Description
The PXI-1045 is a robust PXI Chassis designed to provide users with high-performance and versatile solutions for a range of testing and measurement needs. This chassis is part of National Instruments’ extensive lineup, with part numbers including 778645-01, 778644-01, and 778644-02, ensuring a wide availability for various applications.
Featuring an 18-slot configuration, the PXI-1045 offers ample space for integrating different modules, making it a scalable option for both small and large systems. It boasts a system bandwidth of 132 MB/s, facilitating rapid data transfer and processing speeds that can significantly enhance system performance.
One of the standout features of the PXI-1045 is its 10 MHz, low-jitter reference clock, which ensures precise timing and synchronization across modules. Furthermore, it maintains a clock skew of less than 250 ps between slots, which is critical for applications requiring high timing accuracy.
Compatibility with NI PXI chassis software and configurability with NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) make the PXI-1045 a flexible and user-friendly option. Its software compatibility ensures that users can easily integrate the chassis into existing setups or start new projects without compatibility issues.
The chassis also features AUTO/HIGH fan speed settings, providing a cooling capacity of 25 W per slot on low and 24 W on high. This adaptability in cooling allows for reliable operation under varying load conditions, ensuring the longevity and stability of installed modules.
With a replaceable AC power supply, part number 778647-01, maintenance and upgrades are straightforward, further enhancing the chassis’ usability and durability. Its weight of 27.8 lb and dimensions of 6.97 x 17.54 x 17.12 inches make it a compact yet capable solution for a wide range of environments.
Additional features such as two BNC I/O connectors for framework reference clocks and a 10MHz REF IN and OUT BNC connector underscore the PXI-1045’s focus on flexibility and performance. The AUTO/HIGH fan-speed selector is another user-oriented feature
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 778645-01, 778644-01, 778644-02 |
| Category | PXI Chassis |
| Model | PXI-1045 |
| Slot Count | 18-slot |
| System Bandwidth | 132 MB/s |
| Reference Clock | 10 MHz, low-jitter |
| Clock Skew | <250 ps between slots |
| Software Compatibility | NI PXI chassis software, Configurable with NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) |
| Fan Speed Settings | AUTO/HIGH, 25 W cooling capacity per slot on low, 24 W on high |
| AC Power Supply | Replaceable, NI part number 778647-01 |
| Weight | 27.8 lb |
| Dimensions | 6.97 x 17.54 x 17.12 in |
| Additional Features | Two BNC I/O connectors for framework reference clocks, AUTO/HIGH fan-speed selector, 10MHz REF IN and OUT BNC connector |
| Mature Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the system bandwidth of the PXI-1045?
Answer 1: 132 MB/s
Question 2: How many slots does the PXI-1045 chassis have?
Answer 2: 18 slots
Question 3: What is the clock skew between slots in the PXI-1045?
Answer 3: Less than 250 ps
Question 4: What are the fan speed settings available in PXI-1045?
Answer 4: AUTO/HIGH
Question 5: What is the part number for the PXI-1045’s AC power supply?
Answer 5: 778647-01



