Delft Circuits Unveils Groundbreaking Turnkey HD I/O System for Quantum Scalability Solutions
Delft Circuits, a front-runner in high-density connectivity innovations, has unveiled its latest groundbreaking product: a turnkey High-Density Input/Output (HD I/O) system. This system is tailored specifically to meet the demanding requirements of quantum computing. During its debut at the APS Global Physics Summit 2025, the HD I/O system was showcased as a transformative solution designed to facilitate seamless connections between control electronics and quantum processing units (QPUs) while addressing critical scalability challenges that have hindered the evolution of quantum technology.
One of the primary constraints in quantum computing is the wiring density, which is rapidly becoming a bottleneck in the field. The new HD I/O system directly tackles this issue by providing a ready-to-use package that eliminates the complexity and time-consuming integration processes traditionally associated with establishing high-density connectivity for quantum computers.
Equipped with an impressive capacity of 256 channels, the HD I/O system allows users to control up to 64 qubits per module. Its modular design facilitates expansion in increments of 32 channels, and this high-density configuration virtually doubles channel capacity without necessitating larger quantum refrigerators. Furthermore, this innovative system is priced competitively, surpassing conventional coaxial cables, where the closest high-density alternative offers only 168 channels per connection.
The HD I/O system is compatible with all Cri/oFlex products and boasts an ultra-compact design, thanks to its flexible strip-line architecture that integrates signal conditioning components. Unlike traditional coaxial cables which require separate filtering for each channel and cryostat stage, the inherent filtering within the Cri/oFlex system enhances reliability and paves the way for upgraded high-density cabling solutions. This development is set to ease the integration and advancement for researchers and developers across various quantum application areas.
According to Daan Kuitenbrouwer, the Sales Director and founder of Delft Circuits, the company has resolved significant scaling issues within quantum computing. He stated, "For years, our clients operating in the quantum field expressed a clear need for an easy and scalable solution to transcend the limitations posed by coaxial cables. With this turnkey HD I/O system, we are fulfilling that demand. It’s not merely about increasing density and reducing costs; it’s about providing a complete, ready-to-use package that allows researchers to focus on their quantum algorithms and breakthroughs, rather than navigating complex hardware integration."
Dr. Thorsten Last, Managing Director of OrangeQS, commented on the implications of such advancements: "The scalability of cryogenic I/O presents a significant challenge for the quantum computing industry. Coaxial solutions lack the density required for operational or testing environments for quantum chips at an industrial scale. We depend on companies like Delft Circuits that are developing high-density, ready-to-use solutions, such as their new High-Density Input/Output system. Innovations in these components will remove a critical barrier to achieving practical quantum computers and testing devices for quantum chips on an industrial scale."
The introduction of the HD I/O system by Delft Circuits is a key milestone in the journey toward scalable quantum computing, heralding a new era of possibilities in this rapidly evolving domain. Researchers and developers now have a powerful tool at their disposal, designed to enhance their capabilities and streamline integration processes in their quantum endeavors.