At Amphenol, we're passionate about connecting the world with cutting-edge technology. As a global leader in the design and manufacturer of interconnect solutions, we have vast experience in the development of Open Architecture technologies, backed by an active involvement in Open Standards communities such as the The Open Group Sensor Open Systems Architecture™ (SOSA) consortium and the VMEbus International Trade Association (VITA).
With the rise of the Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products will define the development and manufacture of future military and aerospace applications for years to come. At Amphenol, we understand these next-generation systems demand high-speed capabilities, unwavering signal integrity, modular arrangements, tighter pitches, and many more strict design considerations. We’ve played an active role in the development and improvement of the open standards we implement throughout our open architecture systems, and our market-leading interconnectivity solutions reflect that in their quality and performance.
Open.Tech offers a full line of VITA 67.1, 67.2, 67.3 and hybrid RF/Fiber 66.5 backplane modules, plug-in modules and contacts that are designed for side-by-side implementation with VITA 46 hardware. Open.Tech VITA interconnects are the latest addition to the VPX platform and are available in high-density SMPM and SMPS series.
VITA 78 connectors, also known as SpaceVPX are specifically designed for use in space-based electronic systems. Amphenol’s VITA 78 SpaceVPX connectors leverage OpenVPX architecture and technology and are designed and tested for extreme space environments, extreme temperatures and vibration. SpaceVPX connectors utilize specific wafer loads per the VITA 78 spec to achieve dual redundancy to meet fault tolerance requirements for space systems.
Partner with Open.Tech for the design and manufacturing of high-performance VPX backplane assemblies, tailored for VITA and SOSA enclosures. Leverage our expertise to enhance your high-level assemblies.
The Centaur - Solder Tail features several solder tail lengths and all the same rugged, versatile options of its parent such as -40C to 85C operating temp and VITA 47 shock and vibe. Available in 40, 32, and 12 100-ohm differential pairs
Collaborate with Open.Tech for the design and manufacturing of high-performance VPX plug-in cards and daughter cards tailored for VITA and SOSA enclosures. Enhance your high-level assemblies with our expertise and cutting-edge solutions.
The iWR-6800 is a 3U VPX microwave tuner offering full 0.5–26.5 GHz coverage, low phase noise, and high SFDR—packaged in a low-SWaP, SOSA-aligned form factor. Ideal for SIGINT, EW, and multi-channel beamforming systems.
High-performance 3U VPX wideband RF down-converters, aligned to SOSA standards and optimized for low-SWaP platforms. With full 2–18 GHz RF coverage, digitizer-ready IF outputs, and superior spurious performance, the iDC-7901 and iDC-7902 enable real-time spectrum processing for EW, SIGINT, and HPOI systems.
Open.Tech’s rugged 6U VPX Ethernet switch delivers up to 10.4 Tbps switching throughput across 216–240 channels, with support for 25G and 50G fiber in a SOSA-aligned VITA 91 profile.
Open.Tech's Switch Filter Banks designed for filters centered between 0.5 and 18 GHz, with bandwidth from 1% to 100%. This module is configured to use TTL or CMOS logic inputs in order to provide a higher degree of flexibility and customized applications. Digital control is provided through a Micro-D connector, DC pins or VITA 46.0. The unit is packaged in a rugged housing with hermetical seals and internal potting to provide higher reliability in difficult environments.
Supporting data rates up to 10 Gbps with options of 32 to 40 differential pairs – this high density copper connector can now connect straight to your printed circuit board (PCB) for a rugged 38999 integrated system.
Check out the cutting-edge RaptorLink 64X50 SOSA Ethernet Switch, a 64-channel, 50G, 3U VPX module designed to align with VITA 91 and SOSA standards. Engineered for high-performance and rugged applications, this switch supports multiple Ethernet speeds, ganged protocols, and advanced network management features
SOSA-aligned 6U VPX wideband RF down-converters optimized for multi-channel, high dynamic range RF signal acquisition. Available in single, dual, and triple input configurations, these conduction-cooled modules support advanced EW, SIGINT, ELINT, and radar processing systems
Sagittarius is Centaur's branch of space-rated connectors. Centaur Sagittarius is a ruggedized D38999 connector and high-speed cable package coupled with an integrated high-bandwidth backplane system optimized for the punishing environments of space.
2-18 GHz SOSA-aligned 6U VPX wideband RF down-converters optimized for high dynamic range RF signal acquisition. Available in single, dual, and triple input configurations, these conduction-cooled modules support advanced EW, SIGINT, ELINT, and radar processing systems
The iRFA-7704 is a 6U conduction cooled VPX card. The VHF/UHF Notch Filter Module is comprised of two isolated RF channels. Each channel is composed of two independently selectable RF notch filters. The iRFA-7704 is a 6U high, 1-inch pitch conduction cooled VPX- based module.
Combines our extensive legacy of Mil-Spec connectors with the latest in high-speed technology, providing both a durable and high-bandwidth system that supports data rates up to 56 Gbps in a lightweight, aluminum MIL-DTL-38999 shell.