NI PXI-2596

The National Instruments PXI-2596 is a dual 6x1 multiplexer switch module designed for routing RF or microwave signals in automated test applications. While designed to operate with less than 1 dB insertion loss up to 26.5 GHz, the NI PXI-2596 appears almost invisible to signals at much lower frequencies as well. The PXI-2596 offers a high-density, unterminated multiplexer option with dual 6x1 multiplexer banks in the same module. This module also is well-suited for passing high-order harmonics from RF upconverters such as the NI PXI-5670 2.7 GHz RF vector signal generator or routing multiple sources to RF downconverters such as the NI PXI-5660 2.7 GHz RF vector signal analyzer.

Additional Product Information

Related Information

• Switch Product Selection Guide
• NI Switch Executive Switch Management Software
• Essential Technologies for RF and Communications Test
• Calculate Attenuation for Your Application
• For tutorials, webcasts, and other content on RF switching, visit NI RF Switches Home

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