Description
The PXIe-2542 RF Relay Module, with part number 780587-42, is a high-performance component categorized under PXI Switches. Manufactured by National Instruments, this module is designed to cater to demanding RF applications. Its core functionality is based on the RF Relay Module type, specifically tailored for systems requiring high-frequency signal routing.
Key to its design is the Quad 2×1 Terminator Multiplexer configuration, enabling efficient signal management and routing capabilities. This module boasts an impressive input frequency range of up to 10 Megahertz, coupled with the ability to handle RF signals up to 6.6 GHz. Such versatility ensures it meets the requirements of various high-frequency applications.
The PXIe-2542 is engineered with a 50 Ohms characteristic impedance, ensuring compatibility with standard RF systems. It employs AC coupling to facilitate the seamless integration of signals, while its FET switch type highlights the module’s commitment to reliability and performance.
When it comes to safety and durability, the module can handle a maximum safe DC voltage of ±8 Volts and is rated for an unlimited mechanical lifetime, underlining its robustness for long-term use. It supports a continuous RF power of +30 dBm with the chassis on and +20 dBm with the chassis off, providing flexibility in power management.
Other notable specifications include a channel to channel skew of less than 3 picoseconds and a propagation delay of 680 picoseconds, ensuring precise and consistent signal timing critical for RF applications. These features, combined with its compact dimensions, make the PXIe-2542 an ideal solution for a variety of RF switching needs.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 780587-42 |
| Category | PXI Switches |
| Model | PXIe-2542 |
| Type | RF Relay Module |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Input Frequency | Up to 10 Megahertz |
| Configuration | Quad 2×1 Terminator Multiplexer |
| Characteristic Impedance | 50 Ohms |
| Coupling | AC |
| Maximum Safe DC Voltage | ±8 Volts |
| Continuous RF Power (Chassis On/Off) | +30 dBm / +20 dBm |
| Channel to Channel Skew | <3 Picoseconds |
| Propagation Delay | 680 Picoseconds |
| Maximum RF Signal Frequency | Up to 6.6 GHz |
| Mechanical Lifetime | Unlimited |
| Switch Type | FET |
| Dimensions (L x W x H
Question 1: What is the max input frequency of the PXIe-2542? Question 2: What is the max RF signal the PXIe-2542 can handle? Question 3: What impedance does the PXIe-2542 support? Question 4: What is the max safe DC voltage for the PXIe-2542? Question 5: What is the channel to channel skew of PXIe-2542? |
