Optical Switch
Route signal transmitted through optical fiber among optical circuits.
See Also: Switches, Membrane Switch, Coaxial Switches, Crossbar, High Voltage Switching, Fiber Optic Switching, Microwave Switching
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High Density SPDT Plug-In Switch Card
1260-116
Switch Card
The Astronics 1260-116 is a 24-channel, Form C, single-pole double-throw (SPDT) switch card for use in either the 1260-100 VXI Carrier or the 1256 GPIB/RS-232 Switching Mainframe.
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PXI/PXIe RF Matrix, Single 2x2, 2.5GHz, 50Ω, SMB
40-877A-001
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-877A-001 (PXI) and 42-877A-001 (PXIe) are 50Ω 2x2 RF matrices with 1 bank in a single PXI slot. Loop-thru connections are provided on both the X and Y axis allowing the attachment of terminations for unused signals or for expansion to other matrices. Larger matrices are easily built with varied X and Y dimensions, such as 8x2 and 4x4 using multiple 40/42-877A modules. The module has low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 99x16 1-Pole (9 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-99X16
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, 330x8 1-Pole (15 sub-cards)
40-562B-321-330X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-321-330X8 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 330x8 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/PXIe RF Matrix, 16x4, 300 MHz, 50 Ω, SMB
40-724-012
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-724-012 (PXI) and 42-724-012 (PXIe) are 16x4 RF matrix modules suitable for switching frequencies up to 300 MHz. Having a 50 Ω characteristic impedance and front panel SMB connectors, these modules provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix for RF and are intended for the easy construction of high performance switching systems.
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PXI 16x4 RF Matrix 300MHz 50 Multiway Connector With Loop-Thru
40-727-002-L
Matrix Switch Module
40-727/728/729 are RF Matrix Modules suitable for switching frequencies to 300MHz (50Ω version). The modules are available in either 50Ω or 75Ω versions with a choice of coaxial connectors. The 40-727/728/729 are designed designed to provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix to RF frequencies. They are intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems.
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Single 8x2 1-Pole 16 Amp PXI Power Matrix With Loop-Thru
40-552-012
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-552 range of 16 Amp PXI power matrix modules is available in four configurations with matrix sizes of 8x2 and 4x4 and the ability to expand the matrix size with the Y-Axis loop-thru connections: e.g. 8x4, 12x4, 16x4, etc. (with 4x4 matrices) or 16x2, 24x2, 32x2, etc. (with 8x2 matrices). This range is capable of switching up to 16 Amps and up to 300VDC/250VAC hot switching and 400VDC/250VAC cold switching. These PXI power matrix modules are intended for switching heavy AC or DC loads or for the slave switching of large external relays, contactors, and solenoids.
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PXI Fault Insertion / Signal Insertion Switch Modules
Switch Module
Pickering's PXI Fault Insertion / Signal Insertion Switch Modules feature a breakout arrangement that allows faults to be attached to the sensor lines, this includes the breaking of a connection or the adding of defect all of which can simulate connectivity problems in the system. Two switching topologies are available: *Single signal paths with series switches and switches to connect to one or more fault buses*Pairs of signals with series switches, shorting switches between the signal pairs and switches to connect either signal to an external fault input.
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PXI 2-Slot BRIC Matrix, 22x16 1-Pole (2 Sub-cards)
40-562B-221-22X16
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-221-22X16 is a high density BRIC2 matrix module with a size of 22x16 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 Ultra High Density 64x2 1-Pole Matrix
40-533B-031
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-533B ultra high density matrix module is configured as 64x4 or 64x2 and is available in a choice of 1-pole and 2-pole reed relay formats. 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 >109operations to give maximum switching confidence with long life and stable contact resistance.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 184x8, 1-Pole (4 sub-cards) Dual Bus
40-560B-121-184X8-M
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-560B-121-184x8-M is an ultra high density matrix module with dual analog buses and is part of our range PXI BRIC matrices. They are available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot sizes to suit high performance PXI switching requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 99x16 1-Pole (9 Sub-cards)
40-562B-121-99X16
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-121-99X16 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 99x16 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/PXIe 32x8 High Density Matrix Module, 2-Pole, 2A
40-588-222
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-588-222 is a high density 32x8 2-pole PXI matrix module capable of switching up to 2 A at 220 VDC/250 VAC. The module is in 2-slot format and is constructed using quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence. A smaller 16x8 2-pole version is also available. The matrix has been optimized for applications that require high signal bandwidth. With careful matrix design and the use of isolation switching, the 40-588 has a bandwidth in the range of 35 MHz to 70 MHz depending upon path selected.
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RF Switching PXI Card
GX6062
Switch Module
The GX6062 is a high-density 6U PXI RF switching card that provides 200MHz bandwidth and multiple switching configurations. The GX6062 has 12 groups of 1 x 4 differential, non-terminated RF multiplexers. The 12 groups can be used to create multiple configurations including: 6 x 1:9, 3 x 1:19, 2 x 1:29, 1 x 1:59, and more. The GX6062 switching card plugs directly into any 6U PXI chassis.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 242x8 2-pole (11 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-242X8
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 8 Slot BRIC 60x8 2-Pole (2 sub-cards)
40-561A-122-60X8
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 4x3 10GHz Matrix with Termination
40-787-518-4X3-T
Matrix Switch Module
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 scaleable non-blocking or blocking microwave matrix for frequencies to at least 20GHz.
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC Matrix, Solid State, 160x8, 1-Pole (5 sub-cards)
40-563B-021-160X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-563B-021-160x8 is an ultra high density 4-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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PXI BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 93x4 2pin brkout
40-592A-113
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.
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PXI Single 2 Channel (M Mode) SC 50 Cons
40-855-212-M50
Switch Module
Fiber Optic MEMS Switching cards available in many high density formats with a choice of five different connector styles to suit most applications
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 30x32 1-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-562A-021-30X32
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-2541, 300 MHz, 8x12 PXI RF Matrix Switch Module
778572-41
Matrix Switch Module
300 MHz, 8x12 PXI RF Matrix Switch Module—The PXI‑2541 is an RF signal switching matrix. With its non-blocking design, you can simultaneously connect any row or column within the switching matrix and maximize the flexibility of your test system. Isolation relays on the module disconnect unused parts of the switching matrix to maintain RF performance and high isolation. The density and bandwidth of the PXI‑2541 is ideal for routing signals between digitizers, function generators, and other RF generators and analyzers. For higher channel count applications, you can connect multiple PXI‑2541 modules together to create switching matrices of 8x24, 8x36, and larger.
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PXI High-Density Matrix Switch: 4x64, 2-Wire, 100Vrms/0.5A, Reed Relays
M9121A
Matrix Switch Module
The M9121A is a 4x64 full crosspoint switch matrix offering high-density, high-speed signal switching in a single PXI module. The 2-wire matrix allows multiple channels to be connected in a single instance. Any row can be connected to any column, making it ideal for routing instrument signals to the device under test. This 2-wire switch matrix provides the high-speed, long-life reed relays to support signal switching up 100Vrms with 10W maximum power. The 4-wide bus is ideal to route signals between test instruments and the device under test. Choose from the durable connector block or standard cable connections.
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PXI 64x4 Matrix Module, 1-Pole, 2A, 60W
40-585A-001
Matrix Switch Module
Our model 40-585A, along with the following models 40-584, 40-586A, 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/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Single, 40 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.9, Failsafe, Remote Mount
40-782B-541-E
Switch Module
The 40-782B-541-E (PXI) and 42-782B-541-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 40 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA-2.9 coaxial connectors.
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PXI BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 217x4 2pin brkout
40-592A-117
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.
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PXI 4-Slot BRIC Matrix, 69x16, 1-Pole (3 sub-cards)
40-560B-021-69X16
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-560B-021-69x16 is an ultra high density matrix module and is part of our range PXI BRIC matrices. They are available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot sizes to suit high performance PXI switching requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 748x4 1-Pole
40-562B-321-748X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-321-748X4 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 748x4 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 12x8 RF Matrix 250MHz 75 SMB
40-726A-751
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-726A is a 12x8 RF Matrix Module suitable for switching frequencies up to 300MHz (50Ω version). The 40-726A is available in either 50Ω or 75Ω versions with a choice of coaxial connectors. The module is designed to provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix for RF frequencies. Isolation Switches are located on all coaxial connectors, these disconnect the matrix from the external test fixture. This maximizes isolation and RF performance.
