Description
The PXI-5421 is a high-performance waveform generator, designed to meet a wide range of application requirements. This model comes with several part numbers, including 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, and 778697-04, catering to various configurations and needs.
It boasts a waveform generation speed of 100 MS/s, ensuring efficient and fast waveform output. With a resolution of 16-bit, the PXI-5421 delivers precise and detailed waveform generation, suitable for rigorous testing and simulation tasks.
The device offers onboard memory options of 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB, providing flexibility in waveform complexity and duration. It is equipped with one output channel, and it supports a maximum bandwidth of 43 MHz, enabling it to handle a wide range of frequencies.
Software compatibility is extensive with support for NI-FGEN, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, making the PXI-5421 versatile for different programming environments and applications. Its output enable feature is software-selectable, offering control over the waveform output for enhanced safety and flexibility.
The device is designed to withstand maximum output overload, where the CH 0 output can be connected to a 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for the Direct Path) source without damage, ensuring durability and reliability in demanding environments. The clock source is adaptable, with internal sample clocks that can be locked to a reference clock or derived from onboard VCXO, providing timing precision and synchronization capabilities.
With a weight of 12.1 oz. and dimensions of 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in., the PXI-5421 is compact and easily integrated into a variety of systems. Lastly, its mature status notification
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | PXI-5421 |
| Part Numbers | 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, 778697-04 |
| Waveform Generation Speed | 100 MS/s |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Onboard Memory Options | 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB |
| Output Channels | 1 |
| Maximum Bandwidth | 43 MHz |
| Software Compatibility | NI-FGEN, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Output Enable Feature | Software-selectable |
| Maximum Output Overload | CH 0 output can be connected to a 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for the Direct Path) source without damage |
| Clock Source | Internal sample clocks can be locked to a reference clock or derived from onboard VCXO |
| Weight | 12.1 oz. |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in. |
| Mature Status Notification | Announced by National Instruments
Question 1: What is the waveform generation speed of the PXI-5421? Question 2: What is the maximum output bandwidth of the PXI-5421? Question 3: How many output channels does the PXI-5421 have? Question 4: What software is compatible with the PXI-5421? Question 5: What are the onboard memory options for the PXI-5421? |
