Description
The NI PXI-2532 512-Crosspoint Matrix Switch Module, with part number 778572-32, falls under the category of PXI Switches. This module is designed to offer exceptional performance and versatility for a wide range of signal switching applications.
The PXI-2532 features a 512-crosspoint matrix size, making it capable of handling complex routing configurations. It supports a maximum switching power of 10 W and can carry a maximum switching/carry current of 0.5 A per channel, ensuring reliable operation for a variety of electronic signals.
When it comes to signal integrity, the PXI-2532 does not disappoint. It provides a bandwidth of ≥30 MHz in a 1-wire row/column configuration and ≥25 MHz in a 2-wire row/column configuration. This high bandwidth capability ensures minimal signal degradation across the switch.
The module can receive input trigger signals from PXI trigger lines 0–7 with a minimal delay of 150 ns, offering precise timing and synchronization capabilities. Its relays boast a quick release time of 0.25 ms and a mechanical relay life of up to 1 × 109 cycles, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
Additionally, the PXI-2532 can simultaneously drive up to 40 relays, or 64 relays with a PXI Express chassis, providing flexibility in handling multiple signal paths simultaneously. It is designed to be PXIe compatible and fits within a 3U PXI module slot, making it easy to integrate into existing PXI systems. Despite its powerful features, the module maintains a compact and lightweight design, weighing in at just 1 lb.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 778572-32 |
| Category | PXI Switches |
| Model | PXI-2532 |
| Description | NI PXI-2532 512-Crosspoint Matrix Switch Module |
| Matrix Size | 512-crosspoint |
| Maximum Switching Power | 10 W |
| Maximum Switching/Carry Current | 0.5 A per channel |
| Bandwidth (1-wire row/column configuration) | ≥30 MHz |
| Bandwidth (2-wire row/column configuration) | ≥25 MHz |
| Input Trigger Signals | PXI trigger lines 0–7 at 150 ns |
| Relay Release Time | 0.25 ms |
| Mechanical Relay Life | 1 × 109 cycles |
| Simultaneous Drive Limit | 40 relays (64 with PXI Express chassis) |
| Compatibility | PXIe compatible, 3U PXI module |
| Weight | 1 lb |



