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NI PXI-2532

512-Crosspoint Matrix Switch Module

  • 4x128, 8x64, and 16x32 (1-wire) and 4x64, 8x32, and 16x16 (2-wire) matrix configurations
  • Up to 100 VDC/100 Vp or 500 mA
  • 512-crosspoint matrix switching in a single 3U PXI slot
  • 2,000 crosspoints/s
  • 16 2x16 1-wire building blocks to create custom configurations
  • NI Switch Executive switch management software for more efficient code development/longevity
  • Data Sheet  |   Configure System popup

Part Number Description Est Ship  US Dollars Qty
NI PXI-2532
778572-32NI PXI-2532 512-Crosspoint Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
778572-321NI PXI-2532 with NI Switch Executive (Special Bundle Price)--For prices, Select Country 
778546-09NI Switch Executive Development System, Includes 1 Year SSP--For prices, Select Country 
Related Products and Accessories
779056-01NI TB-2640 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532 as 4 X 128 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-02NI TB-2640 Terminal Block for PXI-2532, 4 X 128 Matrix w/100 Ohm--For prices, Select Country 
779056-03NI TB-2641 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532 as 8 X 64 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-04NI TB-2641 Terminal Block for PXI-2532, 8 X 64 Matrix w/100 Ohm--For prices, Select Country 
779056-05NI TB-2642 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532 16 X 32 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-06NI TB-2642 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532 16 X 32 w/100 OHM--For prices, Select Country 
779056-07NI TB-2643 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532 as 4 x 64 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-08NI TB-2643 Terminal Block for PXI-2532, 4 X 64 Matrix W/100 Ohm--For prices, Select Country 
779056-09NI TB-2644 Terminal Block for NI PXI as 8 x 32 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-10NI TB-2644 Terminal Block for NI PXI-2532,8 x 32 Matrix w/100 Ohm--For prices, Select Country 
779056-11NI TB-2645 Terminal Block For NI PXI-2532 16 x 16 Matrix--For prices, Select Country 
779056-12NI TB-2645 Terminal Block For NI PXI-2532 16 x 16 w/100 Ohm--For prices, Select Country 
779346-01Row and Column Cable Kit for the NI TB-264X Terminal Blocks 1.5m--For prices, Select Country 
779325-01NI R1616 Column Expansion Cable for TB-264X--For prices, Select Country 
779341-01NI SCB-264X Screw Terminal Block Accessory for TB-264X--For prices, Select Country 
 
 

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The National Instruments PXI-2532 is a 512-crosspoint, high-speed matrix switch module. With the largest matrix size available in a 3U PXI slot, the NI PXI-2532 offers ultrahigh-density switch configurations in PXI. With the ability to create up to a 4x2176 or 8x1088 1-wire matrix in a single PXI chassis and even larger configurations with multichassis solutions, the PXI-2532 is ideal for high-channel-count automated test configurations. Featuring compact reed relays with switching speeds up to 2,000 cycles/s and the ability to synchronize with instruments, the PXI-2532 provides maximum throughput in a test system for signals up to 100 VDC/100 Vp or 0.5 A.

Connecting Signals to the NI PXI-2532
There are several accessory options for the PXI-2532. To make any signal connection to the PXI-2532, you need to use one of the TB-264x front-mounting terminal blocks. The TB-264x terminal blocks provide signal connections through ribbon cable headers. An optional set of four "column" cables and one "row" cable is available to make these connections. If you prefer screw terminal connections, the SCB-264X screw terminal breakout accessory is available to connect to the other end of the ribbon cables coming out of an individual TB-264x front-mounting terminal block.

Column Expansion Through Row Connections
If a matrix size larger than one of the standard PXI-2532 configurations is required, the NI R1616 Column Expansion Cable is available to interconnect the rows of two PXI-2532s via a TB-264x terminal block. For instance, you can create a 4x256 1-wire matrix with two PXI-2532s, two TB-2640s, and one R1616 Column Expansion Cable interconnected between the TB-2640s.

NI Switch Executive Switch Management Software
NI Switch Executive is an intelligent switch management and routing application. With NI Switch Executive, you gain increased development productivity by interactively configuring and naming switch modules, external connections, and signal routes. You also increase test code reuse and system performance with switch programming in conjunction with NI TestStand, LabVIEW, and Measurement Studio. Ultimately, NI Switch Executive simplifies switch system configuration and increases test performance, lowering your cost to test.

Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General 
Form FactorPXI
OS SupportWindows, Real-Time, Linux
LabVIEW RT SupportYes
Switch TypeMatrix
Relay TypeReed
ConnectivityTerminal Block
Product CertificationsC-Tick, CAN/CSA, CE, FCC Part 15, IEC, UL - Product Safety
Input Characteristics 
Matrix Configurations4x128, 1-wire
8x64, 1-wire
2 banks of 4x64, 1-wire
2 banks of 8x32, 1-wire
8x32, 2-wire
4x64, 2-wire
Maximum Switching Voltage DC (Pollution Degree 2)100 VDC
Maximum Switching Voltage AC100 Vrms
Maximum Switching Current0.5 A
Maximum Carry Current0.5 A
Maximum Switching Power10 W
Bandwidth30 MHz
Relay Count TrackingYes
Voltage CategoryCAT I
Path Resistance (Typical)1 Ohm
Thermal EMF20 µV
Dynamic Characteristics 
Mechanical Relay Life1 x 1010 cycles
Scan Rate2000 cycles/s
Timing/Triggering/Synchronization 
Synchronization Bus (RTSI)Yes
TriggeringDigital
External ClockingNo
Physical Specifications 
Length16 cm
Width10 cm
Height2 cm
I/O Connector160-pin Samtec

Factory Installation

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  • Installation of all individual hardware and software components as well as full testing to eliminate conflicts
  • Custom documentation plus a custom restore and startup utility
  • 2-year warranty and calibration coverage

This service is only available for PXI, CompactRIO, and Compact FieldPoint systems.

Extended Warranties

National Instruments designs and manufactures all products to minimize failures, but we know unexpected failures can still occur. Extended warranties provide a fixed economical price at the time of system purchase covering any repair costs for up to three years.

  • Significant cost savings compared to individual repair incidents
  • Fault location, diagnostics, and repair by NI any time the system product fails
  • All parts and labor costs covered as well as any adjustments needed to bring the hardware back to manufacturing specifications

Calibration

NI recognizes the need to maintain properly calibrated devices for high-accuracy measurements. We provide manual calibration procedures, services to recalibrate your products, and automated calibration software to calibrate many of our measurement products.

Training

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Repair Services

  • You can return your registered product under warranty at no additional labor and parts cost. NI offers fault location, diagnostics, and repair any time the system fails as well as any adjustments needed to bring the hardware back to manufacturing specifications.
  • Contact us to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) form and shipping instructions
  • View your RMA support request status online
  • Register your product

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