 200, 270-273, and cable bundle overlay 280 support the mechanical and electrical connection between cable 106 and PCB 130. Edge cable organizer 200 is secured along the trailing edge of PCB 130. In the example shown, edge cable organizer 200 is secured along one edge of PCB 130 and extends along that edge in a cantilever arrangement.

[0053] Figure 2C A shielding wall 50A located between cables 10B and 10C is also shown. The termination assembly may also include additional shielding walls between other cables. Shielding wall 50A can be embodied as a metallic shield and electrically connected to a grounding contact pad on the top surface 132 of PCB 130. For cables 10B and 10C, shielding wall 50A can be installed between recesses 60B and 60C and located on PCB 130 (see [link]). Figure 3A Other shielding walls can be surface-mounted between other cables and other recesses, and on other surfaces of PCB130. The overall shape, size, and thickness of shielding wall 50A can be relatively... Figure 2C The example variation is shown. In some cases, the shielding wall 50A can be omitted from the component.

[0054] Figure 2E and Figure 2F Show Figure 2A Another perspective view of PCB 130 and termination assembly shown. Cable harness overmolded part 280 from... Figure 2F The view is omitted. Figure 2E and Figure 2FIt also shows how cable 106 is organized and supported by edge cable organizer 200, in-line cable organizers 270-273, and cable bundle covering mold 280. (Comparison) Figure 2F and Figure 2E The cable bundle overmolding 280 is clearly molded on and around the edge cable organizer 200 and the cable 106 extending along the cable channel on the edge cable organizer 200. The cable 106 extends through the in-line cable organizers 270-273 and through the cable bundle overmolding 280. Alternatively, rows of cables 106 extend along the cable channel formed on the edge cable organizer 200. The cable channel of the edge cable organizer 200 is shown below. Figures 4A to 4C Note: Although cable 106 extends across (e.g., rather than through) the edge cable organizer 200, cable 106 is secured to the edge cable organizer 200 by a cable bundle overmolding 280, which can be formed (e.g., molded) on cable 106 and around the edge cable organizer 200. However, in some cases, the cable bundle overmolding 280 can be omitted, and it may not be necessary to use the cable bundle overmolding 280 to secure cable 106 to the edge cable organizer 200 in all embodiments.

[0055] Figure 2G A perspective view of another example PCB 130A and termination assembly is shown. Figure 2G The components shown are similar to Figures 2A to 2F The components shown and described above, but the inline cable organizers 270-273 are arranged in a different manner. Figure 2G The 200A edge cable organizer in the middle is different from the one in the middle. Figures 2A to 2F The board edge cable organizer 200 shown, and Figure 2G The cable harness overmolded part 280A is different from Figures 2A to 2F The cable bundle covering molded part 280 shown. Figure 2G The PCB 130A shown is also related to Figures 2A to 2F The example shown is an alternative to PCB 130.

[0056] The cable bundle overmolded part 280A is partially molded on and around the edge cable organizer 200A and the cable 106 extending along the grooves on the edge cable organizer 200A. The cable 106 extends through the in-line cable organizers 270-273 and through the cable bundle overmolded part 280A. Rows of cables 106 extend along cable channels formed on the edge cable organizer 200A, which is referred to below. Figure 3Dand Figure 3E More detailed description. Although cable 106 extends across (e.g., rather than through) the edge cable organizer 200A, cable 106 is secured to the edge cable organizer 200A by a cable bundle overmolding 280A, which can be formed (e.g., molded) on cable 106 and around the edge cable organizer 200A. However, in some cases, the cable bundle overmolding 280A can be omitted, and it may not be necessary to use the cable bundle overmolding 280A to secure cable 106 to the edge cable organizer 200A in all embodiments.

[0057] and Figures 2A to 2F Compared to the example shown, in Figure 2G In the example shown, the in-line cable organizers 270-273 are not located near or abutting the edge of the cable organizer 200A or the cable bundle covering 280. Instead, along the length of the cable 106, the in-line cable organizers 270-273 are separated from the cable organizer 200A and the covering 280A. The in-line cable organizers 270-273 and the covering 280A are also offset in distance and position relative to each other along the length of the cable 106. In the example shown, the in-line cable organizers 271, 273 and the covering 280A are separated along the cable 106 by a first distance D1. The in-line cable organizers 270, 272 and the covering 280A are separated by a second distance D2, which is greater than distance D1. Therefore, the four in-line cable organizers 270-273 are offset in position and separated from the covering 280A along the length of the cable 106. In other cases, the inline cable organizers 270 and 272 are also separated from the overmolded part 280A by a distance D1, while the inline cable organizers 271 and 273 can be separated from the overmolded part 280A by a distance D2. Additionally, Figures 2A to 2F The arrangement of the straight cable organizer shown can be combined with Figure 2G The arrangement of the inline cable organizers shown allows for a total of eight (8) instead of four (4) inline cable organizers.

[0058] The arrangement of the inline cable organizers 270-273, staggered relative to each other, allows the inline cable organizers 270-273 to be "nested" to a certain extent. Figure 2A and Figure 2B Compared to the arrangement shown, in Figure 2GIn the arrangement shown, the distance from the bottom of the inline cable organizer 270 to the top of the inline cable organizer 273 can be reduced. Staggering the inline cable organizers 270-273 and separating them from the overlay 280A also helps improve the flexibility between rows of cables 106 before the cables 106 are terminated at the PCB 130A, and other benefits. The distances D1 and D2 can vary between implementations depending on the overall size of the cable assembly and other factors. In a similar manner, the inline cable organizers 271, 273 are separated from the edge cable organizer 200A by a first distance along the cable 106. The inline cable organizers 270, 272 are separated from the edge cable organizer 200A by a second distance, which is greater than the first distance. Therefore, the four inline cable organizers 270-273 are staggered in position along the length of the cable 106 and separated from the edge cable organizer 200A.

[0059] The staggered arrangement of the in-line cable organizers 270-273 can also vary relative to the example shown. In the example shown, the corners of the in-line cable organizers 270-273 are aligned and may contact each other, but the in-line cable organizers 271 and 273 are staggered relative to the in-line cable organizers 270 and 272. In other embodiments, the in-line cable organizers 271 and 273 may be separated from or spaced apart from the in-line cable organizers 270 and 272, wherein a separating distance exists between them, so that the four in-line cable organizers 270-273 do not contact each other. In yet another example, the in-line cable organizers 271 and 273 may be staggered relative to the in-line cable organizers 270 and 272, wherein portions of the surfaces of the in-line cable organizers 271 and 273 overlap and contact portions of the surfaces of the in-line cable organizers 270 and 272.

[0060] Figure 3A Show Figure 2A A top-view perspective view of the PCB 130 and the board edge cable organizer 200, and Figure 3B Show Figure 2A The image shows a bottom-view perspective view of PCB 130 and the edge cable organizer 200. The shielding termination recesses 60A-60D and 61A-61D (i.e., "recesses") of PCB 130 are located in... Figure 3A It is visible in the middle, and the shielding termination recesses 62A-62D and 63A-63D of PCB 130 are in Figure 3B It is visible in the middle. Recesses 60A-60D and 61A-61D are recesses, partial openings or partial openings that extend from the top surface 132 into the PCB 130. Recesses 62A-62D and 63A-63D are recesses, partial openings or partial openings that extend from the bottom surface 134 into the PCB 130.

[0061] A surface area of ​​a ground plane of PCB 130 is exposed within each of recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D. For example, a surface area 80A of a ground plane of PCB 130 is exposed within recess 60A, such as... Figure 3A As shown. The sidewalls of each of the shielding termination recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D are also plated, conductive, and electrically connected to the ground plane of PCB 130. Therefore, the sidewalls of recess 60A are plated, conductive, and electrically connected to the surface area 80A exposed within recess 60A of the ground plane.

[0062] The dimensions and shapes of recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D are in... Figure 3A and Figure 3B The middle is representative. Recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D can vary in shape, size, and position as shown. PCB 130 can also include... Figure 3A and Figure 3B The diagram shows either more or fewer recesses. A row of recesses 60A-60D is offset from (e.g., misaligned) from a row of recesses 61A-61D to facilitate wiring of cables 10A-10D and 20A-20D, and other arrangements and positions are within the scope of the embodiment.

[0063] An example conductive insert 70C is also shown in Figure 3A Conductive insert 70C is located within recess 60C, but it should be recognized that in various embodiments, additional conductive inserts similar to conductive insert 70C can be located within any one or all of recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D. When the termination assembly is assembled, conductive foam inserts can be located between one end of the respective cable 106 and recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D. The conductive foam inserts can be embodied as flexible, elastic conductive foam and can provide enhanced grounding and signal integrity for the termination assembly. In some cases, conductive foam inserts can be secured within one or more of recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D using conductive paste or adhesive.

[0064] In some examples, the conductive foam insert can be formed in a U-shape or horseshoe shape (i.e., by cutting, shaping, manufacturing, etc.), but it can also be formed in other shapes. Examples of other shapes include strips, rectangles, squares, and inserts with protruding and curved sides. In some cases, two or more individual inserts can also be used in their respective recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, 63A-63D. In some cases, the insert can also include curved and beveled surfaces or surface areas. The conductive foam insert can also be formed (i.e., dimensionally defined) to fit within recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, where there may be a gap between the sidewalls of recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, 63A-63D and the conductive foam insert. However, when the conductive foam insert is compressed, the conductive foam insert can expand laterally and contact the conductive sidewalls of the recesses 60A-60D, 61A-61D, 62A-62D, and 63A-63D.

[0065] The material forming the conductive foam insert can be elastic and compressible to a certain extent. As an example, the conductive foam insert can be embodied in a polyurethane foam multilayer, which includes conductive materials such as copper, nickel, or other conductive metals or materials. In a particular example, the conductive foam insert can be embodied in conductive foams, foam tapes, or foam sheets such as P-SHIELD® brand PS-1323 and PS-1768 manufactured by Polymer Sciences, Inc., Monticello, Indiana, but can rely on other suitable types of conductive elastomeric materials or foam materials. The conductive foam insert can vary in thickness from 0.1 to 1.0 mm, with example thicknesses including 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.5 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.7 mm, 0.8 mm, 0.9 mm, and 1.0 mm, and can rely on other thicknesses. In another example, the conductive foam insert can vary in thickness from 0.5 to 2.0 mm, with example thicknesses including 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, and 2.0 mm, and other thicknesses are also possible.

[0066] When cable 10C is terminated at PCB 130, conductive foam insert 70C can be located in recess 60C, and cable 10C can be located on conductive foam insert 70C, wherein opening 16 on sheath 15 (see Figure 2DThe conductive foam insert 70C is aligned with the conductive foam insert 70C. Therefore, the conductive foam insert 70C can contact the exposed surface area 14A of the cable 10C of the shield 14 to improve grounding, interference rejection, and signal integrity. Simultaneously, the conductive foam insert 70C can also be compressed and laterally expanded to contact the exposed ground plane, conductive sidewalls, and other conductive grounding features within the recess 60C.

[0067] Figure 3C The edge cable organizer 200 is shown separated from PCB 130, making the mounting openings 138A-138E of PCB 130 visible. The mounting openings 138A-138E are positioned along a trailing edge 136 of PCB 130. The mounting openings 138A-138E extend through PCB 130 from the top surface 132 to the bottom surface 134. (Comparison) Figure 3A and Figure 3B and Figure 3C This will clarify how the board edge cable organizer 200 can be fixed along the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130 and extend on the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130 in a cantilever arrangement.

[0068] See also the following: Figures 4A to 4C Explained, the edge cable organizer 200 may include mounting posts and a fastening head formed at the end of the mounting posts. When the edge cable organizer 200 is secured to the PCB 130, the mounting posts of the edge cable organizer 200 extend through mounting openings 138A-138E of the PCB 130. The cable organizer 200 may also include a fastening head at the end of the mounting posts. The fastening head can be located on the bottom surface 134 of the PCB 130 and secure the cable organizer 200 to the PCB 130, as shown. Figure 3B As shown.

[0069] Figure 3D Show Figure 2G A top-view perspective view of the PCB 130A and the board edge cable organizer 200A shown, and Figure 3E Show Figure 2G A bottom-view perspective view of the PCB 130A and the board edge cable organizer 200A shown. Figure 3F This disclosure illustrates several aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2G A top perspective view showing the PCB 130A and the edge cable organizer 200A separated from each other. The top surface 132A of PCB 130 is shown in... Figure 3D and Figure 3F The bottom surface 134A of PCB 130 is shown in Figure 3E The shielding termination recesses of PCB 130A, such as 60A-60D and 61A-61D, are located in... Figure 3DIt can also be seen in the middle, and the shielding termination recesses 62A-62D and 63A-63D of PCB 130A are also visible. Figure 3E It can also be seen in the middle. Figures 3D to 3F Also shown is the edge cable organizer 200A. The edge cable organizer 200A and... Figures 3A to 3C The edge cable organizer 200 shown is similar, but the edge cable organizer 200A is relatively longer than the edge cable organizer 200. The edge cable organizer 200A can be fixed along the trailing edge of the PCB 130A and extends on the trailing edge of the PCB 130A in a cantilever arrangement.

[0070] Reference Figures 3D to 3F Between these components, the edge cable organizer 200A includes upper cable channels 210A-213A, lower cable channels 220A-223A, cable separators (such as cable separator 230A), mounting posts 250A-250D, an edge contact surface 261A, and other features described below. Figures 3D to 3F A representative example of the board edge cable organizer 200A is shown. In other embodiments, the board edge cable organizer 200A can vary in shape, size, and other aspects. Depending on application and design requirements, the board edge cable organizer 200A can include additional or fewer cable channels, cable dividers, cable bumpers, mounting posts, and other features.

[0071] The cable channels 210A-213A and 220A-223A of the cable organizer 200A provide channels or areas where rows of cables 106 can be placed, secured, and organized. Cable channels 210A-213A are located on a first side or top side of the cable organizer 200A, and cable channels 220A-223A are located on a second side or bottom side of the cable organizer 200A. In other cases, cable channels 210A-213A and cable channels 220A-223A can be arranged in different locations, or brought together, or further dispersed from each other.

[0072] Cable 106 extends in and along cable channels 210A-213A and 220A-223A of the edge cable organizer 200A. For example, cable 20A-20D (see...) Figure 2C The cable can extend in and along the cable channels 210A-213A on the first or top side of the cable organizer 200A, and cables 10A-10D (see cable organizer 200A). Figure 2C It can extend above cables 20A-20D along the cable separator post 230A of cable organizer 200A, etc. Cables 30A-30D (see...) Figure 2B Also in the cable channels 220A-223A on the second or bottom side of the cable organizer 200A and extending along the cable channels 220A-223A on the second or bottom side of the cable organizer 200A, and cables 40A-40D (see Figure 2C It can extend above cables 30A-30D. After cable 106 is located and situated within cable channels 210A-213A and cable channels 220A-223A of the edge cable organizer 200A, the overlay molding 280A (see...) Figure 2G It can be formed on cable 106 and board edge cable organizer 200A.

[0073] like Figure 3F As shown, the mounting posts 250A-250D of the cable organizer 200A help secure the cable organizer 200A to the PCB 130A. When the edge cable organizer 200A is formed and secured to the PCB 130A, the mounting posts 250A-250D of the cable organizer 200A extend through the mounting openings 139A-139D of the PCB 130A, respectively. The cable organizer 200A can be secured to the PCB 130A in a variety of ways. In one example, the cable organizer 200A can be formed along the trailing edge 136A of the PCB 130A as part of a molding process. For example, the PCB 130A can be inserted into a mold. The cable organizer 200A can then be formed along the trailing edge 136A of the PCB 130A as part of a molding process (e.g., injection molding), wherein the mounting posts 250A-250D are formed together with the remainder of the cable organizer 200A. The cable organizer 200A can also be secured to the PCB 130A using other fastening methods, such as clips, hooks, or other mechanical interference or friction assembly. In other examples, the cable organizer 200A can be secured to the PCB 130A using pins, screws, interlocking components, or other fastening methods.

[0074] Figure 4A A 3D diagram is shown. Figure 4B A front view is shown, and Figure 4C A side view of the edge cable organizer 200 is shown. The edge cable organizer 200 includes cable channels 210-213 and 220-223, cable dividers 230-233 and 240-243, cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245, mounting posts 250-254, fastening heads 255-259 at the ends of the mounting posts 250-254, a side mounting surface 260, and an edge abutment surface 261. Figures 4A to 4CA representative example of a board edge cable organizer according to an embodiment is shown. In other embodiments, the board edge cable organizer 200 may vary in shape, size, and other aspects. Depending on application and design requirements, the board edge cable organizer 200 may include additional or fewer cable channels, cable dividers, cable bumpers, mounting posts, and other features.

[0075] Cable channels 210-213 and 220-223 of cable organizer 200 provide channels or areas in which rows of cables 106 can be situated, secured, and organized. Cable channels 210-213 are located on a first side or top side of cable organizer 200, and cable channels 220-223 are located on a second side or bottom side of cable organizer 200. The distance between cable channels 210 and 211 is the same as the distance between cable channels 220 and 221, cable channels 212 and 213, and cable channels 222 and 223. However, the separation space or distance between cable channels 211 and 212 is greater than the separation space or distance between cable channels 210 and 211. The separation space or distance between cable channels 221 and 222 is also greater than the separation space or distance between cable channels 220 and 221. In other cases, cable channels 210-213 and cable channels 220-223 can be arranged in different locations, or brought together or further dispersed from each other.

[0076] See below for reference. Figure 5A and Figure 5B To elaborate further, cables 20A-20D extend in and along cable channels 210-213 of the edge cable organizer 200. Similarly, cables 30A-30D extend in and along cable channels 220-223 of the edge cable organizer 200. Therefore, cables 20A-20D extend in and along cable channels 210-213 on the first or top side of the cable organizer 200, and cables 30A-30D extend in and along cable channels 220-223 on the second or bottom side of the cable organizer 200. Cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245 extend upward from cable separators 231, 233, 241, and 243, respectively. Cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245 provide mechanical interference to help position cables 10A-10D above cables 20A-20D and to help position cables 40A-40D above cables 30A-30D.

[0077] Cable dividers 230-233 and 240-243 of the cable organizer 200 are located between cable channels 210-213 and 220-223, separating the cable channels 210-213 and 220-223. The cable organizer 200 also includes cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245. Cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245 extend upwards from cable dividers 231, 233, 241, and 243, respectively. Cable bumpers 234, 235, 244, and 245 provide mechanical interference to aid in the positioning of cables 10A-10D and 40A-40D.

[0078] The mounting posts 250-254 of the cable organizer 200 are configured to secure the cable organizer 200 to the PCB 130. When the cable organizer 200 is secured to the PCB 130, the mounting posts 250-254 of the cable organizer 200 extend through... Figure 3C The mounting openings 138A-138E of the PCB 130 are shown. Additionally, fastening heads 255-259 formed at the ends of the mounting posts 250-254 are located on the bottom surface 134 of the PCB 130 and secure the cable organizer 200 to the PCB 130. Figure 3B As shown.

[0079] When the cable organizer 200 is assembled with the PCB 130, the board-side mounting surface 260 of the cable organizer 200 faces the top surface 132 of the PCB 130, as shown below. Figures 3A to 3C As shown. In addition, the board edge contact surface 261 of the cable organizer 200 faces the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130.

[0080] The cable organizer 200 can be attached to the PCB 130 in various ways. In one example, the cable organizer 200 can be formed independently of the PCB 130. The mounting posts 250-254 of the cable organizer 200 can initially not have fastening heads 255-259 formed. The cable organizer 200 can then be mounted on the PCB 130, wherein the mounting posts 250-254 extend through the mounting openings 138A-138E of the PCB 130. In that arrangement, the board-side mounting surface 260 of the cable organizer 200 will face the top surface 132 of the PCB 130, and the board-edge abutment surface 261 of the cable organizer 200 will face the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130. A thermoforming process can then be performed to partially melt, reflow, and reform the ends of the mounting posts 250-254 into fastening heads 255-259.

[0081] In another example, the cable organizer 200 can be formed adjacent to the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130 in a single primary molding process. For example, the PCB 130 can be inserted into a mold. The cable organizer 200 can then be formed along the trailing edge 136 of the PCB 130 in a subsequent primary molding process (e.g., injection molding), wherein the mounting posts 250-254 and the fastening heads 255-259, along with the remainder of the cable organizer 200, are formed in a single molding step. In any case, the fastening heads 255-259 provide mechanical interference with the bottom surface 134 of the PCB 130, securing the cable organizer 200 to the PCB 130.

[0082] In addition to mounting posts 250-254 and fastening heads 255-259, cable organizer 200 can also be secured to PCB 130 using other fastening methods. Fasteners, hooks, or other mechanical interference, friction fits, or related fastening methods can be formed at the ends of mounting posts 250-254 for securing the cable organizer 200 to PCB 130. In other examples, the cable organizer 200 can be secured to PCB 130 using pins, screws, interlocking components, or other fastening methods.

[0083] Figure 5A Show Figure 2F The AA-specified PCB 130 and termination assembly cross-section view, and Figure 5B Show Figure 2F The BB-specified PCB 130 and termination assembly cross-section view. Figure 5A A cross-section of PCB 130 together with cable organizer 200 is shown. Figure 5A In the diagram, the mounting posts of the cable organizer 200 are shown extending through the PCB 130, with mounting post 252 being indexed. Figure 5B PCB 130 is not shown because the cable organizer 200 hangs over the end of PCB 130 and... Figure 5B It does not intersect with PCB 130.

[0084] Figure 5A and Figure 5B This illustrates how the edge cable organizer 200 can secure, organize, and space rows of cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D. Cables 20A-20D are in cable channels 210-213 of the edge cable organizer 200 (see...). Figure 4A and Figure 4BCables 20A-30D extend in and along cable channels 210-213 of the edge cable organizer 200. Additionally, cables 30A-30D extend in and along cable channels 220-223 of the edge cable organizer 200. Therefore, cables 20A-20D extend in and along cable channels 210-213 on the first or top side of the cable organizer 200, and cables 30A-30D extend in and along cable channels 220-223 on the second or bottom side of the cable organizer 200. On the first or top side of the cable organizer 200, cables 10A-10D can also be located above cables 20A-20D, and on the second or bottom side of the cable organizer 200, cables 40A-40D can also be located above cables 30A-30D.

[0085] Figure 5A and Figure 5B The diagram also illustrates how cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D arranged in a row can be secured, organized, and spaced apart using inline cable organizers 270-273. Cable 10A-10D extends through an opening in cable organizer 273. Cable 20A-20D extends through an opening in cable organizer 272. Furthermore, cable 30A-30D extends through an opening in cable organizer 271, and cable 40A-40D extends through an opening in cable organizer 270. Cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D extend through cable organizers 270-273 before extending along a channel in cable organizer 200. Cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, and 40A-40D extend by a length L between inline cable organizers 270-273 and edge cable organizers 200. The length L can vary between embodiments.

[0086] In one example, as Figure 5A and Figure 5B As shown (and as Figure 2FAfter cables 110A-10D, 20A-20D, 30A-30D, 40A-40D (shown) and cable organizers 200, 270-273 are assembled with PCB 130, a cable bundle overmolding 280 can be injection molded between the edge cable organizers 200 and the in-line cable organizers 270-273. The cable and cable organizer assembly can be inserted into a mold, and a plastic or polymer can be injected into the mold and between the cable organizers 200 and 270-273 to form the cable bundle overmolding 280. During the molding process, the cable bundle overmolding 280 can form free space surrounding the cables, occupying the space between the cable organizers 200 and 270-273. The cable organizers 200, 270-273 can function to control and stop the flow of material for the cable bundle overmolding 280.

[0087] Figure 5A and Figure 5B The diagram also illustrates how cable 106 is organized and supported by the edge cable organizer 200. The edge cable organizer 200 supports the mechanical and electrical connection between cable 106 and PCB 130. The edge cable organizer 200 is secured to the trailing edge of PCB 130 and provides stress and strain relief between cable 106 and PCB 130. As described above, in some cases, cable 106 can include conductors with relatively large diameters (e.g., smaller AWG conductors) to facilitate higher data throughput. Larger conductors can transmit and apply greater forces, including at the point where the conductor of cable 106 terminates at PCB 130. Even when larger conductors are used in cable 106, the edge cable organizer 200, in-line cable organizers 270-273, and cable bundle overmolding 280 help maintain the mechanical robustness of the termination assembly. It should be recognized that the edge cable organizer 200, the in-line cable organizers 270-273, and the cable bundle overmolding 280 are illustrated and shown by way of example herein. For instance, in some cases, depending on the number of cables used, the cable organizers 200, 270-273 can vary in shape and size, and the concept can be extended to use with other termination components. Also, in some cases, one or more of the cable organizers 200, 270-273, and / or the cable bundle overmolding 280 can be omitted.

[0088] The terms top, bottom, side, front, back, right, and left are not intended to provide an absolute frame of reference. Rather, these terms are relative and intended to identify certain characteristics in relation to each other, as the orientation of the structures described herein can vary. The terms comprising, including, and having are synonyms, used in an open-ended manner, and do not exclude additional elements, features, actions, operations, etc. Furthermore, the terms are used in their inclusive sense rather than their exclusive sense; therefore, for example, when used to connect a list of elements, the term may refer to one, some, or all of the elements in the list.

[0089] Unless otherwise stated, combination languages, such as at least one of X, Y, and Z, or any one of X, X, or Z, are generally used to identify one of them, combinations of any two, or all three (or more if identifying a larger group), such as X and only X, Y and only Y, Z and only Z, combinations of X and Y, X and Z, and Y and Z, and all of X, Y, and Z. Unless specified, such combination languages ​​generally do not intend to, and do not identify or require the inclusion of at least one of X, at least one of Y, and at least one of Z.

[0090] Unless otherwise defined herein, the terms "about" and "substantially," associated with a particular range, percentage, or related measure of deviation, describe at least some manufacturing tolerances between a theoretically designed and manufactured product or component, such as the geometric dimensional and tolerance standards described in ASME® Y14.5 and related International Organization for Standardization (ISO®) standards. As will be recognized by those skilled in the art, such manufacturing tolerances must still be taken into account, even without explicit reference to the terms "about," "substantially," or related terms, or even for the use of theoretical terms such as geometric perpendicularity, orthogonality, apex, collinearity, coplanarity, etc.

[0091] The embodiments described above are merely examples of implementations to provide a clear understanding of the principles of this disclosure. Many variations and modifications can be made to the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and principles of this disclosure. Furthermore, components and features described for one embodiment may be included in another embodiment. All such modifications and variations are intended to be included within the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A termination component, comprising: A printed circuit board (PCB); An edge cable organizer is fixed along one edge of the printed circuit board, the edge cable organizer including a cable channel; as well as A cable is located in the cable channel of the edge cable organizer and extends along the cable channel of the edge cable organizer, and is electrically connected to the printed circuit board.

2. The termination assembly according to claim 1, further comprising: A linear cable organizer, The cable extends from one end through the inline cable organizer, in the cable channel of the board edge cable organizer, and extends along the cable channel of the board edge cable organizer to the printed circuit board.

3. The termination assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The cable includes multiple cables; The termination assembly further includes a plurality of inline cable organizers, wherein a first cable of the plurality of cables extends through a first inline cable organizer of the plurality of inline cable organizers, and a second cable of the plurality of cables extends through a second inline cable organizer of the plurality of inline cable organizers. The first inline cable organizer is separated from the edge cable organizer by a first distance; and The second inline cable organizer is separated from the edge cable organizer by a second distance, which is different from the first distance.

4. The termination assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The edge cable organizer is fixed along the edge of the printed circuit board and extends along the edge of the printed circuit board in a cantilever arrangement.

5. The termination assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The plate edge cable organizer also includes: a plate side mounting surface; multiple mounting posts and multiple cable channels.

6. The termination assembly according to claim 5, wherein: The edge cable organizer also includes an edge contact surface; The board-side mounting surface faces the top surface of the printed circuit board; and The board edge abutting surface faces one edge of the printed circuit board.

7. The termination assembly according to claim 5, wherein: The board-side mounting surface faces the top surface of the printed circuit board; and The plurality of mounting posts extend through mounting openings on the printed circuit board from the top surface to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board.

8. The termination assembly according to claim 7, wherein, Each of the mounting posts includes a fastening head on the bottom surface of the printed circuit board.

9. The termination assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The edge cable organizer further includes: multiple cable channels; and a cable separator between two of the cable channels.

10. The termination assembly according to claim 9, wherein, The cable divider includes a cable bumper that extends beyond one end face of the cable divider.

11. The termination assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The edge cable organizer also includes: Multiple first cable channels are located on a first side of the edge cable organizer; and Multiple second cable channels are located on a second side of the edge cable organizer.

12. The termination assembly according to claim 1, further comprising: A cable bundle, comprising the cables of a plurality of cables, The edge cable organizer further includes: Multiple first cable channels are located on a first side of the edge cable organizer; and Multiple second cable channels are located on a second side of the edge cable organizer; and A first cable of the plurality of cables is in one of the first cable channels of the plurality of first cable channels on the first side of the edge cable organizer, and extends along the first cable channel of the plurality of first cable channels on the first side of the edge cable organizer; and A second cable of the plurality of cables is in a second cable channel of the plurality of second cable channels on the second side of the edge cable organizer and extends along the second cable channel of the plurality of second cable channels.

13. A termination component, comprising: A printed circuit board (PCB); A board edge cable organizer is fixed along one edge of the printed circuit board; as well as A cable extends along the edge of the board cable organizer and is electrically connected to the printed circuit board.

14. The termination assembly of claim 13, wherein: The cable includes multiple cables; The termination assembly further includes a plurality of inline cable organizers, wherein a first cable of the plurality of cables extends through a first inline cable organizer of the plurality of inline cable organizers, and a second cable of the plurality of cables extends through a second inline cable organizer of the plurality of inline cable organizers. The first inline cable organizer is separated from the edge cable organizer by a first distance; and The second inline cable organizer is separated from the edge cable organizer by a second distance, which is different from the first distance.

15. The termination assembly of claim 14, further comprising: A cable harness overmolded component, The cable extends from one end through the inline cable organizer, through the cable bundle overlay, and along the edge of the cable organizer to the printed circuit board.

16. The termination assembly of claim 13, wherein, The edge cable organizer is fixed along the edge of the printed circuit board and extends along the edge of the printed circuit board in a cantilever arrangement.

17. The termination assembly of claim 13, wherein, The plate edge cable organizer also includes: a plate side mounting surface; and multiple mounting posts.

18. The termination assembly of claim 17, wherein: The board-side mounting surface faces the top surface of the printed circuit board; and The plurality of mounting posts extend through mounting openings on the printed circuit board from the top surface to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board.

19. The termination assembly according to claim 13, wherein, The edge cable organizer also includes: Multiple cable channels; and Cable separator posts are provided between each of the plurality of cable channels.

20. The termination assembly of claim 13, further comprising: A cable bundle comprising the cables of a plurality of cables, wherein: The edge cable organizer also includes: Multiple first cable channels are located on a first side of the edge cable organizer; and Multiple second cable channels are located on a second side of the edge cable organizer; and A first cable of the plurality of cables is in a first cable channel of the plurality of first cable channels on a first side of the edge cable organizer, and extends along the first cable channel of the plurality of first cable channels on the first side of the edge cable organizer; and A second cable of the plurality of cables is in a second cable channel of the plurality of second cable channels on the second side of the edge cable organizer, and extends along the second cable channel of the plurality of second cable channels on the second side of the edge cable organizer.

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