The higher speed socket with 0.65mm pitch will be used for testing graphics processors and CPUs. 

The socket’s signal probe design and patented IM-coated body structure are intended to achieve high reliability and superior durability in high speed testing.

The DaVinci 45G 0.65mm pitch socket supports 45GHz / 32Gbit/s signals and 3A current carrying capacity.

Paul Harris, sales and marketing vice president at Smiths Interconnect, writes:

“The DaVinci Series addresses the growing demand to accommodate complex functional integration of ICs for higher performance in smaller form factors.”