Description
The National Instruments PXI-2546 PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module, with part numbers 166193B-01L, 778572-46, falls under the category of PXI Switches. This model is designed to serve various applications such as Hardware in Loop (HIL), Hardware Fault Insertion, and Signal Insertion. It is particularly suitable for use cases involving the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, and machinery.
This module boasts several key features that enhance its functionality and reliability in demanding environments. These include hardware activating, onboard relay count tracking, and a wide variety of reconfigurable models to suit different requirements. With a bandwidth of 2.7 GHz, it ensures minimal signal degradation. The insertion loss at 2.7 GHz is less than 1.35 dB, typically under 1.05 dB, and the Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) at 2.7 GHz is less than 1.7, with a typical value of less than 1.5.
Additionally, the module’s onboard features include relay counting, which aids in monitoring and managing the lifecycle of the module. It also supports NI Switch Executive software, enhancing its integration and ease of use within test systems. This module is an ideal choice for engineers and technicians looking for a reliable, high-performance switching solution in their test and measurement setups.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 166193B-01L, 778572-46 |
| Category | PXI Switches |
| Model | PXI-2546 |
| Description | National Instruments PXI-2546 PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module |
| Application | Hardware in Loop (HIL), Hardware Fault Insertion, Signal Insertion |
| Use Case Examples | ECU for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, and machinery |
| Key Features | Hardware activating, Onboard relay count tracking, Wide variety of reconfigurable models |
| Bandwidth | 2.7 GHz |
| Insertion Loss at 2.7 GHz | <1.35 dB (typical <1.05 dB) |
| VSWR at 2.7 GHz | <1.7 (typical <1.5) |
| Onboard Features | Relay counting |
| Software Support | NI Switch Executive |
Question 1: What is the bandwidth of the PXI-2546?
Answer 1: 2.7 GHz
Question 2: What is the insertion loss at 2.7 GHz for PXI-2546?
Answer 2: Less than 1.35 dB
Question 3: What applications is the PXI-2546 designed for?
Answer 3: HIL, Hardware Fault Insertion, Signal Insertion
Question 4: What is the VSWR at 2.7 GHz for the PXI-2546?
Answer 4: Less than 1.7, typically under 1.5
Question 5: Does the PXI-2546 support NI Switch Executive software?
Answer 5: Yes
