Description
The NI PXI-5421 is a versatile PXI Arbitrary Waveform Generator designed to meet a wide range of testing and simulation needs. With part numbers including 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, and 778697-04, this model is equipped to handle various applications. The PXI-5421 stands out with its 32MB memory option and an LVDS EHM Connector, enhancing its connectivity and data transfer capabilities.
The device boasts a 16-bit resolution, ensuring high precision in waveform generation. Its maximum sampling rate is an impressive 100 MS/s, allowing for the generation of high-frequency signals up to 43 MHz in bandwidth. The PXI-5421 is designed for flexibility, offering memory options ranging from 8 MB to 512 MB to accommodate different application needs.
Featuring a single output channel, the PXI-5421 is capable of delivering a wide range of waveforms to meet testing requirements. It is supported by NI-FGEN driver software, which facilitates the creation, configuration, and deployment of waveforms. The device’s output enable feature is software-selectable, providing users with control over the signal output.
The PXI-5421 is designed to protect against overloads, with a maximum output overload tolerance of ±12 V (±8 V for the Direct Path), ensuring the durability and longevity of the module. Its clock source options include an internal phase-locked loop or an onboard VCXO frequency reference, offering flexibility in timing and synchronization.
With dimensions of 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 inches and weighing 12.1 oz, the PXI-5421 is compact and lightweight, making it an ideal choice for integrated systems where space is at a premium. Its robust design and advanced technical specifications make it a powerful tool for engineers and researchers who require precise and flexible waveform generation capabilities.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, 778697-04 |
| Category | PXI Arbitrary Waveform Generators |
| Model | PXI-5421 |
| Description | NI PXI-5421, 32MB with LVDS, EHM Connector |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Max Sample Rate | 100 MS/s |
| Memory Options | 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB |
| Bandwidth | 43 MHz |
| Output Channels | 1 |
| Driver Software | NI-FGEN |
| Output Enable Feature | Software-selectable |
| Maximum Output Overload | ±12 V (±8 V for the Direct Path) |
| Clock Source | Internal, phase-locked loop or onboard VCXO frequency reference |
| Weight | 12.1 oz. |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in. |




