Switching
Controls consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit. (www.cogsci.princeton.edu)
See Also: Switching Matrix, High Voltage Switching, Switching Matrices, Multiplexers, General Purpose Switch
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PXI 40Amp 14Volt 2xSPDT Automotive Relay
40-181-001
Relay
Models 40-180/181 are High Power Relay Modules available with 2 SPST, 4 SPST or 2 SPDT contacts. They are capable of switching inductive/capacitive loads up to 40A at 14VDC or 20A at 28VDC.The 40-180/181 High Power Relay Modules are suitable for switching heavy loads or for slaving large external relays, contactors and solenoids. In particular these relay modules are designed for automotive test applications requiring the switching of D.C. voltage at high current. The 28V version is suitable for truck system test applications.
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6GHz Four Channel Signal Generator
LS6084B
Signal Generator
The LS6084B is a 6GHz Four Channel RF Analog Signal Generator, offers industry leading performance, in an easy to use benchtop box. It features exceptionally fast switching speed, superior signal integrity and purity and all the necessary modulated signals for analog communication systems. The design offers excellent performance and abilities combined with an affordable price tag, needed from the R&D benches to the production lines.
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75 Ohm BNC to BNC Cable Assembly
40-977-701-0.5m
RF Cable Assembly
Pickering Interfaces offer a range of RF cable assemblies to complement our extensive range of PXI, LXI, PCI, VXI and GPIB switching products. All cable assemblies are made from high quality materials and use best practice assembly methods to ensure the cabling matches the performance of the switching modules they support.
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Chatter Detector
Trig-Tek™ 850A/B
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The Trig-Tek™ 850A/B Contact Chatter Detector provides a means of monitoring the continuity of switch or relay contacts while being subjected to environmental stress. 10 channels Adjustable time interval (1μs to 999 ms) Individual fault light and fault latch per channel Open or closed contact detection
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 48x16 2A 1-Pole Matrix
40-598-002
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-598 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps or 100VDC/70VAC. The 40-598 BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit most high performance PXI Matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI Single Transfer Switch 40GHz 50Ω SMA-2.9
40-782-541
Switch Module
The 40-780 Microwave switching module consists of one, two, three or four changeover switches capable of switching frequencies to 18GHz (optionally to 67GHz) in 50Ω or 2.5GHz in 75Ω. The 40-782 module consists of one or two microwave transfer switches. It has a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and is available in versions with maximum operating frequencies of 18GHz, 26.5GHz or 40GHz.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 600x4 2A 1-Pole Matrix
40-568-108
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-568 PXI Matrix BRIC provides a range of high density matrix modules able to switch up to 2 Amps or 200VDC/140VAC. The 40-568 BRIC modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit most high performance PXI Matrix requirements, constructed using high quality electromechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 528x4 1-Pole (12 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-528X4
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit all high performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 40x32 1-Pole (8 sub-cards)
40-562A-121-40X32
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit all high performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Relay, Single SPDT, 40 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA-2.9, Failsafe
42-780B-541
Relay
The 40-780B-541 (PXI) and 42-780B-541 (PXIe) are single failsafe SPDT 40 GHz unterminated microwave relay modules. The 40/42-780B range is available with one, two, three or four SPDT switches capable of switching frequencies up to 67 GHz in 50 Ω or 2.5 GHz in 75 Ω. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality RF coaxial connectors, SMA or N-Type for 50 Ω and 1.6/5.6 in 75 Ω versions. Remote versions are also available which can support up to three SPDT relays in a single slot.
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Limits and Scanners
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Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company
Various configurations offer user-selectable or fixed-configuration sensor options including thermocouple, process, RTD and thermal switch inputs as well as user-settable or fixed limit values. Models with displays have user-selectable temperature units. Other features include sensor break protection, industry standard I/O options and UL® and CSA approval. EZ-ZONE models are RoHS compliant. Limits have FM approval for performance in safety limit applications. Watlow limits are designed and manufactured to withstand harsh industrial environments and come with a three-year warranty.
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Three-Pole Lighting And Surge Arrestor
PIVM12,5-275/3+0 Vseries
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PIVM12,5-275/3+0 Vseries is a three-pole lightning and surge arrester Type 1+2 according to EN 61643-11 and IEC 61643-11. These arresters are recommended for use in the Lightning Protection Zones Concept at the boundaries of LPZ 0 – 1 (according to IEC 1312-1 and EN 62305), where they provide the equipotential bonding and discharge of both, the lightning current and the switching surge, which are generated in power supply systems entering the building. The use of the lightning current arresters PIVM12,5-275/3+0 Vseries is mainly in the power supply lines, which are operated as TN-C system. The main use of PIVM12,5-275/3+0 Vseries arrester is in structures of LPL III – IV according to EN 62305 ed.2. The marking M specifies a type of construction with removable module.
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CMP Mechanical Kits
CMP-XXX-HP
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The CMP Mechanical kits are an excellent option for manual tests of both low and high volumes. Now in a more rigid design with removable probe plate for easier maintenance. Integrated fixture down switch as an option. The kit is available in 4 standard sizes but can be adjusted to your demands.
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Micro OHM Meter
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Cambridge Instruments & Engineering Co.
This Test set is capable to measure low resistance like switch contacts, breaker contacts, busbar slices, joints, fuses, low inductive windings etc.
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TSP100 Switch Probes
Switch Probe
Current Rating (Amps): 5Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 100Test Center (mm): 2.54Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,990Overall Length (mm): 50.60Switch Point (mil): 59Switch Point (mm): 1.50
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PXI 2 Amp MUX, Quad 8-Channel 1-Pole
40-635-108
Multiplexer Module
The 40-635 2 Amp Multiplexer module is available in 9 standard configurations as well as 9 half density configurations, all using high quality electro-mechanical signal relays allowing each channel to switch current up to 2A and voltage up to 300VDC/250VAC.The module is suitable for signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems. Connections are made via a front panel 78-way D-type connector.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 308x4 2-Pole (7 sub-cards)
40-562B-122-308X4
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-122-308X4 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 308x4 with 2-pole switching. It is part of a range of BRIC matrices available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot formats to suit high performance PXI matrix requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays.
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Cable Assembly, 50-Pin D-Type, Female to Unterminated With Ferrules, 2m HV, Exit Towards Pin 1
A050DF5-F-HA200
Cable Assembly
50-Pin D-Type HV Cable assemblies are constructed from 7/0.2 (24 AWG) Tinned Copper Wire with PTFE Type C insulation. The connector assembly can be secured to the mating part by a screwlock. The 50-Pin Female connector options of this product can be directly mated to a corresponding Pickering Interfaces switching product.
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PXI 12xSPST High Voltage Power Relay Module
40-330-003
Relay
The Pickering Interfaces 40-330 High Voltage Power Relay Module is suitable for applications requiring high voltage power relay switching with high density.It features current handling up to 5A, 1000VDC/1000VAC peak cold switching and 110VDC/250VAC hot switching. It is configured as a bank of 12, 18 or 24 separate Single Pole Single Throw (SPST) relays. Connections are made via a front panel mounted 50-pin (24xSPST) or 37-pin (18 and 12xSPST) high voltage D-Type connector.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, SP6T, 11-Bank, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA
60-800-111
Microwave Multiplexer
Our 60-800-111 is a 11 bank terminated SP6T multiplexer and is part of a range of LXI based microwave multiplexers suitable for switching 50 ohm signals up to 18GHz. The 60-800 range is capable of supporting up to 14 banks of 6 channel terminated multiplexers and is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA, SMA-2.9, SMA-2.4 or SMA-1.85 connectors.
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Surface Mount Reed Relays
Series 200
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Surface Mount Reed Relays. Wide range featuring dry or mercury wetted switches. Coaxial version for high speed digital or RF up to 6 GHz. 5, 12 or 24 volt coils with optional diode
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500-Pin SEARAY Cable Assembly, Male to Unterminated, Tinned Ends, 2 Amp, 1m, 250 Port
A500RMR-T-5C100
Cable Assembly
The 500-Pin SEARAY connector is used on switching products to provide a very high density 2A connector solution that is suitable for use to 200VDC. This cable assembly is suitable for direct connection to Pickering Interfaces products. Unterminated connections are provided at the other end of the cable for a variety of applications. Screwlocks enable the SEARAY connector to be secured to its mating product.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, SP6T, 4-Bank, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA
60-800-104
Microwave Multiplexer
Our 60-800-104 is a 4 bank terminated SP6T multiplexer and is part of a range of LXI based microwave multiplexers suitable for switching 50 ohm signals up to 18GHz. The 60-800 range is capable of supporting up to 14 banks of 6 channel terminated multiplexers and is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA, SMA-2.9, SMA-2.4 or SMA-1.85 connectors.
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PXI 8x4 RF Matrix 300MHz 50Ω Multiway Connector
40-729-002
Matrix Switch Module
40-727/728/729 are RF Matrix Modules suitable for switching frequencies to 300MHz (50Ω version). The modules are available in either 50Ω or 75Ω versions with a choice of coaxial connectors. The 40-727/728/729 are designed designed to provide a simple and scalable bidirectional matrix to RF frequencies. They are intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems.
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PXIe-2593, 500 MHz, 50 Ω PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module
780587-93
Multiplexer Module
PXIe, 500 MHz, 50 Ω PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module—The PXIe‑2593 can be programmatically configured as unterminated multiplexers, externally terminated multiplexers, or dimensionally flexible sparse matrices.
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50 Ohm SMB to SMB Cable Assembly
40-977-511-2m
RF Cable Assembly
Pickering Interfaces offer a range of RF cable assemblies to complement our extensive range of PXI, LXI, PCI, VXI and GPIB switching products. All cable assemblies are made from high quality materials and use best practice assembly methods to ensure the cabling matches the performance of the switching modules they support.
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 44x16 1-Pole (4 sub cards)
40-562A-021-44X16
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit all high performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI 2A Multiplexer, 2-Bank, 8-Channel, 8-Pole
40-614C-013
Multiplexer Module
This 2-bank, 8-channel, 8 pole version is part of the 40-614C High Density 2A multiplexer module range that is available in 20 configurations (see Also in this Range link above). All configurations use high quality electro-mechanical signal relays allowing each channel to switch current up to 2A and voltage up to 300VDC/250VAC.
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PXI 10A Power Multiplexer, 5-Bank, 6-Channel
40-661A-005
Multiplexer Module
The 40-661A-005 is a single pole, 5-bank, 6-channel PXI power multiplexer module, suitable for switching inductive/capacitive loads up to 10A with 125VDC/250VAC hot switching and 400VDC/250VAC cold switching. The multiplexer is available in 8-bank 4-channel, 5-bank 6-channel, 4-bank 8-channel, 2-bank 16-channel and 1-bank 32-channel formats. Also, 4-bank 4-channel, 2-bank 8-channel and 1-bank 16-channel half density configurations are available.
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ESD LCD SURFACE RESISTIVITY METER (WITH 1 PAIR OF 5 POUND ELECTRODES)
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The ESD LCD SURFACE RESISTIVITY METER provides everything necessary to test work surfaces using the procedure outlined in the EOS/ESD-S4.1 standard. This test kit makes testing surface resistance easy – simply place the weights attach the cables, switch to the correct voltage and press the button to read resistance directly on the meter. The meter incorporates parallel probes on the bottom of the unit which allows the user to make surface resistivity measurements. The parallel probes allow for quick and easy testing of a variety of surfaces and materials, without the use of the five pound electrodes
