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 RF Multiplexer, Quad 4-Channel, 3GHz, 50Ω, SMB
40-872A-004
Multiplexer Module
The 40-872A-004 (PXI) and 42-872A-004 (PXIe) are 50 Ohm 4 to 1 RF multiplexers available with 4 banks in a single PXI slot. They have 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 Remote Control Interface Module
41-924-001
Interface
The kit is supplied with a PCIe card which can plug into any PC PCIe slot, this PXI module for insertion into Slot 1 of a PXI chassis and 3m lead to connect the two parts together. The interface uses a single lane PCIe connection from the PC to provide a software transparent link from the PC PCIe backplane to the PXI backplane. The supplied 3m shielded lead ensures the system has robust operation and an adequate separation distance between the PC and the PXI chassis.
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PXI High Density Precision Resistor Module, 9-Channel, 3Ω to 102kΩ
40-298-034
Programmable Resistor Module
The 40-298-034 is a high density programmable resistor module with 9 channels which can be set between 3Ω and 102kΩ with 2Ω resolution The 40-298 range provides a simple solution for applications requiring accurate simulation of resistive sensors. The 40-298 is available in a variety of resistance ranges and resolution capabilities that meet the needs of most functional test systems.
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PXI Triple SPDT RF Switch SMB 75 Ohm
40-830-003
Switch Module
The 40-830-003 is a 75Ω RF Switch with 3 separate SPDT relays in a single PXI slot. It has been designed to exhibit low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost. The switch banks have 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 Dual RF Attenuator, 2.3GHz
41-181-022
Attenuator
The 41-181 Programmable Attenuator Module is available with either one or two independently programmable attenuators in a single width 3U PXI module. Each attenuator uses high reliability mechanical switches to operate binary weight attenuator pads, providing attenuation values from 0 to 63dB in 1dB steps. Attenuator operating time is typically just 5ms, ensuring fast setting times.
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PXI 4 Banks of 20 Channel 2 Pole MUX
40-615-022-4/20/2
Multiplexer Module
High density multiplexer modules featuring a wide range of switching configurations, especially useful where a large number of small multiplexers are required. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems. Each module is factory configured into one of the configuration modes. Connections are made via a front panel 200-pin connector.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 40GHz, 50Ω, SMA-2.9, Remote Mount
40-780B-541-E
Relay
The 40-780B-541-E (PXI) and 42-780B-541-E (PXIe) are single SPDT 40GHz unterminated microwave relay modules with remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-780B range is available with one, two, three or four SPDT panel mounted relays capable of switching frequencies up to 67GHz in 50Ω or 2.5GHz in 75Ω. Connections are made via high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75Ω versions. Remote versions can support up to three SPDT relays in a single slot.
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PXIe-6548, 200 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Waveform Instrument
781012-02
Digital Waveform
PXIe, 200 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Waveform Instrument—The PXIe‑6548 is a digital waveform generator and analyzer for interfacing and basic characterization test with 32 single-ended digital pins. The device is capable of sampling digital waveforms at up to 200 MHz and interfacing with user-programmable voltage levels that have a 100 mV resolution. The PXI‑6548 also features advanced synchronization capabilities for building integrated mixed-signal test systems, hardware comparison for bit-error test, and per-bank digital timing features.
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PXI Mixed Configuration Relay Module - 13 Cells Populated
40-138-AA-BB-CC-DD (13 CELL)
Relay
The 40-138 2A Relay Module with 13 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 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 88x4 2-Pole (2 sub-cards)
40-562B-122-88X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-122-88X4 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 88x4 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 Single Microwave SPDT Relay 40GHz 50 SMA-2.9
40-780A-541
Relay
This PXI microwave module is part of a range that gives you the highest RF & microwave switching performance available. Applications are mainly in the microwave region, however there are many uses in the RF spectrum where extremely low insertion loss and ultra high isolation are critical, they may also be used for lower frequency RF applications where power handling to 240W is required (700W for N-Type options).
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PXI/PXIe Switched Guard Matrix, 16x4
40-590-101
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-590-101 (PXI) and 42-590-101 (PXIe) are modules that provide a switched guard 16x4 matrix solution with up to 1012 Ω channel to channel and channel-to-ground isolation.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Relay, Dual SPDT, 67GHz, 50Ω, SMA-1.85
40-780B-572
Relay
The 40-780B-572 (PXI) and 42-780B-572 (PXIe) are dual SPDT 67GHz unterminated microwave relay modules. The 40/42-780B range is available with one, two, three or four SPDT switches capable of switching frequencies up to 67GHz in 50Ω or 2.5GHz in 75Ω. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75Ω versions.
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PXI High Density MUX BRIC, 4-Chan, 80-Pole
40-570-112
Multiplexer Module
This range of High-Density Multiplexer is part of our BRIC family. These MUX's are designed to simplify the connection of a common set of test equipment to one of a number of different devices for testing (simultaneous multiple channel selection is also possible, without limitation). These multiplexers are ideal for applications where the equipment needs to conduct the same test process on a series of similar devices one at a time. They are available in a variety of configurations that allow testing with differing number of devices to be tested and different connection widths to suit differing test equipment pin counts. All version are supported in a BRIC8 construction that occupies eight PXI 3U mechanical slots, one of which provides the PXI interface and power.
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 138x8 1-Pole (3 sub-cards)
40-560A-021-138X8
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 High Density Multiplexer, 94-Channel, 1-Pole
40-640A-022-94/1
Multiplexer Module
The 40-640A-022-94/1 is a 94-channel, 1-pole MUX and is part of a series of high density multiplexer modules featuring a choice of switching configurations. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems.
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PXI 4-Slot BRIC Matrix, 30x32 1-Pole (6 Sub-cards)
40-562B-021-30X32
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-021-30X32 is a high density BRIC4 matrix module with a size of 30x32 with 1-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 4x4 10GHz Matrix with Loop-Thru & Term
40-787-518-4X4-L-T
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-787 Microwave BRIC platform is designed to provide a solution for complex RF matrix applications. Using a common mechanical platform the module can be constructed to provide scalable non-blocking or blocking microwave matrix for frequencies to at least 20GHz. The standard configurations provide up to a 4x4 matrix. More complex matrix can be constructed by adding further switching functions and other devices inside the module.
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PXI Single 8 Channel Optic Mux SC/PC
40-852-218
Fiber Optic Switch
The 40-852-218 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 High Density Precision Resistor Module, 6-Channel, 4Ω to 11.4MΩ
40-298-053
Programmable Resistor Module
The 40-298-053 is a high density programmable resistor module with 6 channels which can be set between 4Ω and 11.4MΩ with 1Ω resolution The 40-298 range provides a simple solution for applications requiring accurate simulation of resistive sensors. The 40-298 is available in a variety of resistance ranges and resolution capabilities that meet the needs of most functional test systems.
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PXIe-8398, Gen 3, x16 PXI Remote Control Module
784178-01
MXI Express
PXIe, Gen 3, x16 PXI Remote Control Module—The PXIe-8398 enables control of a PXI Express chassis from an external host, such as a desktop PC, rackmount controller, or a separate master chassis. Using a Gen 3 x16 PCI Express link, the PXIe-8398 provides up to 16 GB/s of data transfer between the chassis and host over a copper cable connection.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 192x12, 6 Sub-cards
40-597A-106
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-597A-106 is a PXI 1-pole 192x12 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 200 VDC/210 VAC. The 40-597A BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit most high performance PXI matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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Dual 16x4 1-Pole High-Density PXI Matrix Module
40-520-404
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-520 family of high-density PXI matrices is available in 22 different configurations with up to 256 crosspoints. The choice of six bus widths (x16, x12, x8, x6, x4 and x2) enables competitively priced solutions using Pickering Electronics instrumentation quality reed relays. These relays offer very long life with good low-level switching performance and excellent contact resistance stability. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 77x16 2-pole (7 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-77X16
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/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass
40-860A-422
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-422 is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch 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. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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PXI 2A Multiplexer, 8-Bank, 8-Channel, 2-Pole
40-614C-004
Multiplexer Module
This 8-bank, 8-channel, 2 pole version is part of the 40-614C High Density 2A multiplexer module range that is available in 20 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 Single 16x4 1-Pole 5A Power Matrix
40-549-001
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-549 is a single pole power matrix module, suitable for switching inductive/capacitive loads up to 5A with 110VDC/250VAC hot switching and 400VDC/250VAC cold switching. It is available in single 16x4, single 8x8, dual 8x4 or single 8x4 configurations. Connections are made via a front panel 25 way D-type male connector. Power Matrix Modules are intended for switching heavy AC or DC loads or for slaving large external relays, contactors and solenoids. The module is suitable for applications requiring switching of either mains voltage or DC current.
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High-Density PXI Large Matrix Modules up to 1 Amp - BRIC™
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Pickering's high-density PXI large matrix BRICs offer current handling up to 1 Amp and select models are supported by our Diagnostic Test Tools, Built-In-Relay-Self-Test (BIRST) and eBIRST Switching System Test Tools, these tools provide a quick and simple way of finding relay failures within LXI, PCI and PXI switch systems.
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PXI High Voltage Power Multiplexer, Hex 4:1 (SP4T)
40-331A-004
Multiplexer Module
The 40-331A-004 hex 4:1 MUX is part of our range of 40-331A/332 High Voltage Power Multiplexer and Matrix Modules and is suitable for applications requiring high voltage power relay switching with high density. They feature current handling up to 5A, 1000VDC/1000VAC peak cold switching and 110VDC/250VAC hot switching.
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Compact 4-slot Thunderbolt™ 3 PXI Express™ Chassis
PXES-2314T
Chassis
Dual Thunderbolt™ 3 ports for host PC connection40Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 3 bandwidthUSB Power Delivery up to 60WFour PXI Express Hybrid SlotProgrammable Trigger I/O port
