RF Switching
The opening and closing of RF connections.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 1176x6 1-Pole (14 Sub-cards)
40-558-121-1176X6
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-558-121-1176x6 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 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 792x4 2-Pole (18 sub-cards)
40-562B-322-792X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-322-792X4 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 792x4 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 2 Slot BRIC Solid State 64x8 1-Pole (2 sub-cards)
40-563A-221-64X8
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 PXI matrix requirements and are constructed using solid-state switches.
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LXI High Voltage Switching - 10xSPST Plugin Module
65-233-904-HI
Switch Module
The 65-233-904-HI plug-in module is part of a scalable high voltage switch platform that provides a high voltage switching solution with capability up to 9 kV.
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PXI Single 66x8 Matrix, 1-Pole
40-541-021
Matrix Switch Module
The highest density single slot PXI reed relay matrix module on the market today. This range also includes a 132x4 and 33x16 reed relay matrices with 1-pole switching. They are constructed using high reliability sputtered ruthenium reed relays, offering >10e9 operations to give maximum switching confidence with long life and stable contact resistance. Typical applications include signal routing in Functional ATE and data acquisition systems.
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PXI 8x9 RF Matrix 500MHz 50 SMB
40-725-511
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-725 is an 8x9 RF Matrix Module suitable for switching frequencies up to 500MHz (50Ω version). The 40-725 is available in either 50Ω or 75Ω versions with SMB coaxial connectors. It is intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems. Automatic Isolation Switches are located on all coaxial connections, these disconnect the matrix from the external test fixture maximizing isolation and RF performance.
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PXI 4-Slot High Density 2A BRIC Matrix, 29x8 2-Pole (1 Sub-card)
40-573-002-29X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-573-002-29x8 BRIC is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A at 240 VDC/250 VAC. They are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit most high performance matrix requirements, constructed using quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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75 Ohm MCX to MCX Cable Assembly
40-977-761-1m
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 Single 44 x 4 Matrix 1 Pole Screened
40-523-021-S
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-523 module is configured as a 44x4 high density matrix with available reedrelay formats of 1-pole, 2-pole and 1-pole screened. The screened version is suitablefor switching signals up to 50MHz. Model 40-524 is a similar matrix, available insingle pole 46x4 format. Typical applications include signal routing in FunctionalATE and data acquisition systems. These PXI matrix cards are constructed using highreliability Ruthenium Electro-Plated Reed Relays, offering >10e8 operations togive maximum switching confidence with long life and stable contact resistance.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 330x8 2-Pole (15 sub-cards)
40-562B-322-330X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-322-330X8 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 330x8 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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PCI High Density Matrix, Single 22x4 1-Pole
50-510A-021
Matrix Switch Module
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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LXI Low Thermal EMF Matrix 1-pole 28x33
60-510-003
Matrix Switch Module
The 60-510 is a high density 1-pole matrix module controlled via LXI. It has excellent thermal stability and substantially reduced thermal EMF figures when compared to a conventional switching matrix. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE, selecting thermocouple inputs, switching amplifier gain circuits and high accuracy DC micro-volt measurements. Ruthenium reed switches are used because of their good low level switching capability. They also have a very long life with excellent contact resistance stability, minimal wetting current and low thermal offset.
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LXI 16x8, 10A, 1-pole Matrix
60-600-006
Matrix Switch Module
A high power single pole matrix module capable of switching up to 400VDC/250VAC, 10A (300W/2500VA max power)
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PXI High Density Matrix Module, 32x8, 1-Pole, 2A, 60W
40-586B-001
Matrix Switch Module
Our model 40-586B, along with the following models 40-584, 40-585A, 40-587A are high-density single pole PXI matrices each supporting 256 crosspoints. All models use gold-plated contact electromechanical relays.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 30x32 1-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-30X32
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 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 660x4 1-Pole (15 Sub-cards)
40-562B-321-660X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-321-660X4 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 660x4 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 8 Slot BRIC 275x4 2A 2-Pole Matrix
40-566A-105
Matrix Switch Module
These modules are 2 Amp high-density large PXI matrix modules with the ability to switch up to 2 Amps at 150VDC/100VAC. They are available in 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes and are constructed using quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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LXI 64x4, 10A, 1-pole Matrix
60-600-003
Matrix Switch Module
A high power single pole matrix module capable of switching up to 400VDC/250VAC, 10A (300W/2500VA max power)
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PXI 4-Slot BRIC Matrix, 20x32 1-Pole (4 Sub-cards)
40-562B-021-20X32
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-021-20X32 is a high density BRIC4 matrix module with a size of 20x32 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 SPST Switch: 50-ch, 100Vrms/1A, Reed Relays
M9132A
SPST Switch
The M9132A is a high-density, general purpose switch with50 independent, single-pole, single-throw (Form A) 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 100Vrms and 1A, with up to 25W power. Choose from the durable connector block or standard cable connections.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Dual, 18 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe
42-782B-522
Switch Module
The 40-782B-522 (PXI) and 42-782B-522 (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 18 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA coaxial connectors.
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4-Slot BRIC, 512x4, 1 Pole, PXI Matrix (4 Sub-cards)
40-559-401-512x4
Matrix Switch Module
This range of BRIC ultra-high-density large PXI matrices are available in 2, 4 or 8-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 4 Slot BRIC 88x8 2-Pole (4 sub-cards)
40-562A-022-88X8
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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LXI 50Ω Microwave Transfer Switch
60-808-215-004
Microwave Transfer Switch
These LXI (Ethernet-controlled) Microwave Transfer Switches are suitable for routing 50 Ω signals up to 50 GHz. With up to 16 switch banks, they are ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by front panel mounted SMA. SMA 2.9 or SMA 2.4 connectors.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 256x12, 8 Sub-cards
40-597A-108
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-597A-108 is a PXI 1-pole 256x12 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 200 VDC/210 VAC. The 40-597A BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit most high performance PXI matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 116x8 2A 2-Pole (4 Sub-cards)
40-565B-102-116X8
Matrix Switch Module
These modules are 2 Amp high-density large PXI matrix modules with the ability to switch up to 2 Amps at 150VDC/100VAC. These 2A switch matrix modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes for most high-performance PXI matrix requirements. Constructed using quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 704x4 2-Pole (16 sub-cards)
40-562B-322-704X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-322-704X4 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 704x4 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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LXI Optical Switching - 16x16 Matrix Plugin Module
65-280-314
Matrix Switch Module
The 65-280-314 16x16 matrix is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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PXI Dual 16 Channel Switch Simulator
40-485-321
Switch Module
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.
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PXI BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 248x4 2pin Brkout
40-592A-118
Matrix Switch Module
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. Typical applications are in automotive and aerospace industries which involve safety or mission critical systems that have to behave predictably when cabling or sensor faults occur.
