Can I solder wires directly to the pins of the Vicor module? And if not, what products can I use for direct wire connections?
Vicor does not recommend direct wire connections to the module pins of its converters as the mechanical loading and thermal stress from bench soldering may cause potential reliability concerns. The modules are intended to be used in PCB applications with controlled soldering techniques per the Soldering Methods and Procedures Application Note. If chassis mounting is preferred Vicor offers packaging options for the VI-200/VI-J00 Series (MI-200/MI-J00) as BusMod, MegaMod or ComPAC products and for Maxi, Mini and Micro converters with VIPAC Arrays and VIPACs, which will facilitate discrete wire connections.
