Coaxial Switches
Route RF offering excellent signal repeatability and isolation.
See Also: Switches, Membrane Switch, Crossbar, High Voltage Switching, Fiber Optic Switching, Microwave Switching, Optical Switch
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 308x4 1-Pole (7 sub-cards)
40-562B-121-308X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-121-308X4 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 308x4 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-2529, 128-Crosspoint, 2-Wire PXI Matrix Switch Module
778739-01
Matrix Switch Module
The PXI‑2529 is a high‐density PXI matrix switch module that you can configure as either a 4x32 or 8x16 2‑wire matrix by using different terminal block accessories. It uses electromechanical relays that offer excellent performance for high-power signals and low thermal offset for accurate measurements at low-voltage levels. The PXI‑2529 also features onboard relay counting for relay monitoring and deterministic operation with hardware triggers to improve test throughput.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Single, 18 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe, Remote Mount
42-782B-521-E
Switch Module
The 40-782B-521-E (PXI) and 42-782B-521-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 18 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA coaxial connectors.
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PXI Matrix Switch Module
Switch Module
PXI Matrix Switch Modules are organized into rows and columns and provide maximum flexibility for switching systems by allowing you to connect any channel to any other channel. PXI Matrix Switch Modules use a variety of relay types, including electromechanical armature relays, reed relays, field-effect transistor (FET) relays, and solid-state relays, each with their own benefits, allowing you to choose a matrix that fits your requirements. To program the switches, you can use the IVI-compliant NI-SWITCH driver software, complete with help documentation, example programs, and a soft front panel application for interactive control of switches. For intelligent management of complex switch systems, NI Switch Executive provides additional software tools to help you design, build, and deploy your switching system.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 2A 1-Pole 290x6, 5 Sub-cards
40-596A-105
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-596A-105 is a PXI 1-pole 290x6 matrix in BRIC8 format and is part of a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 A or 300VDC/250VAC. The 40-596A 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/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Dual, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe, Remote Mount
42-782B-532-E
Switch Module
The 40-782B-532-E (PXI) and 42-782B-532-E (PXIe) dual 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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PXI BRIC8 2Resource Distributor, 5Bus Matrix
40-569-125
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-569 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high-density bus matrix inputs and resource distributor bussed configurations capable of switching up to 2A and up to 100VDC/70VAC. These large PXI matrix modules are available in 4 or 8 slot sizes and are constructed using high-quality electromechanical relays.
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PXI Dual 44x4 Matrix, 1-Pole Switching
40-536-021
Matrix Switch Module
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 Single 44x8 Matrix, 1-Pole
40-537-021
Matrix Switch Module
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 16x2 RF Matrix 300MHz 50 SMB With Loop-Thru
40-728-001-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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Dual 2 Channel Fibre Optic Mux Multi Mod
40-815-122-M
Fiber Optic Switch
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.
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LXI 1GHz 75ohm 24x16 Matrix
60-730-002
Matrix Switch Module
The 60-730 is a family of integrated RF matrices suitable for use up to 1.5GHz. The construction of the 60-730 provides a cost effective alternative for RF switching based on microwave switching elements while maintaining a high level of matrix performance. The design is fully scalable, allowing a variety of matrix sizes to be offered in a single family.
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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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2-Slot BRIC, 84x12, 1 Pole, PXI Matrix (2 Sub-cards)
40-559-201-84x12
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 BRIC8 2Resource Distributor, 2Bus Matrix
40-569-122
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-569 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high-density bus matrix inputs and resource distributor bussed configurations capable of switching up to 2A and up to 100VDC/70VAC. These large PXI matrix modules are available in 4 or 8 slot sizes and are constructed using high-quality electromechanical relays.
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PXI Expandable 16x16 RF Matrix 75Ohm 1.0/2.3
45-720A-741
Matrix Switch Module
The 45-720A module is a 6U 16x16 RF Matrix suitable for switching frequencies to beyond 250MHz. The 45- 720A module is available in 50 and 75 Ohm versions with a choice of coaxial connectors. It is intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems. Automatic Isolation Switches are located on all coaxial connectors, these disconnect the matrix from the external test fixture. This maximises isolation and RF performance.
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PXI/PXIe RF Matrix, Single 2x2, 2.5GHz, 50Ω, SMB
42-877A-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 192x8 Matrix, 2A 2-Pole (8 sub cards)
40-565A-102-192X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-565A PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps at 150VDC/100VAC The 40-565A BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8 slot PXI sizes to suit most high performance PXI Matrix requirements, constructed using quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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Microwave Transfer Switch Plug-In
1260-162AH/BH
Microwave Transfer Switch
The Astronics 1260-162AH/BH is a 2-slot microwave switch plug-in. It can be used in either the Astronics 1256 switching mainframe or the Astronics 1260-100 Adapt-a-Switch™ VXI carrier.
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IoT Ethernet I/O Modules
ADAM-6000/6200
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Supporting Modbus & IoT protocols, Ethernet remote data acquisition modules offer analog, RTD, thermocouple, digital, relay and counter I/O.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 88x8 2A 1-Pole Matrix
40-567-102
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-567 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps or 100VDC/70VAC. The 40-567 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, 176x4 2-Pole (4 sub-cards)
40-562B-122-176X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-122-176X4 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 176x4 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 4 Slot BRIC 60x16 1-Pole (4 sub-cards)
40-561A-021-60X16
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 Microwave Matrix, 10GHz, Single 4x4
60-750-144
Matrix Switch Module
The 60-750-144 is a single 4x4 10GHz microwave matrix. It is part of the 60-750/751 range of LXI Microwave Switches controlled through an LXI compliant Ethernet connection. It is available in a variety of configurations and frequencies up to 20GHz (60-751). The matrix is characterized for 50 ohm applications, for 75 ohm versions please consult your local sales representative.
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LXI Low Thermal EMF Matrix 1-pole 42x33
60-510-002
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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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 138x16 1-Pole (6 sub-cards)
40-560A-021-138X16
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/PXIe RF Matrix, 16x2, 300 MHz, 50 Ω SMB
40-728A-001
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-728A-001 (PXI) and 42-728A-001 (PXIe) are 16x2 50 Ω RF matrices with SMB connectors. The 4x-727A/728A/729A range are high density RF matrix modules suitable for switching up to 300 MHz in 50 Ω or 100 MHz in 75 Ω. They are available in 50 Ω or 75 Ω versions with SMB connectors or in 50 Ω versions with a multiway connector. They provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix for RF signals and are intended for the construction of high performance switching systems.
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PXI 2 Slot BRIC 116x6 2A 1-Pole Matrix
40-596-202
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-596 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps or 150VDC/100VAC. The 40-596 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 132x8 2-pole (6 sub-cards)
40-562A-122-132X8
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 4 Slot BRIC 55x16 2-pole (5 sub-cards)
40-562A-022-55X16
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.



























