Pickering Interfaces, a leading provider of modular signal switching and simulation for electronic test and verification, has launched a new 0.5Amp ultra-high-density PXI matrix module family that delivers up to 6,144 crosspoints. With a switching density 39% higher than competing devices, the 40-558 allows a complete functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis, and the integrated BRIC design saves on valuable chassis slots compared to standard PXI matrix modules.
Part of Pickering Interfaces BRIC large PXI Matrices range, the new 40-558 modules are available in two, four or eight-slot widths for matrix sizes between 64×16 and 1,008×6. The modules are fitted with high quality, ruthenium-sputtered reed relays manufactured by sister company, Pickering Electronics which feature a very long life with good low-level switching performance and excellent contact resistance stability. Automatic isolation relay switching maximizes bandwidth and reliability. Spare relays are included with the module to facilitate easy maintenance with minimum downtime.
