Description
The PXI-5421 is a powerful component with part numbers 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, and 778697-04, designed to meet a variety of needs in the field of signal generation and analysis. This versatile instrument operates at a speed of 100 MS/s with a high resolution of 16-bit, ensuring precise and accurate signal processing capabilities.
It comes equipped with onboard memory options ranging from 8 MB (778697-01) to a substantial 512 MB (778697-04), allowing users to choose the model that best fits their application requirements. With a maximum bandwidth of 43 MHz and one output channel, the PXI-5421 can handle a wide variety of signal types.
Software compatibility includes LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, providing flexibility in programming environments and ensuring seamless integration into existing systems. The software-selectable output enable feature adds to its user-friendly nature, allowing for easy control over signal output.
The device is designed to withstand maximum output overload, with the CH 0 output terminal being able to connect to a 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path) source without sustaining damage. This durability ensures reliability and longevity in demanding environments. Additionally, the internal sample clocks can be locked to a reference clock or derived from the onboard VCXO frequency reference, offering versatility in time-based signal processing.
The PXI-5421 is also designed with practicality in mind, weighing in at 12.1 oz. and with dimensions of 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in, making it a compact yet powerful solution for a wide range of applications. Its mature status confirms its reliability and effectiveness in the field, backed by years of usage and support within the industry.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, 778697-04 |
| Model | PXI-5421 |
| Speed | 100 MS/s |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Onboard Memory | 8 MB (778697-01), 32 MB (778697-02), 256 MB (778697-03), 512 MB (778697-04) |
| Maximum Bandwidth | 43 MHz |
| Output Channels | 1 |
| Software Compatibility | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Output Enable Feature | Software-selectable |
| Maximum Output Overload | CH 0 output terminal can connect to a 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path) source without damage |
| Clock Source | Internal sample clocks can be locked to a reference clock or derived from the onboard VCXO frequency reference |
| Weight | 12.1 oz. |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in |
| Mature Status
Question 1: What is the resolution of the PXI-5421? Question 2: What software is PXI-5421 compatible with? Question 3: What is the maximum bandwidth of the PXI-5421? Question 4: How much can the onboard memory of PXI-5421 go up to? Question 5: What is the maximum sample rate of the PXI-5421? |



