RF / Microwave Switches
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PXI 64x4 Matrix Module, 2-Pole, 2A, 60W
40-583-001
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The 40-583 is a 256 crosspoint PXI matrix with dual pole switching. The module consists of a 64x4 matrix of 2-pole electro-mechanical relays with 2A current handling. The module is designed for switching medium voltage and power signals, typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems. The user signal connection is via a robust 160 pin DIN 41612 connector that is fully supported by the wide range of Pickering Interfaces cable and connector accessories.
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LXI High Density 40x40 Matrix
60-590-002
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Both the X bus and Y bus include loop-thru connections allowing easy expansion to produce larger matrix sizes. In addition to the loop-thru connections, the Y bus includes two sets of switched signal connections for the attachment of measurement equipment.
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PXI Single 32x8 Matrix, 1 Pole Switching
40-531-021
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Model 40-531 very high density matrix modules are configured as a 32x8, while the 40-532 modules are configured as a Dual 16x8. Both modules are available in a choice of reed relay formats: 1-pole, 2-pole and 1-Pole screened. The screened version is suitable for switching coaxial signals up to 50MHz. 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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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 230x8 1-Pole Dual Analog Bus (5 sub-cards)
40-560A-021-230X8-M
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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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General Purpose Switches
SMX-5XXX (General Purpose)
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The VTI SMX-5xxx Series of general purpose switches deliver exceptional performance and reliability by implementing extensive signal path shielding, isolation and built-in health monitoring. Embedded virtual schematic control simplifies setup and debugging, allowing all relays to be engaged independent of application software and device drivers.Ideally suited for a wide range of discrete signal switching, the SMX-5xxx Series provides uncompromised measurement integrity ideal for the most demanding aerospace, defense and automotive automated test equipment (ATE) applications.
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PXI Single 2 x 2 Fibre Optic (M Mode) SC M50
40-860-212-M50
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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 Single Transfer Switch 40GHz 50Ω SMA-2.9
40-782-541
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The 40-780 Microwave switching module consists of one, two, three or four changeover switches capable of switching frequencies to 18GHz (optionally to 67GHz) in 50Ω or 2.5GHz in 75Ω. The 40-782 module consists of one or two microwave transfer switches. It has a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and is available in versions with maximum operating frequencies of 18GHz, 26.5GHz or 40GHz.
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PXI Dual 2 Channel Fibre Optic SC/PC
40-855-222
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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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PCI High Density Matrix, Single 22x4 2-Pole
50-510A-022
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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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PXIe Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe
42-780B-531
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The 40-780B-531 (PXI) and 42-780B-531 (PXIe) are single failsafe SPDT 26.5 GHz unterminated microwave relay modules. The 40/42-780B range is available with one, two, three or four SPDT switches capable of switching frequencies up to 67 GHz in 50 Ω or 2.5 GHz in 75 Ω. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50 Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75 Ω versions. Remote versions are also available which can support up to three SPDT relays in a single slot.
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LXI High-density 896x4, 2A Matrix
60-553-007
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These high-density single pole LXI matrix modules are capable of switching up to 150VDC/100VAC, 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 320x4 2-Pole 2A Matrix With BIRST
60-556-025
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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 Dual 12x4 Matrix, 2 Pole Switching
40-511-022
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The 40-510 series of matrix modules feature a wide range of selectable switchingconfigurations (12x4,dual 12x4,12x8 and 24x4). Typical applications include signalrouting in ATE and data acquisition systems.Available reed relay formats are 1-pole, 2-pole and 1-Pole screened. The screenedversion is suitable for switching signals up to 50MHz. Larger matrices may be constructedby Daisy Chaining the common signals from multiple PXI modules.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 506x8, 1-Pole (11 sub-cards) Dual Bus
40-560B-121-506X8-M
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The 40-560B-121-506x8-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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SIMRC - 8 x 4 Matrix 2-Pole
1030-R-8-4-2-5/1D
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Our small format embedded switching (SIM relay) cards offer a choice of switching configurations using low cost industry standard SIM connectors. They free the designer from the detail of routing complex switching circuits, you may select from a wide range of cards using the built in RS-232 and I2C interfaces. These low-cost embedded switching cards are intended to be mounted on to a simple motherboard. They may be used to construct very high density switching networks. SIM based switching cards also allow for very simple in-field maintenance.
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PXI High Density Matrix Module, 32x8, 1-Pole, 2A, 60W
40-586B-001
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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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75 Ohm Mini SMB to SMZ/Type 43 Adaptor Assembly
40-978-711-0.1m
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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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LXI High Density 320x8 Matrix with BIRST
60-550-025
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High-density single pole matrix module 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 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 45x32 1-Pole (9 sub-cards)
40-562B-321-45X32
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The 40-562B-321-45X32 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 45x32 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 Microwave Multiplexer, Single SP8T, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe
40-788-041
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The 40-788-041 (PXI) and 42-788-041 (PXIe) are single failsafe SP8T 26.5 GHz unterminated microwave multiplexers. The 40/42-788 range of multiplexers are available as single or dual, SP8T, SP10T or SP12T panel mounted multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel. Remote versions are also available which can support one or two multiplexers in a dual slot module.
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PXI 12-Slot BRIC Matrix, 50x32 1-Pole (10 sub-cards)
40-562B-321-50X32
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The 40-562B-321-50X32 is a high density BRIC12 matrix module with a size of 50x32 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 484x4 1-Pole (11 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-484X4
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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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Automated Optical Switch - MATRIQ
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Add optical switching capability to your test system with Quantifi Photonics’ automated optical switches. The fast and reliable optical switch will enable automated sequential testing, saving time and streamlining your test procedures.
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LXI Single 75x4 2-Pole HV Matrix
60-311-001
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The 60-311 is a 2-pole Matrix Module available with one, two or three separate 75x4 matrices housed in the same case. It is capable of cold switching 750VDC continuous with a carry current of 2A plus higher pulse conditions e.g. typically 1000VDC for 1s with low duty cycle or 6A for 200us with <1% Duty Cycle.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 132x8, 3 Sub-cards
40-567A-103
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The 40-567A-103 is a PXI 1-pole 132x8 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 Matrix, 448x8, 1 pole (7 Sub-cards)
40-558-801-448x8
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The 40-558-801-448x8 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 2 Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 32x12, 1 Sub-card
40-597A-201
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The 40-597A-201 is a PXI 1-pole 32x12 matrix in BRIC2 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 Solid State Very High Density Matrix
40-500-001
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A very high density matrix using solid state switching configured as a 64x4 1-pole matrix in a single slot 3U PXI module. It is ideal for applications requiring fast operation and a long service life with frequent switch operations at high currents and voltages. Since the design is based on solid state relays the matrix has no wear out mechanism.
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SWB-2814, 8x9, 1 A, 2-Wire Reed Matrix Module for SwitchBlock
781420-14
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8x9, 1 A, 2-Wire Reed Matrix Module for SwitchBlock - The SWB‑2814 is a reed relay matrix module for SwitchBlock systems. Designed for high power, it can operate as an individual relay card or expand in a single carrier or single PXI chassis. You can connect any input to any output, individually or in combination. You can use matrix switches to route signals from oscilloscopes, DMMs, arbitrary waveform generators, and power supplies to various test points on a unit under test (UUT). The primary benefit of matrix switches is simplified wiring—the overall test system can easily and dynamically change the internal connection path without any external manual intervention.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 176x8 1-Pole (8 sub-cards)
40-562B-121-176X8
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The 40-562B-121-176X8 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 176x8 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.





























