High-Performance Scalable Large PXI Matrix & Multiplexer Solutions
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Your switching requirements and budget change that is why we offer our BRIC large PXI matrix and multiplexer solutions in a variety of sizes, 2, 4, 8, or 12-slot with over 450 configurations to choose from—offering the densest switching in the PXI market. The use of high-density packaging and integrated backplanes enables a large matrix to be implemented with no user configuration or special matrix expansion kits. Many of our designs use high-density instrumentation grade reed relays and are also available with electro-mechanical and solid-state relays. All of our BRIC PXI matrix modules are fully supported by PXI, PXIe hybrid, and our LXI/USB chassis and all popular software environments, including Linux.
Proven Heritage in High-Density PXI Matrix/Multiplexer Switching:
- 2002: Launch of groundbreaking BRIC PXI matrix switching with internal screen analog bus
- 2004 - 2013: Regular and consistent series of product releases: 2A Matrix, 2A and 10A Fault Insertion, 2-slot Avionics Matrix, Solid State Matrix, 1A and 3A MUX, Highest density 2A Matrix
- 2009: First with Built-In Relay Self-Test (BIRST) in Large PXI Matrix Switching
- 2011: First with high pole count multiplexers
- 2015: Introduction of eBIRST Switching System Test Tool to support most BRIC modules
- 2017 & 2019: Introduction of new ranges of Ultra-High-Density BRIC matrices (models 40-558 and 40-559) using Pickering instrumentation grade 4mmx4mm reed relays
- 2020: Introduction of our 12-slot BRIC modules with up to 9216 crosspoints (40-558 model), making it the industry’s highest capacity PXI matrix switch module - view the BRIC12 video
Features:
- Wide choice of relay types: Pickering Reed Relay, Electro-mechanical
& Solid state
- Switching currents to 0.5A, 1A, 2A and 10A and voltages to 300V
- High bandwidth - up to 35MHz
- Integrated modules with built-in high-performance screened analog bus
- Variations include: Large matrix, 2Amp, fault insertion, ARINC and multiplexer (MUX) modules
- Huge choice of connectivity from Pickering, MAC Panel and VPC
- Diagnostic test tools available to support most BRIC models
- Software compatibility with all major programming languages
Pickering Interfaces’ Large PXI Matrix Modules |
Competing PXI Integrated Matrix |
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40-558 | 40-559 | 40-560A/561A | 40-562B | 40-563A | 40-565B | 40-566A | 40-567 | 40-568 | 40-596 | 40-597 | 40-598 | Relay Card "A" |
Relay Card "B" |
Relay Card "C" |
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Daughter card | Relay Type | Pickering Ultra-High Density 4mmx4mm Instrumentation Quality Reed Relay | Pickering Instrumentation Quality Reed Relay with Softcenter technology | Solid State Relay | EMR (Sealed Armature) | Coto Reed Relay | EMR | |||||||||
1-pole | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ||||||
2-Pole | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||
Voltage | 70VDC/50VAC | 150VDC/100VAC | ±40V | 150VDC/100VAC | 100VDC
/70VAC |
200VDC
/140VAC |
150VDC
/100VAC |
100VDC/70VAC | 100V | 150V | 100V | |||||
Current | 0.5 Amp | 1 Amp | 0.5 Amp | 1 Amp | 0.25A (0.75A surge) | 2 Amp | 0.25 Amp | 1 Amp | 2 Amp | |||||||
Power | 5W | 20W | 10W | 20W | - | 60W | 3W | 20W | 60W | |||||||
Operate Time | 1ms | 0.5ms | 3ms | 6.5ms | 1ms | 3ms | ||||||||||
Life (minimum loading) | >1E+09 | >1E+09 | >1E+09 | >1E+09 | Unlimited | 1.00E+08 | 2.50E+08 | 1.00E+09 | 1.00E+08 | |||||||
Life (maximum loading) | >5E+06 (5W) | >5E+06 (20W) | >1E+06 (10W) | >5E+05 (20W) | Unlimited | >1E+05 (60W) | >5E+05 (1W) | >1E+06 (20W) | >1E+05 (60W) | |||||||
Maximum Number of Relays Per PXI Matrix Module | 2-Slot PXI Module | 1536 | 1024 | 1104 | 528 | 768 | 464 | ✖ | 704 | 600 | 696 | 768 | 768 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ |
4-Slot PXI Module | 3072 | 2048 | 2208 | 1056 | 1536 | 928 | 660 | 1408 | 1200 | 1392 | 1536 | 1536 | 2208 | 1032 | 852 | |
8-Slot PXI Module | 6144 | 4096 | 4416 | 2112 | 3072 | 1856 | 1540 | 2816 | 2400 | 2784 | 3072 | 3072 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
12-Slot PXI Module | 9216 | ✖ | ✖ | 3168 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
Matrix Self Test | Self Test all core matrix relays | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ||||||||||||
Self Test Resistance Measurement Resolution | ✔ milliOhm Resolution with Programmable Resistance Threshold | ✖ | ✖ Pass/Fail only | |||||||||||||
Relay Self Test available on other PXI matrix modules | ✔ | ✖ | ||||||||||||||
eBIRST Switching System Test Tools | ✔ | ✖ | ||||||||||||||
Analog Bus | Integrated Analog Bus | ✔ | ✔ | |||||||||||||
Multiple Analog Bus Available | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |||
Daughter card Isolation Switches | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
Analog Bus Widths Available | X6, X8, X12, X16 | X4, X6, X8, X12, X16 | X4, X8, X16, X32 | X8 | X4 | X8 | X4 | X6 | X12 | X16 | X4, X8, X16 | X4, X8 | ||||
Analog Bus Inter-module Expansion | ✖ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
Special/Custom Versions | Custom Modules Available | ✔ | ✖ | |||||||||||||
Speciality Module Available | ✔ (MUX, ARINC, FIBO) | ✖ | ||||||||||||||
Software | VISA | ✔ | ✔ | |||||||||||||
Kernel Driver | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
IVI Drivers | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
NI Switch Executive Support | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
Linux | ✔ (Support for all versions) | ✔ (Limited support) | ||||||||||||||
Block command for fast setting of multiple crosspoints | ✔ | ✔ | ||||||||||||||
Full LXI Ethernet Support | ✔ | ✖ | ||||||||||||||
Year product was launched | 2019 | 2017 | 2002 | 2007 | 2005 | 2005 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2 | 2011 | 2012 | |||
Number of available regular matrix configurations | 72 | 55 | 168 | 203 | 17 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 30 | 18 | 12 | |
Standard Included Warranty | 3 year | 1 year |
Other Switching Functions in PXI Large Matrix Format From Pickering Interfaces | PXI Switching Functions From Competitor | ||||||
40-569 | 40-570 | 40-571 | 40-592A | 40-595A | |||
Switching Function | ARINC 608A Switch | High Pole Count Multiplexer | Fault Insertion/Breakout Switch (FIBO) | ✖ | |||
Maximum Size (for fully loaded 8-slot module) | 2xResource Distributor & 6xBus Matrix Input Cards | Between 6-channel, 160-pole &
96-channel 10-pole |
Between 6-channel, 48-pole &
48-channel 6-pole |
Dual 160x4 with 3-pin breakout or dual 248x4 with 2-pin breakout | Dual 30x4 with 3-pin breakout | ✖ | |
Specification | Relay Type | Electro-mechanical | Ruthenium Reed | Electro-mechanical | ✖ | ||
Voltage | 100VDC/70VAC | 100V | 150VDC/100VAC | 125VDC/250VAC | ✖ | ||
Current | 2A | 1A | 3A | 1.2A | 10A-matrix 8A-breakout | ✖ | |
Power | 60W | 60W | 105W | 20W | 300W | ✖ | |
Number of Configurations - 4-slot module | 5 | - | - | 8 | - | ✖ | |
Number of Configurations - 8-slot module | 12 | 29 | 29 | 16 | 10 | ✖ | |
Software | VISA | ✔ | ✖ | ||||
Kernel Driver | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
IVI Drivers | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
NI Switch Executive Support | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
Linux | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
Block command for fast setting of multiple crosspoints | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
Other Platforms | ✔ | ✖ | |||||
Year product was launched | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2005 | 2005 | ✖ | |
Standard Included Warranty | 3 year | ✖ |
View our BRIC variations:
- BRIC Large PXI Matrix Modules - 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot occupancy,
available in reed relay or solid-state and up to 9216 crosspoints
- BRIC 2 Amp Large PXI Matrix Modules - 1 or 2-pole switching, 2A current handling and up to 3072 crosspoints
- BRIC PXI Fault Insertion Matrix Modules - designed for fault insertion applications in automotive and aerospace industries
- BRIC PXI ARINC 608A Switch Modules - designed to support the ARINC 608A specification for routing signals in avionics test systems
- BRIC Large Multiplexer - multiplexer modules for high-pole count applications
The majority of our BRIC modules are supported by our eBIRST Switching System Test Tools. These tools quickly determine if the switching system has faults, identify the location of the fault at the relay level, and allow you to take fast corrective action in the field—saving on repair costs and minimizing downtime. See what eBIRST is all about here >>
We have been designing large-scale PXI matrix/multiplexer switching since 2002, consistently leading the market with new designs, each time pushing the boundaries of PXI-based Functional Test to help test engineers save time and money.
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