Entering Telcordia Connections
The following table describes the part parameter required for connections when a Telcordia model is selected for the calculation. The subcategories supported by these models are:
General
IC Socket
PCB Edge
Parameter
Type
Description
Quality Level
Choice List
The quality screening level used in the manufacturing of the device. For more information, see Telcordia Quality Levels.
# of Active Contacts
Integer
The number of conductive elements in the connector that mate with other elements for the purpose of transferring electrical energy.
Type
Choice List
Required only for the General subcategory.
The type of device. Choices are General Purpose, Power; Coaxial, Electric; and more.
[Temperature Parameters}
Real (Degrees C)
Not required if Method I Case 1 or Method I Case 2 is selected as the calculation method.
For more information, see Basic Temperature Parameters.
[Derating Parameters]
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For more information, see Derating Parameters.