NIPXI-2564

16-Channel, 5 A SPST (Form A) Relays NI PXI-2564 • 16 independent Form A (SPST) nonlatching relays • Switch capacity • Up to 150 VDC/150 VAC CAT II • Up to 5 A switching/5 A carry • Onboard relay counting • Fully software programmable • 32,000-step scanlist for deterministic scanning • Tight synchronization with instruments through hardware triggers • 45 cycles/s • Includes one spare relay onboard for field maintenance NEW Operating Systems • Windows 2000/NT/XP Recommended Software • NI Switch Executive • LabVIEW • LabWindows/CVI • Measurement Studio Other Compatible Software • Visual Basic • C/C++ Driver/Services Software • NI-SWITCH • NI-DAQmx Overview The National Instruments PXI-2564 is a 5 A, general-purpose switch module in a single-slot, 3U PXI module. It has 16 independent SPST (Form A) relays with low contact resistance and high isolation voltage. It includes over-temperature protection to ensure that the relays are never exposed to an amount of power in excess of their rating. If the current approaches the rated value, the control circuitry opens the relay contacts. The NI PXI-2564 is ideal for switching medium-to-high-power signals and loads in military, automotive, or automated test applications. Software All National Instruments PXI and SCXI switch modules are shipped with NI-SWITCH, an IVI-compliant driver offering complete functionality for all switch modules. For additional assistance in configuring, programming, and managing higher-channel-count switching systems, NI Switch Executive software offers an easy-to use, intelligent switch management and visual routing environment. Ordering Information NI PXI-2564 ........................................................................778572-64 Accessories NI Switch Executive Development System ......................................................778546-01 Deployment Engine ........................................................778548-00 Relay Count Tracking The PXI-2564 counts relay closures on each of its high-power relays. The counts are stored onboard and can be retrieved as necessary for predictive maintenance to reduce unexpected system downtime. Automatic Scanning The PXI-2564 maximizes throughput in automated test applications by the use of scanning. Scanning improves throughput by downloading a list of up to 32,000 connections to the switch and cycling through the list using an event (trigger) without any interruption from the host processor. Scanning is most efficiently accomplished by mating the PXI-2564 with a companion modular instrument that will issue a trigger after each measurement is complete. BUY NOW! For complete product specifications, pricing, and accessory information, call (800) 813-3693 (U.S. only) or go to ni.com/switches 16-Channel, 5 A SPST (Form A) Relays Specifications Relay Characteristics Number of channels......................................... Relay type......................................................... Maximum switching voltage Channel-to-channel ................................... Channel-to-ground..................................... Maximum switching current ............................ Maximum carry current.................................... Simultaneous channels at maximum current..... Maximum AC switching power........................ Maximum DC switching power 150 W at 30 V 30 W at 150 V DC path resistance Initial.......................................................... End of life .................................................. Minimum switching capacity........................... 16 SPST, normally open, nonlatching 150 VDC, 150 VAC 150 VDC, 150 VAC, CAT II 5A 5A 16 750 VA Environment Operating temperature..................................... Storage temperature ........................................ Relative humidity ............................................. Pollution degree ............................................... Approved at altitudes up to 2000 m 0 to 55 °C -20 to 70 °C 5 to 85% noncondensing 2 Safety This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use: • IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1 • UL 61010-1 • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1