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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LXI High Density 320x4 2-Pole 2A Matrix With BIRST
60-556-025
High density double pole matrix capable of switching up to 300VDC/250VAC, or 2A (60W max). The use of high quality electro-mechanical relays offer high switching confidence and make it suitable for signal routing in large ATE systems.
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LXI High Density 64x64 2 Matrix With BIRST
60-552-027
A high-density single pole LXI 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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500-Pin SEARAY Cable Assembly, Male to Unterminated, Tinned Ends, 2 Amp, 2m, 250 Port
A500RMR-T-5C200
The 500-Pin SEARAY connector is used on switching products to provide a very high density 2A connector solution that is suitable for use to 200VDC. This cable assembly is suitable for direct connection to Pickering Interfaces products. Unterminated connections are provided at the other end of the cable for a variety of applications. Screwlocks enable the SEARAY connector to be secured to its mating product.
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PXI 1 Bank of 160 Channel 1 Pole MUX
40-615-022-1/160/1
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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Cable Assembly, 50-Pin D-Type, Female to Female, 0.5m
A050DF5-050DF5-HA050
50-Pin D-Type HV Cable assemblies are constructed from 7/0.2 (24 AWG) Tinned Copper Wire with PTFE Type C insulation. The connector assemblies can be secured to the mating part by a screwlock. The 50-Pin Female connector options of this product can be directly mated to a corresponding Pickering Interfaces switching product.
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16-Port PCI Express
PEX 8764
The ExpressLane™ PEX8764 is a 64-lane, 16-port, PCIe Gen3 switch device developed on 40nm technology. PEX8764 offers Multi-Host PCI Express switching capability that enables users to connect multiple hosts to their respective endpoints via scalable, high-bandwidth, non-blocking interconnection to a wide variety of applications including servers, storage, communications, and graphics platforms.
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Rad-Hard Power Management
ST offers a comprehensive range of QML-V rad-hard power management solutions for space applications including linear voltage regulators (low-dropout regulators), point of loads (switching DC/DC converters), PWM controllers, gate drivers, and an industry-unique integrated current limiter.
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Ethernet/LXI digitizerNETBOX 16 Bit Multi-Purpose Digitizer - 125 MS/s on 12 Channels, 80 MS/s on 24 Channels, 24 Single-Ended Inputs, 12 True Differential Inputs
DN6.596-24
The digitizerNETBOX DN6.59x series allows recording of up to 48 synchronous channels with sampling rates of 20 MS/s up to 125 MS/s. These products offer outstanding A/D features both in resolution and speed as a remote instrument. The powerful A/D amplifier section offers 6 different input ranges, programmable offset and a software switching from single-ended (full number of input channels) to true differential (half number of input channels).
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DC Power Supply
PDS Series
This series of products is programmable DC switching power supply with high accuracy and single output. It is light and compact, adjustable in voltage and current, and has multiple operating modes. The whole system is completely controlled by the microporcessor (mou), and can easily use the communication interface (re-232) to connect with the computer (PC) to meet the user's requirements for automatic testing and automatic control. The software instructions are completely in accordance with the ...show more -
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Astronics PXIe-6943, 1-Slot, 50 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Pattern Instrument
785855-01
1-Slot, 50 MHz, 32-Channel PXI Digital Pattern Instrument - The Astronics PXIe-6943 works as a core component of digital test systems that may include switching, analog instrumentation, and an RF subsystem. This instrument features an advanced thermal design, temperate monitoring, … and a high-speed data sequencer for control of stimulus and response patterns. Additionally, the Astronics PXIe-6943 operates at data rates up to 50 MHz with 1 ns edge placement, variable slew rates, and a <3 ns channel-to-channel skew. It also supports synchronized digital test systems from 32 to 224 channels.
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Cable Assembly, 160-Pin DIN41612, Male to Unterminated With Ferrules, 0.5m
40-972-160-0.5m-MU
This cable assembly is not suitable for direct connection to Pickering Interfaces switching products.
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PXI Single Screened 44x8 Matrix, 1-Pole
40-537-021-S
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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160-Pin DIN41612 Connector, Right Angle PCB Mount, Female
40-963-160-RF
Accessory allows a user to create their own PCB based termination solution. Female versions are suited to direct connection to a Pickering Switching Module while male versions can be used to interface to a female cable assembly termination.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, SP6T, 5-Bank, 50GHz, 50Ω, SMA-2.4, Terminated
60-800-705
High performance RF multiplexer suitable for switching microwave signals up to 50GHz with automatic termination of unused signals
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PXI 4x4 10GHz Matrix
40-787-518-4X4
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 High Density Multiplexer, 4-Bank, 20-Channel, 1-Pole
40-615A-016
The 40-615A-016 is a 4-bank, 20-channel, 1-pole MUX and is part of our range of PXI high density reed-relay based multiplexer modules. These feature a wide range of switching configurations and are 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.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 264x4 1-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-264X4
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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50 Ohm SMA to SMA Cable Assembly
40-977-521-0.5m
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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Diagnostic Test Tools For Switching Systems
You know that verification and diagnosis of complex switching operation in a test system has always been an issue. Two of our latest offerings in diagnostic test tools provide a quick and simple way of finding relay failures within LXI, PCI and PXI switch systems.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 4-Channel 9-Bank 6GHz SMA
60-802-009
The 60-802-009 is a 4-channel, 9-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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PXI/PXIe High Density Electro-mechanical Relay Module, 64xSPDT
42-148A-201
The 40-148A-201 (PXI) and 42-148A-201 (PXIe) 64xSPDT relay module is part of a range of high density switching modules available in Normally Open (SPST & DPST), Changeover (SPDT) and Normally Closed (SPST) configurations. Connections are made via a front panel 200-pin female connector.
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LXI And LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Our LXI modular chassis are available in 7 and 18-slot and our LXI/USB modular chassis are available in 2, 4 and 6-slot and support over 1,000 of our PXI modules. The PXI modules supported range from: PXI general purpose relays, matrices, multiplexers and RF switches to special PXI switching functions such as fault/signal insertion. Also supported are a selection of simulation modules such as programmable resistors, digital I/O, power supplies, thermocouple simulators, function generator, battery simulators and attenuators. This gives you enormous flexibility to define a switching or T&M system to exactly match your needs.
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Magnetizer
345B
The Model 300-series magnetizers are designed to handle a variety of magnetizing applications and materials, from small Alnico parts to large blocks of neodymium-iron. Each of these magnetizers feature patented ECS (Electronic Capacitance Switching) technology, which allows the user to change the capacitance of the unit through the front panel. By setting the charging voltage and capacitance of the magnetizer properly, the user can then scale the output energy of the unit to match the magnetizin...show more -
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Radio Test Set
CMA180
With its frequency range from 100 kHz to 3 GHz, the R&S®CMA180 is ideal for testing all common analog and digital radio systems. Input levels up to 150 W are no problem for the R&S®CMA180. The flexible internal switching capabilities for the audio and RF paths make the R&S®CMA180 suitable for a wide range of test requirements. Users can configure the internal generators, external audio sources, filters and measurements according to the given application. In the predefined test scenarios for receiver, transmitter and duplex tests, the RF and audio paths are preconfigured. This saves time and eliminates configuration errors for standard test cases.
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Simulation Tools for Analog and Power Electronics
SIMetrix/SIMPLIS
Fast and accurate simulator for switching power circuits, fully utilising the SIMetrix development environment.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Relay, Triple SPDT, 50 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.4, Remote Mount, Failsafe
42-780B-553-E
The 40-780B-553-E (PXI) and 42-780B-553-E (PXIe) are triple failsafe SPDT 50 GHz 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 67 GHz in 50 Ω or 2.5 GHz in 75 Ω. Connections are made via high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50 Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75 Ω versions. Remote versions can support up to three SPDT relays in a single slot.
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PXI Single SP4T Multiplexer 18GHz 50 SMA
40-784A-121
Pickering Interfaces’ range of 40-784A PXI Microwave Multiplexer Modules have a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and are capable of switching signals up to 40GHz. Available in single, dual or triple, 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
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 290x6, 5 Sub-cards
40-596A-105
The 40-596A-105 is a PXI 1-pole 290x6 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 40-596A 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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Switching Systems
DEV offers a range of matrix and redundancy switches, as well as de-/multiplexers. Beside custom configurations, we provide our flexible switching systems in different sizes, for L-Band and CATV Frequencies.
