Pickering Interfaces Inc.
Pickering Interfaces designs and manufactures modular signal switching and simulation for use in electronic test and verification. We offer the largest range of switching and simulation products in the industry for PXI, LXI, PCI & USB applications. Our products are specified in test systems installed throughout the world and have a reputation for providing excellent reliability and value.
- +44 (0)1255 687900
- sales@pickeringtest.com
- Stephenson Road
Clacton on Sea
Essex, CO15 4NL
United Kingdom
- PXI Chassis and Remote Controller
- Configurable PXI & PXIe Microwave Switch Platform
- PXI Power Supply Modules
- High-Voltage LXI Matrix Modules
- PXI Precision Programmable Resistor Modules
- PCI Precision Programmable Resistor Cards
- LXI 50 RF Matrix - 2.4GHz
- 25 Pin D-Type Cables - Connector to Unterminated for Pickering
- 25 Pin D-Type Cables - Connector to Unterminated
- Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD) Simulators
- 2 Amp PXI Large Matrix Modules
- PXI Chassis
- 20-Pin GMCT Connector & Cable Accessories
- 25 Pin D-Type Cables - Connector to Connector for Pickering
- 25 Pin D-Type Connectors for Pickering
- PCI Switch & Simulation Cards
- LXI Switching Solutions
- LXI RF & Microwave Switching Solutions
- PXI Prototyping and Breadboard Modules
- PXI Attenuator Modules
- PCI Standard Programmable Resistor Cards
- PXI Simulation Modules For Sensor Simulation
- 25 Pin D-Type Connector Blocks for Pickering
- 68 Pin 1.27mm Pitch Micro-D Connectors for Pickering
- PXI Switch Solutions
- PXI Chassis And Remote Controllers
- Cables And Connector Solutions
- PXI High Voltage Amplifiers
- 20 Pin GMCT Cables - Connector to Unterminated for Pickering
- PXI Digital I/O Modules
- PXI Instrumentation Modules For Automated Test Systems
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 132x16 1-Pole (12 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-132X16
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 12x8 RF Matrix 250MHz 75 SMB
40-726A-751
The 40-726A is a 12x8 RF Matrix Module suitable for switching frequencies up to 300MHz (50Ω version). The 40-726A is available in either 50Ω or 75Ω versions with a choice of coaxial connectors. The module is designed to provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix for RF frequencies. Isolation Switches are located on all coaxial connectors, these disconnect the matrix from the external test fixture. This maximizes isolation and RF performance.
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PXI 2-Slot BRIC Matrix, 66x8 1-Pole (3 Sub-cards)
40-562B-221-66X8
The 40-562B-221-66X8 is a high density BRIC2 matrix module with a size of 66x8 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/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Triple SP6T, 2.5 GHz, 75 Ω, 1.6/5.6, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-785C-753-E
The 40-785C-753-E (PXI) and 42-785C-753-E (PXIe) are triple failsafe SP6T 2.5 GHz unterminated 75 Ω microwave multiplexers with remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-785C range of multiplexers are available in single or dual, SP6T or SP4T configurations with relays mounted on the front panel. Remote versions are also available which can support up to three multiplexers in a single slot.
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PXI/PXIe RF Matrix, Single 2x2, 2.5GHz, 75Ω, SMB
40-837A-001
The 40-837A-001 (PXI) and 42-837A-001 (PXIe) are 75Ω 2x2 RF matrices with 1 bank in a single slot. Loop-thru connections are provided on both the X and Y axis allowing the attachment of terminations for unused signals or for expansion to other matrices. Larger matrices are easily built with varied X and Y dimensions, such as 8x2 and 4x4 using multiple 40/42-837A modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass
40-860A-122
The 40/42-860A-122 is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with FC/PC 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 Programmable Resistor Module 10x12 Bit, 0 Ohm to 4K Phm
40-295-121-10/12
The 40-295 is a Programmable Resistor module with up to 18 channels of 8-bit resolution resistor chains in a single 3U PXI module. The flexible architecture allows these modules to also be supplied as 12, 16 or 24-bit resolution versions for applications requiring finer resolution, greater resistance range or higher channel count.
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Cable Assembly, 160-Pin DIN41612, Male to Unterminated With Ferrules, 2m
40-972-160-2m-MU
This cable assembly is not suitable for direct connection to Pickering Interfaces switching products.
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PXI Dual 12x4 1-Pole Matrix Module, Screened
40-511-021-S
The 40-510 series of matrix modules feature a wide range of selectable switching configurations (12x4,dual 12x4,12x8 and 24x4). Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems. Available reed relay formats are 1-pole, 2-pole and 1-Pole screened. The screened version is suitable for switching signals up to 50MHz. Larger matrices may be constructed by Daisy Chaining the common signals from multiple PXI modules.
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PCI High Density Matrix, Dual 20x4 2-Pole
50-511A-022
The 50-510A series of matrix cards feature a wide range of switching configurations (22x4, dual 20x4, 22x8 and 44x4). Larger matrices may be constructed by daisy chaining the common signals from multiple cards. Expansion cables are available for the 50-512 and 50-513: The 50-512 can be expanded to 44x8 or the 50-513 can be expanded to 88x4 using two cards linked by the ribbon cable assembly 50-976-020-0.1M. Also the 50-512 can be expanded to 22x16 or the 50-513 can be expanded to 44x8 using two cards linked by the ribbon cable assembly 50-976-050-0.1M.
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Cable Assembly 15-Pin D-Type, Female to Unterminated With Cut Ends, 2m
A015DF4-C-0A200
The 15-Pin Connector to Unterminated Cable Assy is constructed from PFA insulated 19/0.18 (21AWG) Tinned Copper Wire. The connector can be secured to the associated product by screwlocks. The unterminated connections are coded to match the connector pin designation. When using this product additional cable strain relief arrangements may be necessary and appropriate electrical safety precautions should be observed.
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PCI Strain Gauge Simulator Card, 4-Channel, 1.5k
50-265-404
Designed to simulate the operation of a range of strain gauges making it ideal for testing strain gauge meters and a wide variety of industrial control systems. It provides a simple way of replacing in house developed sensors with a low cost simulator having excellent performance that is easy to calibrate and use.
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PXI 10W Programmable Resistor Module, 1-Channel, 1Ω to 62.1Ω
40-253-111
The 40-253-111 is a programmable resistor module with 1 channel which can be set between 1Ω and 62.1Ω with 0.25Ω resolution The 40-253 range provides a simple solution for applications requiring up to 10W of power handling per channel. The 40-253 is available in a variety of resistance ranges and resolution capabilities that meet the needs of most functional test systems.
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200 Pin LFH Connector Blocks for Pickering
The connector blocks below are suitable to use with Pickering cards and modules that utilize a 200-pin LFH connector.
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PXI Single SP6T MUX 40GHz 50Ω SMA-2.9
40-784-041
Pickering Interfaces’ 40-784 PXI Microwave Multiplexer Modules have a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohm and are capable of switching signals up to 40GHz. Available in single or dual SP6T or SP4T formats, they are suitable for constructing complex microwave switching networks and provide a range of switching configurations to suit most applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors.