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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PXIe-8430, 8-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module
781472-01
Serial Interface
8-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module—The PXIe‑8430/8 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS232 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Single SP6T, 2.5 GHz, 75 Ω, 1.6/5.6, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-785C-751-E
Multiplexer Module
The 40-785C-751-E (PXI) and 42-785C-751-E (PXIe) are single 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 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 176x8, 4 Sub-cards
40-567A-104
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-567A-104 is a PXI 1-pole 176x8 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 100VDC/70VAC. The 40-567A BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit most high performance PXI Matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXIe Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Internal Termination, Failsafe
42-781A-221
Microwave Relay Module
The 40-781A-221 (PXI) and 42-781A-221 (PXIe) are single failsafe SPDT 26.5 GHz microwave relay modules with internal terminations. The 40/42-781A range is available with one or two SPDT switches capable of switching frequencies up to 50 GHz in 50 Ω. 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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PXIe-8285, 2-Port, 25 Gigabit, RDMA PXI Ethernet Interface Module
788510-01
Ethernet Interface
The PXIe-8285 is a high-performance 25-Gigabit remote direct memory access (RDMA) interface for PXI Express. This module includes two 25-Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 ports in a single-slot PXI Express module and supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE).
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PXI Chassis
Chassis
PXI Chassis are compatible with PXI, PXI Express, and PXI hybrid modules and meet the cooling requirements of the most power-demanding PXI modules. You can also choose chassis options that minimize the overall system acoustic emissions. Chassis can provide up to 18 slots, with a mixture of both PXI and PXI Express module compatibility, and you can choose between AC and DC power options.
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PXI 4-slot BRIC Matrix, 336x6, 1 Pole (4 Sub-cards)
40-558-401-336x6
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-558-401-336x6 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 64x4 Matrix 2-Pole Switching
40-533A-022
Matrix Switch Module
Typical applications include signal routing in Functional ATE and data acquisition systems. These PXI matrix modules are constructed using high reliability sputtered Ruthenium reed relays, offering >109 operations to give maximum switching confidence with long life and stable contact resistance.
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PXI/PXIe RF Multiplexer, Dual 4-Channel, Terminated, 3GHz, 50Ω, MCX
40-873A-102
Multiplexer Module
The 40-873A-102 (PXI) and 42-873A-102 (PXIe) are 4 to 1 RF multiplexers with 2 banks in a single slot. Additionally, extra switching allows unused channels to be terminated into 50 Ohm, maintaining signal integrity. It has 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.
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NI-9146, 4-Slot, Spartan-6 LX45 FPGA, Ethernet CompactRIO Chassis
782445-01
Chassis
4-Slot, Spartan-6 LX45 FPGA, Ethernet CompactRIO Chassis - The NI-9146 is a rugged Ethernet chassis that you can use to add C Series I/O modules to any standard Ethernet network. You can program the chassis using scan-mode for fast expansion of your real-time system or using the onboard FPGA for inline processing and high-speed I/O and control. The NI-9146 enables you to add high-performance I/O to your PC-based application or expand your CompactRIO, PXI, or industrial controller application.
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PXIe-5113, 500 MHz, 3 GS/s, 8-Bit PXI Oscilloscope
786405-01
Oscilloscope
PXIe, 500 MHz, 3 GS/s, 8-Bit PXI Oscilloscope—The PXIe-5113 oscilloscope has two channels that sample up to 3 GS/s with flexible and programmable settings for coupling, input impedance, voltage range, and filtering. PXI Oscilloscopes also feature a number of triggering modes, deep onboard memory, and an instrument driver that facilitates high-speed data throughput and includes analysis functions. This device is ideal for automated and partially automated applications that require flexible measurement configurations and up to 500 MHz of analog bandwidth.
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PXI Single 24x8 Matrix, 1 Pole Switching
40-521-021
Matrix Switch Module
An ultra high density matrix module is configured as a 24x8, this range is availablein a choice of reed relay formats: 1-pole (shown here), 2-pole and 1-Pole screened. The screenedversion is suitable for switching signals up to 50MHz. Typical applications include signal routing in Functional ATE and data acquisitionsystems. These PXI matrix cards are constructed using high reliability RutheniumElectro-Plated Reed Relays, offering >10e8 operations to give maximum switchingconfidence with long life and stable contact resistance.
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PXI Bus Expanders
MXI-4E Series
Bus Extender
The MXI-4E PXI Bus Expander allows for direct control of PXI systems from a PCI or PCIe slot in a desktop computer or server. MXI-4E interface cards can also be used for linking multiple PXI chassis. MXI-4E technology utilizes a high-bandwidth link that is transparent to software applications and drivers, therefore providing the ability to use high performance desktop computers or servers to control PXI systems.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 66x16 2-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-562B-322-66X16
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-322-66X16 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 66x16 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/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Single, 40GHz, 50Ω, SMA-2.9
40-782B-541
Switch Module
The 40-782B-541 (PXI) and 42-782B-541 (PXIe) single transfer switches are part of our range of PXI microwave switching modules. They have a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and a maximum operating frequency of 40GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA-2.9 coaxial connectors.
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PXI RTD Simulator Module, 20 Channel, PT1000
40-263-103
Simulator
The 40-263-103 is a 20-channel PT1000 RTD Simulator. The 40-263 range is a cost effective method of simulating PT100, PT500 or PT1000 RTDs. It supports 4, 8, 12, 16, 20 or 24 channels in one or two PXI slots. Also, channels are able to be set as short or open circuit to simulate faulty wiring to a sensor.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Relay, Triple SPDT, 50 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.4, Failsafe
42-780B-553
Relay
The 40-780B-553 (PXI) and 42-780B-553 (PXIe) are triple failsafe SPDT 50 GHz 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 67 GHz in 50 Ω or 2.5 GHz in 75 Ω. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50 Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75 Ω versions. Remote versions are also available which can support up to three SPDT relays in a single slot.
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PXI 2 Slot BRIC 45x16 1-Pole (3 sub-cards)
40-561A-221-45X16
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-561A-221-45X16 is part of a range of high-density PXI BRIC 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.
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PXI Solid State 8x2 Matrix, 30 Amp
40-555A-011
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-555A-011 is a high current 8x2 matrix occupying two slots of PXI chassis. Each matrix crosspoint 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 Power Supply 1 Channel 40W 48V 2A
PS48401
Power Supply
The PS48401 is a programmable DC power supply in a 2-slot PXI/cPCI form factor. It features a fully isolated output capable of delivering 0-48VDC / 2A / 40W. It offers a programmable current limit and the ability to measure the output voltage and current under software or trigger control.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 300x4, 4 Sub-cards
40-568A-104
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-568A-104 is a PXI 1-pole 300x4 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 300VDC/250VAC. The 40-568A BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit most high performance PXI Matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI BRIC8 1Resource Distributor, 1Bus Matrix
40-569-111
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-569 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high-density bus matrix inputs and resource distributor bussed configurations capable of switching up to 2A and up to 100VDC/70VAC. These large PXI matrix modules are available in 4 or 8 slot sizes and are constructed using high-quality electromechanical relays.
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Chassis Mounting Kit For 40-923 & 60-103
63-103-001
Chassis
This chassis mounting kit is designed for use with the 19-slot PXI chassis and the 18-slot LXI modular switching chassis, allowing installation into a standard 19" rack. When installed in a rack, a space of 1U should be allowed underneath the chassis for the cooling air intake, increasing the overall rack occupancy to 5U.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 440x4 2-pole (10 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-440X4
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 Microwave Multiplexer, Triple SP4T, 6 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-784B-103-E
Multiplexer Module
The 40-784B-103-E (PXI) and 42-784B-103-E (PXIe) are triple failsafe SP4T 6 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/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Single SP10T, 22 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Terminated, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-788-131-TE
Multiplexer Module
The 40-788-131-TE (PXI) and 42-788-131-TE (PXIe) are single failsafe SP10T 22 GHz microwave multiplexers with automatic termination of unused signals and remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-788 range of multiplexers are also available as single or dual, SP8T, SP10T or SP12T panel mounted multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Triple Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-332-HI
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-332-HI is a PXI/PXIe triple insert/bypass switch with MU connectors, includes hardware interlock 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 MUX 1-Bank of 80 Channel 1-Pole
40-615-021-1/80/1
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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PXIe-2738 , 256-Crosspoint, 8x32, 2-Wire PXI Matrix Switch Module
782835-38
Matrix Switch Module
256-Crosspoint, 8x32, 2-Wire PXI Matrix Switch Module—The PXIe‑2738 is a high‐density 8x32 PXI matrix switch module designed for routing signals within automated test systems and using electromechanical relays to perform immediate switch operations. It also offers features to monitor the health of deployed systems and plan for predictive maintenance, including onboard relay count tracking, a temperature sensor, and functional and resistive relay self-tests available through the NI Switch Health Center.
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PXI 4-Slot BRIC Matrix, 176x4 2-Pole (4 sub-cards)
40-562B-022-176X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-022-176X4 is a high density BRIC4 matrix module with a size of 176x4 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.





























