Switching
Controls consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit. (www.cogsci.princeton.edu)
See Also: Switching Matrix, High Voltage Switching, Switching Matrices, Multiplexers, General Purpose Switch
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PXI MUX 8 Banks of 8 Channel Screened 1 Pole
40-610-021-S-8/8/1
This series of high density multiplexer modules feature 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. Connections are made via a front panel 200-pin connector.Inter-bank linking relays allow multiplexer size to be increased in multiples of in multiples of three by joining the common terminals of adjacent banks. Closing one linking switch produces a 6-channel multiplexer, closing all linking switches produces an 54-channel multiplexer
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC Matrix, Solid State, 192x8, 1-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-563B-121-192X8
The 40-563B-121-192x8 is an ultra high density 8-slot matrix module with 1-pole switching and is part of our range PXI BRIC matrices. They are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit high performance PXI switching requirements and are constructed using solid state switches.
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8 Channel Relay Board for Signal Isolation
FXA-104 Relay 8CH
The FXA-104 is a relay board to switch signals with 8 SPDT channels. It’s eight channels can be switched individually with a low active input. Each channel is equipped with a status led and capable of switching up to 2A. Due to its wide range input it’s very flexible to use and it is delivered with an installed DIN rail carrier.
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Cable Assembly, 37-Pin D-Type, Female to Unterminated With Cut Ends, 2m, HV
A037DF4-C-HA200
The 37-Pin D-Type HV Cable assemblies are constructed from 7/0.2 (24AWG) Tinned Copper Wire with PTFE Type C insulation. The connector assembly can be secured to the mating part by a screwlock. The 37-Pin Female connector options of this product can be directly mated to a corresponding Pickering Interfaces switching product.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 150x16 2-pole (10 sub-cards)
40-561A-122-150X16
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 BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 93x4 2pin brkout
40-592A-113
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.
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PCIe Passive Switch
MAX4889C
High-Speed PCI Express Passive Switches Enable Gen II Switching with Low Insertion Loss and Superior Return Loss
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Single 48-Channel 1-Pole 5 Amp PXI Solid State Multiplexer
40-652-001
The 40-652 range of multiplexers uses solid state relays with high tolerance to surge currents and hot switching events. Each multiplexer provides an isolation relay in the common to minimize capacitive loading when expanding the multiplexer across multiple modules. The 40-652 can sustain 30A for 300s on hot or cold switching. User connections are made via a 50-way D-Type connector which is fully support by our comprehensive range of cables and connector accessories.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical MUX, 8-Channel, Multi-Mode, 62.5/125 Fiber
40-852A-418-M62.5
The 40/42-852A-418-M62.5 is a PXI/PXIe 8-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. 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/PXIe Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 40 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.9, External Termination, Failsafe, Remote Mount
40-781A-521-E
The 40-781A-521-E (PXI) and 42-781A-521-E (PXIe) are single failsafe SPDT 40 GHz microwave relay modules with external terminations and remotely mounted relays. 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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PXI 5A Power Multiplexer, 4-Bank, 11-Channel
40-651A-003
The 40-651A-003 is part of our range of high density power multiplexer modules is suitable for switching inductive/capacitive loads up to 5A at 250VAC. It is available in the following 1-pole multiplexer formats.
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PXI 4x4 20GHz Matrix with Loop-Thru
40-787-528-4X4-L
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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Solid State Relays
Panasonic Industrial Devices Sales Company of America
Panasonic offers a wide variety of Solid State Relays including Through-Hole and SMD, High Capacity and Phototriac Coupler Solid State Relays. Triac output components for AC load applications. Advantages include long operational life, high frequency switching, no contact arcs, high contact reliability, and noiseless operation.
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Cable Assembly, 160-Pin DIN41612, Male to Male, 0.5m
40-970-160-0.5m-MM
The cable assembly is not suitable for direct connection to Pickering Interfaces switching products.
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2 GHz Dual 1:4 RF Mux, 75 Ohm Module for 34970A/34972A
34906A
The Keysight 34906A RF multiplexer module for the 34970A/34972A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit offers broadband switching capabilities for high-frequency and pulsed signals. Use it to route test signals between your device under test and your signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, or other instrumentation. The RF multiplexers are arranged as two independent 1 x 4 multiplexers, each with a common shield and a switched center conductor. Connections can be made directly to SMB inputs with...show more -
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 225x4 2A 1-Pole Matrix
40-568-103
The 40-568 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps or 200VDC/140VAC. The 40-568 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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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 6-Channel 10-Bank 26.5GHz SMA
60-801-310
The 60-801-310 is a 6-channel, 10-bank RF multiplexer suitable for switching 50Ω signals up to 26.5GHz. It is part of Pickering Interfaces’ range of LXI Microwave Multiplexers which are available with bandwidths between 6GHz and 40GHz and support for 4, 8 12 or 16 banks of 4 or 6-channel multiplexers. It is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors.
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PXI/PXIe RF Multiplexer, Dual 4-Channel, Terminated Common, 3GHz, 50Ω, SMB
40-876A-002
The 40-876A-002 (PXI) and 42-876A-002 (PXIe) are 50 Ohm 4 to 1 RF multiplexers with 2 banks in a single slot. Additionally, extra switching allows the common connection to be terminated into 50 Ohm, maintaining signal integrity. The module has 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 Power Relay Module, 8xSPDT, 5 Amp, 37-Pin D-type Connector
40-158-104
The 40/42-158-104 is a PXI/PXIe high density power relay module with 8xSPDT switches rated at 5A. User connection is via a 37-pin D-type male connector. The 40/42-158 range is available in 8, 16, 24 or 32 SPST configurations with or without hardware interlock. Electro-mechanical power relays are used which are suitable for switching loads up to 5A at 250VAC.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 4-Channel 4-Bank 18GHz SMA
60-802-204
The 60-802-204 is a 4-channel, 4-bank RF multiplexer suitable for switching 50Ω signals up to 18GHz. It is part of Pickering Interfaces’ range of LXI Microwave Multiplexers which are available with bandwidths between 6GHz and 40GHz and support for 4, 8 12 or 16 banks of 4 or 6-channel multiplexers. It is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors.
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Video Mixer PMC
PMC-285
Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions
The PMC-285 video mixer PMC is one of a range of video products from Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions that facilitate the implementation of complex video systems, meeting the needs of systems integrators that have requirements for switching and routing video and for more complex operations such as multi-video windowing.
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Cable Assembly, 37-Pin D-Type, Female to Unterminated With Ferrules, 1m, HV
40-972-037-1m-FU-HV
The 37-Pin D-Type HV Cable assemblies are constructed from 7/0.2 (24AWG) Tinned Copper Wire with PTFE Type C insulation. The connector assembly can be secured to the mating part by a screwlock. The 37-Pin Female connector options of this product can be directly mated to a corresponding Pickering Interfaces switching product.
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LXI HighDensity 160x16 2A Matrix with BIRST
60-554-025
A high-density single pole matrix module capable of switching up to 300VDC/250VAC, 2A (60W max). The use of high-quality electro-mechanical relays offers high switching confidence for signal routing in large ATE systems.
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Synthesizers
Offering synthesizer architectures supporting operating frequencies from 0.1 to 40 GHz. Our direct analog and digital designs feature fast switching speed of less than 100 nanoseconds and ultra-low phase noise. Our wideband indirect synthesizer designs support your requirements for smaller size and lower power consumption and offer typical switching speed of less than 500 microseconds. Composite architecture designs (Direct and Indirect Synthesis) are also available to optimize phase noise, switching speed, size and power consumption.
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PXI/PXIe RF Multiplexer, Single 4-Channel, Terminated Common, 3GHz, 50Ω, SMB
42-876A-001
The 40-876A-001 (PXI) and 42-876A-001 (PXIe) are 50 Ohm 4 to 1 RF multiplexers with 1 bank in a single slot. Additionally, extra switching allows the common connection to be terminated into 50 Ohm, maintaining signal integrity. The module exhibits low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost.
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96 Channel DPST Relay And Control PXI Carrier Card
GX6196
The GX6196 is a 6U PXI switch and control board that can be used to create custom switching, signal conditioning, or specific UUT control interfaces. The board provides 96, 2 pole, form A relays, 8 digital I/O lines, and a serial digital interface. All of these resources are available via (5) inter-board connectors which interface to the user defined daughter / mezzanine board. The mezzanine board provides all connections to the unit under test (UUT) via two 78 pin D-sub connectors. The GX6196 is supplied with a front panel which accepts (2) 78 pin D-sub connectors.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 4-Channel 11-Bank 6GHz SMA
60-802-011
The 60-802-011 is a 4-channel, 11-bank RF multiplexer suitable for switching 50Ω signals up to 6GHz. It is part of a range of LXI Microwave Multiplexers which are available with bandwidths between 6GHz and 40GHz and support for between 1 and 16 banks of 4 or 6-channel multiplexers. It is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors.
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FET Solid State Switch, 300 kHz to 8 GHz, SPDT
U9397A
The Keysight U9397A solid state switch maximizes your frequency range from 300 kHz up to 8 GHz, offering excellent performance with high isolation, low SWR and fast switching speed. Applications include instrumentation, communications, radar, and many other test systems that require high speed RF and microwave SPDT switching.
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50 Ohm MCX to MCX Cable Assembly
40-977-561-0.1m
Pickering Interfaces offer a range of RF cable assemblies to complement our extensive range of PXI, LXI, PCI, VXI and GPIB switching products. All cable assemblies are made from high quality materials and use best practice assembly methods to ensure the cabling matches the performance of the switching modules they support.
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500-Pin SEARAY Connector, Male with Backshell, 1 Amp, 500 Port
C500RMR-4SB-0A
The 500-Pin SEARAY connector is used on switching products to provide a very high density 1A connector solution that is suitable for use to 200VDC. This accessory is designed to allow users to directly terminate a cable via solder bucket connections to a PCB linked to a 500-Pin SEARAY connector. Pickering Interfaces recommend the use of purchased cable assemblies for applications where most or all of the contacts are in use.