96-Position Futurebus+ Backplane Receptacle, Press-Fit, Right-Angle
The TE Connectivity 5536511-3 is a 96-position receptacle in the Z-PACK series, built to the Futurebus+ standard for high-density backplane interconnects. It carries 96 positions loaded across 4 rows on a 0.079" (2.00mm) pitch — the row and column layout matches the Futurebus+ footprint, so the board layout is dictated by the standard, not by guesswork. Termination is press-fit, which eliminates the need for soldering and allows for rework-friendly assembly in a backplane build. The press-fit compliant pin compresses into the plated through-hole, creating a gas-tight joint without thermal stress on the board. Voltage rating is 30V, consistent with signal-level routing on a Futurebus backplane.
Press-Fit Termination and Board-Edge Mounting
The press-fit termination is the defining assembly feature here. No solder paste, no reflow profile, no wave solder — the compliant pin is pressed into the PCB plated through-hole, which makes it suitable for high-reliability backplane assemblies where rework access is limited. A spacer feature is included in the construction, which sets the correct standoff height between the connector and the board surface during press-in.