Description
The PXI Arbitrary Waveform Generators product line introduces the PXI-5421, a versatile and high-performance waveform generator designed to meet a wide range of testing and simulation needs. This model comes with various part numbers, including 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, and 778697-04, catering to the specific requirements of diverse applications.
It offers several memory options to choose from, including 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB, allowing users to select the appropriate memory capacity based on their project’s complexity and demands. The PXI-5421 boasts a maximum sample rate of 100 MS/s and a resolution of 16-bit, ensuring high-fidelity waveform generation with precise control over signal characteristics.
The device achieves a maximum bandwidth of 43 MHz and is equipped with 1 output channel. It is designed to handle a maximum output overload of 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path), providing robust performance for a variety of testing scenarios. Additionally, the output enable feature is software-selectable, offering flexibility and convenience in signal generation.
Users can choose between an internal or external clock source (PLL or onboard VCXO) based on their synchronization requirements, ensuring accurate timing and integration with other test and measurement equipment. The PXI-5421 is lightweight, weighing only 12.1 oz., and has compact dimensions of 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in, making it an ideal choice for space-constrained environments.
This model is compatible with several software platforms, including NI-FGEN, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, facilitating easy integration and programming within a wide range of development environments. The PXI-5421 also comes with a mature status notification, indicating that it is available for purchase and repairs, ensuring long-term support and reliability for users.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Line | PXI Arbitrary Waveform Generators |
| Model | PXI-5421 |
| Part Numbers | 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, 778697-04 |
| Memory Options | 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 100 MS/s |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Maximum Bandwidth | 43 MHz |
| Output Channels | 1 |
| Maximum Output Overload | 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path) |
| Output Enable Feature | Software-selectable |
| Clock Source | Internal/External (PLL or onboard VCXO) |
| Weight | 12.1 oz. |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in |
| Software Compatibility | NI-FGEN, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Mature Status Notification | Available for purchase and repairs by
Question 1: What is the max sample rate of the PXI-5421? Question 2: How many output channels does the PXI-5421 have? Question 3: What is the maximum output overload of the PXI-5421? Question 4: What software platforms is the PXI-5421 compatible with? Question 5: What are the memory options available for the PXI-5421? |



