Microwave Switching
The routing of a microwave signal.
See Also: Switches, Membrane Switch, Coaxial Switches, Crossbar, High Voltage Switching, Fiber Optic Switching, Optical Switch
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PXI 6U PXI High Density Matrix, 132x8 1-Pole
45-541-001
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This 6U PXI Reed Relay Matrix Module is an ultra high-density reed relay matrix available in 132x8 format with 1- pole switching. Typical applications include signal routing in Functional ATE and data acquisition systems. The matrix is constructed using high reliability Sputtered Ruthenium Reed Relays, offering >10e9 operations to give maximum switching confidence with long life and stable contact resistance.
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LXI High Density 512x8 2-Pole 2A Matrix With BIRST
60-555-028
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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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PXI BRIC8 FIBO Matrix Dual 248x4 2pin Brkout
40-592A-118
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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.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 87x8 2A 2-Pole (3 Sub-cards)
40-565B-102-87X8
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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 4-Slot BRIC Matrix, 92x8, 1-Pole (2 sub-cards) Dual Bus
40-560B-021-92X8-M
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The 40-560B-021-92x8-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 88x4 1-Pole (2 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-88X4
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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 Module, 1 Resource Distributor, 6 Bus Matrix Inputs
40-569B-116
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The 40-569B is a range of high-density BRIC matrices capable of switching up to 2A and up to 200VDC/180VAC. These large PXI matrix modules are available with multiple configurations in 4 or 8 slot sizes and are constructed using high-quality electromechanical relays. The 40-569-116 is a 8 slot module fitted with 6 Bus Matrix Inputs cards and 1 Resource Distributor card.
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High-Density 16x16 PXI Matrix Module, 1-Pole, 2A 60W
40-587A-001
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Our model 40-587A, along with the following models40-584, 40-585, 40-586Aare high-density single pole PXI matrices each supporting 256 crosspoints. All models use gold-plated contact electromechanical relays. The PXI matrix modules are designed for switching medium voltage and power signals. The user signal connection is via a robust 78, 50 or 37 pin D-Type or 160 pin DIN 41612 connector that is fully supported by the wide range of our cable and connector accessories.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 220x8, 5 Sub-cards
40-567A-105
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The 40-567A-105 is a PXI 1-pole 220x8 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 100VDC/70VAC. The 40-567A 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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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 33x16 2-pole (3 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-33X16
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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, 1152x8 1-Pole (18 sub-cards)
40-558-121-1152X8
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The 40-558-121-1152x8 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 8 Slot BRIC 264x8 2-pole (12 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-264X8
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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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12-Slot BRIC PXI Matrix, 576x16 1-Pole (18 sub-cards)
40-558-121-576X16
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The 40-558-121-576x16 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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LXI High Density 40x64 2A Matrix with BIRST
60-552-024
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It is constructed from 8x64 sub-assemblies, permitting the matrix to be supplied in a variety of sizes from a single 16 x 64 to 64 X 64 and dual 8x64 to 32x64. Larger configurations can be easily achieved by utilizing the Loop thru connections on either the X or Y bus, for instance, four 64x64 units can be linked to create a 128x128 matrix.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 220x8 1-Pole (10 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-220X8
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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 2 Slot BRIC 33x16 2-pole (3 sub-cards)
40-562A-222-33X16
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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.
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PXI-2598, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, Dual-Transfer PXI Transfer Switch Module
778572-98
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26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, Dual-Transfer PXI Transfer Switch Module—The PXI‑2598 is a general-purpose switch module for routing RF or microwave signals in automated test applications. You can use this module for basic signal routing or inserting and removing components in a signal path. The PXI‑2598 is also well suited for passing high-order harmonics from PXI RF Signal Upconverter modules or routing multiple sources to PXI RF Signal Downconverter modules. You can use its onboard relay count tracking to predict relay lifetime and reduce unexpected system downtime.
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Matrix Switches
SMX-4XXX (Matrix Switches)
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The VTI SMX-4xxx Series of matrix cards deliver exceptional performance and reliability by implementing extensive signal path shielding, isolation and built-in health monitoring. Available models with software configurable switch subsystems increase flexibility and help control costs by allowing a single module to be used for different testing requirements. Embedded virtual schematic control further simplifies setup and debugging, allowing all relays to be engaged independent of application software.
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PXI Single 44x4 Matrix, 1-Pole Switching
40-523-021
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A 44x4 medium density matrix - product range comes with available reedrelay formats of 1-pole, 2-pole and 1-pole screened. The screened version is suitablefor switching signals up to 50MHz. 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/PXIe RF Matrix, Single 2x2, 2.5GHz, 75Ω, SMB
42-837A-001
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The 40-837A-001 (PXI) and 42-837A-001 (PXIe) are 75Ω 2x2 RF matrices with 1 bank in a single 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 40/42-837A modules.
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PXI Dual 44x4 Matrix, 1-Pole Switching
40-536-021
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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/PXIe RF Matrix, Single 2x2, 2.5GHz, 50Ω, SMB
42-877A-001
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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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Single 4x4 1-Pole 16 Amp PXI Power Matrix With Loop-Thru
40-552-011
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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 2-Slot BRIC Matrix, 168x6, 1 Pole (2 Sub-cards)
40-558-201-168x6
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The 40-558-201-168x6 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, 336x12 1-Pole (8 sub-cards)
40-558-121-336X12
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The 40-558-121-336x12 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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Dual 16x2 1-Pole High-Density PXI Matrix Module
40-520-501
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The 40-520 family of high-density PXI matrices is available in 22 different configurations with up to 256 crosspoints. The choice of six bus widths (x16, x12, x8, x6, x4 and x2) enables competitively priced solutions using Pickering Electronics instrumentation quality reed relays. These relays offer very long life with good low-level switching performance and excellent contact resistance stability. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems.
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PXI 8-slot BRIC Matrix, 160x16, 1 pole (5 Sub-cards)
40-558-801-160x16
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The 40-558-801-160x16 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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LXI Dual 24x8 50 Ohm HF Matrix SMB
60-760-002
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The 60-760 is a Dual 24x8 HF Matrix Module suitable for switching frequencies up to 50MHz. It has an impedance of 50 Ohm and uses SMB signal connectors, or with a larger case size, BNC Connectors. It is designed to provide simple and scalable switching for radio frequencies and is intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems. Software configuration allows the 60-760-002 to be set as a dual 24 by 8 matrix, a single 48 by 8 matrix and other configurations.
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PXI 4x3 10GHz Matrix with Loop-Thru & Term
40-787-518-4X3-L-T
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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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Dual 2 Channel Fibre Optic Mux SC/PC
40-815-222
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Pickering PXI Fiber Optic Multiplexers connect a single channel to one of two or four channels. They are available in single or dual multiplexer configurations supporting single-mode or multi-mode fiber. A wide choice of connectors types is available. The 40-810 multiplexer connects the optical channel by redirecting the optical signal into a selected output fiber.
