Description
The PXI-8336 is a high-performance PXI Remote Controller designed to facilitate robust and efficient control over PXI systems. Featuring a part number of 189051A-02, which is also recognized under the NI Part Number 778957-01, this controller is a critical component in a wide range of automated test and measurement setups.
This controller utilizes an MXI-4 interface type, ensuring high-speed data transfer and reliable connectivity through fiber-optic connectors. It is designed to be compatible with either a PCI-8336 or another PXI-8336 unit, offering flexibility in system configuration and expansion.
One of the standout features of the PXI-8336 is its impressive data transfer rate of up to 1.5 GB/s, enabling swift communication and data handling within the system. Moreover, it requires only one slot in a chassis, making it an efficient choice for space-constrained setups.
The controller is fully compatible with the CompactPCI/PXI backplane, facilitating integration with both PCI-based computers and CompactPCI/PXI-based systems. Its configuration capability allows it to be installed in either the controller slot or a non-controller slot of a compatible PXI/CompactPCI chassis, providing users with versatility in system assembly.
Supporting the NI-VISA driver, the PXI-8336 is also compatible with the LabVIEW Real-Time module, offering an extensive range of software options for system control and data analysis. Its physical dimensions are 3.9 x 6.3 inches, and it weighs just 0.55 lbs, highlighting its compact and lightweight design.
Despite its obsolete status announced by National Instruments, the PXI-8336 remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring continued support for existing systems and applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 189051A-02 (NI Part Number: 778957-01) |
| Category | PXI Remote Controllers |
| Model | PXI-8336 |
| Interface Type | MXI-4 |
| Connectors | Fiber-optic |
| Compatible With | PCI-8336 or another PXI-8336 |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 1.5 GB/s |
| Slot Requirement | 1 slot |
| System Compatibility | CompactPCI/PXI backplane through a PCI based computer or another CompactPCI/PXI based system |
| Configuration Capability | Controller slot or non-controller slot of a compatible PXI/CompactPCI chassis |
| Software | NI-VISA driver, compatible with LabVIEW Real-Time module |
| Physical Dimensions | 3.9 x 6.3 in. |
| Weight | 0.55 lbs. |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments; available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What interface type does the PXI-8336 use?
Answer 1: It uses an MXI-4 interface.
Question 2: What is the data transfer rate of the PXI-8336?
Answer 2: Up to 1.5 GB/s.
Question 3: Can the PXI-8336 be used with PCI-based computers?
Answer 3: Yes, it’s compatible with CompactPCI/PXI backplane.
Question 4: What software supports the PXI-8336 controller?
Answer 4: Supports NI-VISA driver and LabVIEW Real-Time module.
Question 5: Is the PXI-8336 still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves despite its obsolete status.
