PXI
PXI or PCI Extensions for Instrumentation is a bus standard for high performance measurement and automation. Also known as: PCI Extensions
See Also: Instrument Control Buses, Modular Instruments, PXIe, LXI, AXIe, PCIe, GPIB, USB, PCI, Ethernet, LAN, VXI, CompactPCI
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical MUX, 4-Channel, Single-Mode
40-850A-414
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-850A-414 is a PXI/PXIe 4-channel multiplexer with LC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 308x4 2-Pole (7 sub-cards)
40-562B-322-308X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-322-308X4 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 308x4 with 2-pole switching. It is part of a range of BRIC matrices available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot formats to suit high performance PXI matrix requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays.
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PXI BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 248x4 2pin Brkout
40-592A-118
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-592A FIBO (Fault Insertion Break-Out) Matrix Module is a large-scale high density switching matrix based on the Pickering BRIC format. The fault insertion BRICs are designed for applications requiring the simulation of a variety of faults in complex, high pin count, applications involving sensors and control units. Typical faults that can be simulated are open-circuits, short circuits to ground or battery, or short-circuits between input/output lines. Typical applications are in automotive and aerospace industries which involve safety or mission critical systems that have to behave predictably when cabling or sensor faults occur.
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PXIe-8100, 1.66 GHz Single-Core Processor PXI Controller
781669-33
Controller
PXIe, 1.66 GHz Single-Core Processor PXI Controller—The PXIe‑8100 is an embedded controller for use in PXI Express and CompactPCI Express systems. It is used for deterministic modular instrumentation and data acquisition real-time applications.
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PXI GPIB Instrument Control Module
Module
PXI GPIB Instrument Control Modules feature IEEE 488 controllers for PXI systems. You can choose an option that supports Gigabit Ethernet transfer speeds. PXI GPIB Instrument Control Modules include a license for the industry standard NI-488.2 driver software enabling reliable connections to third-party instruments with GPIB.
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PXI Three Channel Function Generator
41-620-003
Function Generator
The 41-620 is a compact 3 channel function generator provided in a PXI 3U single slot module. It is capable of generating sine waves to 10MHz with 48-bit frequency resolution referenced to the 10MHz PXI clock or to an external standard. The 41-620 can generate arbitrary waveforms loaded into the internal 256k memory, allowing the function generator to emulate many waveform types, including the typical waveforms of automotive and aerospace sensors.
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PXI Medium Power General Purpose Switch Modules
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Pickering's PXI medium power general purpose switch modules offer higher current ratings in a single 3U slot. The relay solutions have been carefully chosen to ensure a long service life. All the connectors used are fully supported by our cable and connector accessories to simplify system integration.
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PXI Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 26.5GHz, 50Ω, SMA, External Termination
40-781A-321
Microwave Relay Module
The 40-781A-321 (PXI) and 42-781A-321 (PXIe) are single SPDT 26.5GHz microwave relay modules with external terminations. The 40/42-781A range is available with one or two SPDT switches capable of switching frequencies up to 50GHz in 50Ω. They are available with either internal or external terminations and connections are via front panel mounted high quality SMA, SMA 2.9 or SMA 2.4 connectors.
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Multi-Function PXI Card
GX3788
Digital / Analog Converter
The GX3788 is a user configurable, FPGA-based, 3U PXI multi-function card which supports digital and analog test capabilities. The card employs the Altera Stratix III FPGA which features over 45,000 logic elements and 1.836 Kb of memory. The GX3788 is based on the GX3700 FPGA card and includes an integral daughter board which provides (8) differential input, 16-bit, 250 MS/s A to D converters and (8), 16-bit, 1 MS/s, D to A converters. The module's FPGA is pre-programmed, providing access to all digital and analog functions. Alternatively, users can program or modify the FPGA , allowing user to adapt the module to their own specific test needs. The design of the FPGA is done by using Altera's free Quartus II Web Edition tool set. Once the user has compiled the FPGA design, the configuration file can be loaded into the FPGA directly or via an on-board EEPROM.
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PXI Multiplexer Switch Modules
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We offer a variety of PXI multiplexer (MUX) switch modules.We also offer mating cables and connectors for these modules to ensure speedy and successful system integration.
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PXI/PXIe High Density 2A Multiplexer, 1-Bank, 8-Channel, 16-Pole
40-614D-019
Multiplexer Module
The 40-614D-019 (PXI) and 42-614D-019 (PXIe) 1-bank, 8-channel, 16-pole multiplexers are part of the High Density 2A multiplexer module range available in 22 configurations (see 'Also in this Range' link above). All configurations use high quality electro-mechanical signal relays allowing each channel to switch current up to 2A and voltage up to 300VDC/250VAC.
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PXI/PXIe RF Multiplexer, Quad 4-Channel, 3GHz, 75Ω, SMB
42-832A-004
Multiplexer Module
The 40-832A-004 (PXI) and 42-832A-004 (PXIe) are 75 Ohm 4 to 1 RF multiplexers with 4 banks in a single slot. They have been designed to exhibit low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost. Each MUX has been carefully designed to ensure excellent and repeatable RF characteristics to frequencies of 3GHz with each path having a nominally equal insertion loss.
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PXI/PXIe High Density Precision Resistor Module, 9-Channel
40-297A-032
Programmable Resistor Module
The 40-297A-032 (PXI) and the 42-297A-032 (PXIe) are 9-channel programmable resistors with a range of 2 Ω to 26.7 kΩ. They are part of the 40/42-297A series of high density precision resistor modules and provide a simple solution for applications requiring accurate simulation of resistive sensors.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Single SP4T, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA, Terminated
40-785C-421-T
Multiplexer Module
The 40-785C-421-T (PXI) and 42-785C-421-T (PXIe) are single SP4T 18GHz microwave multiplexers with automatic termination of unused signals. The 40/42-785C range of multiplexers are available as single or dual, SP6T or SP4T panel mounted multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel. The single slot version can support up to three supplied remotely mounted multiplexers.
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PXI 2-Slot High Density 2A BRIC Matrix, 58x8 2-Pole (2 Sub-cards)
40-573-202-58X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-573-202-58x8 BRIC is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A at 240 VDC/250 VAC. They are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit most high performance matrix requirements, constructed using quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI Mixed Configuration Relay Module - 2 Cells Populated
40-138-AA-BB-CC-DD (2 CELL)
Relay
The 40-138 2A Relay Module with 2 cells populated is a cell-based mixed configuration switching module suitable for applications requiring medium power switching with high density. It provides a broad selection of mixed relay types for greater flexibility and features 2A current capacity and voltages to 300VDC/250VAC.
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PXI Chassis, 8-Slot
40-924-001
Chassis
The 40-924 includes all the features and performance required by the PXI standard and supports a control interface or embedded controller and up to 7 additional 3U peripheral modules.
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PXI 32 Chan I/O Parallel I/P Prog Threshold
40-412-101
Digital I/O Module
A 32-channel Digital I/O module with high output voltage and current capability and a dual variable threshold input. Each of the 32 channel outputs can be used to drive the output high or low using a high current capacity drive capable of sourcing 0.4A from the high side or 0.5A sink on the low side for each channel. The module is available in two versions with either serial or parallel capture of the input levels.
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PXIe-4051 - PXIe, 1-Channel, 60 V, 40 A PXI Electronic Load Module
788179-01
Load Module
The PXIe-4051 provides programmable load capable of sinking DC power for characterization, design validation, and manufacturing test. This module helps you sink current and absorb power out of a power source up to 300 W with programmable constant voltage, current, resistance, and power levels. You can use the PXIe-4051 to streamline the task of designing automated test systems for a wide range of applications—from aerospace and defense to automotive and semiconductor component test—by eliminating the need to mix multiple instrumentation form factors in a given test system and simplifying synchronization.
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PXIe-6545, 200 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Waveform Instrument
780993-03
Digital Waveform
200 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Waveform Instrument—The PXIe‑6545 is a digital waveform generator and analyzer for interfacing with 32 single-ended digital pins. The device is capable of sampling digital waveforms at up to 200 MHz and interfacing with common transistor‑to‑transistor logic (TTL) voltage levels. The PXI‑6545 also features advanced synchronization capabilities for building integrated mixed-signal test systems and per-bank digital timing features.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Dual SP4T, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA, Terminated, Remote Mount
40-785C-422-TE
Multiplexer Module
The 40-785C-422-TE (PXI) and 42-785C-422-TE (PXIe) are dual SP4T 18GHz microwave multiplexers with automatic termination of unused signals and remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-785C range of multiplexers are available as single or dual, SP6T or SP4T panel mounted multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel. The single slot version can support up to three supplied remotely mounted multiplexers.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 1008x6 1-Pole (12 Sub-cards)
40-558-121-1008X6
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-558-121-1008x6 matrix is part of a range of BRIC ultra-high-density large PXI matrices are available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot PXI sizes to suit all high-performance matrix requirements and are constructed using Pickering Electronics' 4mm x 4mm instrumentation quality reed relays.
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PXI Single 8 Channel Optic Mux FC/APC
40-852-018
Fiber Optic Switch
The 40-852-018 8-channel multiplexer is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. Fiber optic multiplexers create a signal path by redirecting the optical signal into a selected output fiber. This is achieved using Micro-Mechanical Mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism and activated via an electrical control signal.
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PXI Dual 6 to 1 RF Multiplexer 6GHz 50 Ohm SMA Terminated
40-881-002
Multiplexer Module
The 40-881 is a 50 Ohm 6 to 1 6GHz multiplexer available as a single or dual MUX in one and two PXI slots respectively. The 40-881 exhibits low VSWR characteristic over the full operating frequency range and consistent insertion loss characteristics. The use of solid state switches ensure a long service life with no wear out mechanism, making the 40-881 ideal for ATE systems requiring frequent and fast operating RF switching with no contact bounce.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Single SP4T, 40 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.9, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-784B-141-E
Multiplexer Module
The 40-784B-141-E (PXI) and 42-784B-141-E (PXIe) are single failsafe SP4T 40 GHz unterminated microwave multiplexers with remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-784B range is available with single, dual or triple, SP6T or SP4T multiplexers with front panel mounted or remotely mounted relays.
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 115x16 1-Pole (5 sub-cards)
40-560A-021-115X16
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8 slot PXI sizes to suit all high-performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI-2556, 2.5 GHz, 75 Ω, Dual 4x1 PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module
778572-56
Multiplexer Module
2.5 GHz, 75 Ω, Dual 4x1 PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module—The PXI‑2556 is an RF signal multiplexer switch module. The multi-bank architecture of the NI PXI‑2556 makes it ideal for test systems that require parallel operations such as the stimulus/response testing of video RF devices such as tuners. The module also features excellent insertion loss, voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR), and isolation parameters to minimize signal degradation. You can use the onboard relay count tracking feature to predict relay lifetime and reduce unexpected system downtime.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 2-Pole 220x4, 4 Sub-cards
40-566B-104
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-566B-104 is a 220x4 matrix with 2-pole switching and is part of a range of high-density large PXI matrix modules with the ability to switch up to 2 Amps or 300VDC/150VAC. They are available in 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes and are constructed using quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI Solid State Switch Module, 6xSPST, 30 A, Hardware Interlock
40-183B-011-HI
Switch Module
The 40-183B-011-HI has 6 high current SPST switches with hardware interlock in two PXI chassis slots. Each SPST switch uses a fully isolated solid state relay which has been designed to offer fast operation under hot switching conditions and high inrush current with no operational life degradation.
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PXI 8-Slot High Density 2A BRIC Matrix, 116x8 2-Pole (4 Sub-cards)
40-573-102-116X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-573-102-116x8 BRIC is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A at 240 VDC/250 VAC. They are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit most high performance matrix requirements, constructed using quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
