Description
The National Instruments PXI-2599 is a PXI RF Relay Module designed for high-frequency signal routing. The part number for this product is 193274E-01L (778572-99), categorizing it under PXI Switches. This particular model, the PXI-2599, is a Dual SPDT, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω PXI RF Relay Module, making it suitable for a wide range of RF applications.
One of the key specifications of this module is its maximum carry current per channel, which stands at 1.73 Arms. Moreover, it is capable of handling a maximum RF carry power of 150 W with a 50 Ω load. The minimum switch load it can operate with is -35 dBm, ensuring flexibility in low-power applications.
The PXI-2599 utilizes latching electromechanical relays for its switching mechanism, providing durability and reliability in operation. Its insertion loss is impressively low, at <0.7 dB, and it maintains a Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) of <1.7, indicating efficient signal transmission with minimal reflection.
When it comes to isolation, the module achieves an open channel isolation of >55 dB, ensuring minimal crosstalk between channels. It also boasts an RF carry power capability of 25 W for frequencies up to 26.5 GHz. Classified under Measurement Category I, it is designed to handle signal voltages of ≤ 100 V, making it a versatile choice for a variety of RF applications.
| Specification | Detail |
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| Part Number | 193274E-01L (778572-99) |
| Category | PXI Switches |
| Model | PXI-2599 |
| Description | National Instruments PXI-2599 PXI RF Relay Module |
| Type | Dual SPDT, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω PXI RF Relay Module |
| Max Carry Current (Per Channel) | 1.73 Arms |
| Max RF Carry Power | 150 W (at 50 Ω load) |
| Minimum Switch Load | -35 dBm |
| Relay Type | Latching electromechanical relays |
| Insertion Loss | <0.7 dB |
| Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) | <1.7 |
| Open Channel Isolation | >55 dB |
| RF Carry Power | 25 W (≤26.5 GHz) |
| Measurement Category | I |
| Signal Voltage | ≤ 100 V |
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Question 1: What is the max frequency for the PXI-2599? Question 2: What is the insertion loss of the PXI-2599? Question 4: What is the max RF carry power for the PXI-2599? Question 5: What is the VSWR rating of the PXI-2599? |


