RF / Microwave Switches
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High-Density PXI Multiplexer Switch Modules
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This range of High-Density Multiplexer Switch Modules provides a compact array of MUX solutions with differing combinations of channel counts and poles. Most of our high-density solutions include isolation relays that allow the MUX to be disconnected from the single input/output port, enabling the convenient interconnection of other channels.
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PXI SPDT Switch: 64-ch, 100 Vrms / 1A, Reed Relays
M9131A
Switch Module
The M9131A is a high-density, general purpose switch with 64 independent, single-pole, double-throw (Form C) switches in a single PXI module. This module can be used to cycle power to products under test, control indicator and status lights, or actuate external power relays and solenoids. The high-speed, long-life reed relays can handle 100 Vrms and 1 A, with up to 3 W maximum power. Choose from the durable connector block or standard cable connections.
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High Density Switching PXI Card
GX6138
Switch Module
The GX6138 is low cost 3U switching card with 38 individual low level SPST Form A relays capable of switching 0.5 A at 200 VDC. The GX6138 is ideal for applications requiring high density switching.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 6-Channel 13-Bank 26.5GHz SMA
60-801-313
Microwave Multiplexer
The 60-801-313 is a 6-channel, 13-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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50 Ohm BNC to BNC Cable Assembly
40-977-501-0.1m
RF Cable Assembly
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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PXI Solid-State SPST Switch, 3-Channel 25A 100V
40-184-002
SPST Switch
The 40-184-002 has 3-off high current SPST switches in one PXI slot and is part of our range of high power solid state switching solutions. Each SPST switch 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/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Triple Insert/Bypass
40-860A-332
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-332 is a PXI/PXIe triple insert/bypass switch with MU 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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Standard 1.10 (31.18) - 4.80 (136.00) Switch Probe
TSP100-C100-1
Switch Probe
Current Rating (Amps): 5Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 100Test Center (mm): 2.54Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,990Overall Length (mm): 50.60Switch Point (mil): 59Switch Point (mm): 1.50
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Dual, 50 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.4, Failsafe
42-782B-552
Switch Module
The 40-782B-552 (PXI) and 42-782B-552 (PXIe) dual failsafe transfer switches are part of our range of PXI microwave switching modules. They have a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω and a maximum operating frequency of 50 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA-2.4 coaxial connectors.
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75 Ohm Mini SMB Cable Assembly
40-977-751-1m
RF Cable Assembly
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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TSP100 Switch Probes
Switch Probe
Current Rating (Amps): 5Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 100Test Center (mm): 2.54Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,990Overall Length (mm): 50.60Switch Point (mil): 59Switch Point (mm): 1.50
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PXI Solid-State SPST Switch, 6-Channel 25A 100V
40-184-001
SPST Switch
This range of PXI high power switches support 6-off high current SPST switches into two PXI slots or 3-off high current SPST switches into one PXI slot. Each SPST switch 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. Each PXI solid-state SPST switch can support 25A of continuous current and switch up to 100V signals. The switch can sustain inrush currents of up to 90A. AC or DC signals can be switched since the switch is polarity insensitive.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Quad Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, MU Connectors
42-860A-342
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-342 is a PXI/PXIe quad insert/bypass switch with MU connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules.
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High 1.80 (51.00) - 12.60 (357.00) Switch Probe
TSP138-FK230-3
Switch Probe
Current Rating (Amps): 10Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 138Test Center (mm): 3.50Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,760Overall Length (mm): 44.70Switch Point (mil): 67Switch Point (mm): 1.70
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50 Ohm MCX to MCX Cable Assembly
40-977-561-0.25m
RF Cable Assembly
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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PXI/PXIe RF Switch, Hex SPDT, 3GHz, 50Ω, SMB
40-870A-006
Switch Module
The 40-870A-006 (PXI) and 42-870A-006 (PXIe) are 50Ω RF switches with 6 separate SPDT relays in a single slot. They have low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost. The switch banks been carefully designed to ensure excellent and repeatable RF characteristics to frequencies of 3GHz. The injection of noise and unwanted signals into the signal paths of the 40/42-870A has been minimized by careful attention to the mechanical and electrical design.
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50 Ohm BNC to SMA Adaptor Assembly
40-978-511-0.5m
RF Cable Assembly
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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PXI Dual 2 x 2 Fibre Optic (M Mode) SC M50
40-860-222-M50
Switch Module
Pickering PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching cards are available in many high density formats with a choice of 5 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 Flexible Microwave Module, Dual SP6T 26.5 GHz, Single SPDT 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA
40-890-003
Microwave Switch Module
The 40-890 (PXI) and 42-890 (PXIe) range of PXI microwave modules allows users to specify the mix of relay types, frequencies and quantities based on the application requirements within the capabilities of the module driver card. Choose from the extensive relay selection already available in the Pickering microwave range to create a flexible solution.
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PXI Solid-State Switch Module, 3xSPST, 25 A, 100 V, Hardware Interlock
40-184A-002-HI
Switch Module
The 40-184A-002-HI has 3-off high current SPST switches with hardware interlock in one PXI slot and is part of our range of high power solid state switching solutions.
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RF & Microwave Signal Generator
SMA100B
Microwave Signal Generator
The R&S®SMA100B RF and microwave signal generator delivers uncompromising maximum performance. It provides the purest output signals while maintaining the highest output power levels with the lowest harmonics, far outpacing the competition. As the world's leading signal generator, it can handle the most demanding module and system T&M tasks in the RF semiconductor, wireless communications, aerospace and defense industries.
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PXI 16 Channel Switch Simulation Module
40-480-121
Switch Simulation Module
The 40-480 is designed to simulate the operation of automotive switches where dirty contacts or leaking current can be expected from switch contamination. It allows automotive I/O devices to be tested for correct operation under adverse conditions. The design includes protection circuits that ensure module damage cannot be caused by wiring faults or UUT failures. Each module can support up to 32 channels and is suitable for both 12V and 24V automotive applications.
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PXI 9 x SPDT RF Switch 1.2GHz 50 SMB Connectors
40-754-109
Switch Module
The 40-754 is a 50Ω High Density RF switch available with 17 or 9 SPDT relays in a single PXI module. The 40-754 is available with two connector options; an SMB connector that provides a frequency range of 1.2GHz (useable to 1.8GHz) occupying two PXI slots, or an MS-M RF multiway connector which limits the bandwidth to 500MHz but offers a high density solution occupying one PXI slot. The RF switch design is identical in each case.
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2X16 PXIe Switch Matrix, 300 KHz to 9 GHz
M9164B
Switch Module
M9164B 2X16 PXIe switch matrix, 300 KHz to 9 GHz is a full cross-bar switch matrix that provide a switch based multiport VNA solution.
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PXI Microwave Transfer Switch, Single, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe, Remote Mount
40-782B-531-E
Switch Module
The 40-782B-531-E (PXI) and 42-782B-531-E (PXIe) single failsafe transfer switches with remotely mounted relays are part of our range of PXI microwave switching modules. They have a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω and a maximum operating frequency of 26.5 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA coaxial connectors.
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Standard 2.90 (82.20) - 5.40 (153.00) Switch Probe
TSP157-C100-1
Switch Probe
Current Rating (Amps): 10Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 157Test Center (mm): 3.99Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 984Overall Length (mm): 25.00Switch Point (mil): 67Switch Point (mm): 1.70
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16-Ch SPST 10A-277VAC High Current
YAV90086
Switch Module
16 power relays SPST Switching up to 2770VA 16A Switching 125Vac 10A Switching 277Vac CAN Control (or Ethernet with Ethernet to CAN Gateway) Drivers dll & VIs available
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PXI/PXIe RF Switch, Triple SPDT, 3GHz, 50Ω, MCX
42-870A-103
Switch Module
The 40-870A-103 (PXI) and 42-870A-103 (PXIe) are 50Ω RF switches with 3 separate SPDT relays in a single slot. They have low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost.
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PXI/PXIe RF Switch, 8xSP4T + 4xSP4T, 1.3 GHz, 50 Ω, Multiway Connectors
42-755A-902
Switch Module
The 40-755A-902 (PXI) and 42-755A-902 (PXIe) are high density RF switch modules configured as 8xSP4T and 4xSPDT. The range of modules is available in 50 Ω and 75 Ω variants with mixed SP4T & SPDT switches in a single PXI module. They are available with two connector options; SMB that provides a frequency range of 1.8 GHz (50 Ω) / 1.3 GHz (75 Ω), or multiway which limits the bandwidth to 1.3 GHz but offers a high density solution occupying one PXI slot. The connectors used are fully supported by the range of Pickering Interfaces connection solutions.
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MS-M Style 26-Pin RF Cable Assembly, Female To Unterminated, 2m, RG178 Cable
40-979A-526-2m-FU
RF Cable Assembly
This 2m long MS-M style RF 26-Pin cable assembly is constructed from RG178 Silver Plated Copper Clad Steel Wire with FEP insulation and an attenuation of 102dB/100m at 500MHz. Screwlocks are provided to secure the MS-M connector to the associated product.





























