National Instruments PXIe-2514 PXI Signal Insertion Switch Module

The PXIe-2514 (Part Number: 780587-14) is an advanced Signal Insertion Switch Module from National Instruments. The instrument comes with seven channels, which enables users to open or short one or more fault buses at a time. The NI PXIe-2514 Switch module can offer a maximum current of 40 amperes. This value is specified for continuous per channel current. The maximum value of continuous current for multiple closed paths is 25 amperes. The NI PXIe-2514 Signal Insertion Switch Module also offers pulsed current with a maximum value of 200 amperes for a maximum time interval of 1100 microseconds.

The NI PXIe-2514 module offers a maximum switching power of 1120 watts. This value is specified for each channel. The typical value of bandwidth for the instrument is greater than 800 kHz for the 50 Ohms system. The instrument also implements various protection mechanisms, which protect the NI PXIe-2514 from damage against overcurrent or over temperature. The instrument enables users to validate the integrity of various control equipment and includes full authority digital engine controls and engine control units.

The NI PXIe-2514 Signal Insertion Module has physical dimensions of 8.5 x 1.6 x 5.1 inches. The instrument weighs around 513 grams. The front panel of the instrument incorporates various connectors, which includes 2 DSUB, 8 positions, and male connectors. The instrument also comes with built-in FET relays. The relays have the typical operational time of eight microseconds. The maximum operational time of the relays is 35 microseconds. The typical life cycle of the relays is unlimited when relays are operated within specified limits.