- 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
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Configure System 
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.
Additional Product Information
Related Information
Specifications Documents
Specifications Summary
| General | |
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| Form Factor | PXI |
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| OS Support | Windows, Real-Time, Linux |
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| LabVIEW RT Support | Yes |
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| Switch Type | Matrix |
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| Relay Type | Reed |
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| Connectivity | Terminal Block |
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| Product Certifications | C-Tick, CAN/CSA, CE, FCC Part 15, IEC, UL - Product Safety |
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| Input Characteristics | |
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| Matrix Configurations | 4x128, 1-wire
8x64, 1-wire
2 banks of 4x64, 1-wire
2 banks of 8x32, 1-wire
8x32, 2-wire
4x64, 2-wire |
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| Maximum Switching Voltage DC (Pollution Degree 2) | 100 VDC |
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| Maximum Switching Voltage AC | 100 Vrms |
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| Maximum Switching Current | 0.5 A |
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| Maximum Carry Current | 0.5 A |
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| Maximum Switching Power | 10 W |
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| Bandwidth | 30 MHz |
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| Relay Count Tracking | Yes |
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| Voltage Category | CAT I |
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| Path Resistance (Typical) | 1 Ohm |
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| Thermal EMF | 20 µV |
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| Dynamic Characteristics | |
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| Mechanical Relay Life | 1 x 1010 cycles |
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| Scan Rate | 2000 cycles/s |
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| Timing/Triggering/Synchronization | |
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| Synchronization Bus (RTSI) | Yes |
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| Triggering | Digital |
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| External Clocking | No |
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| Physical Specifications | |
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| Length | 16 cm |
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| Width | 10 cm |
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| Height | 2 cm |
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| I/O Connector | 160-pin Samtec |
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Factory Installation
Reduce your setup time with National Instruments installation services and get a system you can use out of the box. Factory installation services include:
- 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
NI training is the fastest, most certain route to productivity with NI tools and successful application development.
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
Technical Support
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