VTI Instruments - EX72SF DC-20 GHz, 26.5 GHz, 40 GHz High Performance Modular Microwave Switch
- Combine up to 6 SPDT and 6 multiport high-performance building blocks in a 2U footprint
- Extended life and self-terminating options provide maximum design flexibility
- Embedded web interface provides interactive utility to monitor and control relays from anywhere in the world
- Flexible API supports IVI and Linux development environments minimizing software investment
- LXI Trigger Event implementation provides seamless test synchronization with external devices
The EX72SF is a high-density microwave switching platform that is designed to address applications that demand maximum performance, flexible design options, and an operating range to 67 GHz. Configuration options include self-termination of unused ports and an expected lifetime of > 5 million cycles. Any combination of up to twelve latching building blocks can be housed in a single 2U rack LXI enclosure. Building block topologies include SPDT, SP4T, SP6T, and transfer switches, as well as a 6-line pass-through adapter and 32-bit TTL I/O bus that can be used to drive external circuitry.
To Configure Your Switch Simply Follow These Three Steps:
Step 1 - Start with the EX72SF base unit. It holds up to twelve microwave building blocks in two rack U (3.5") height
Step 2 - Select up to six SPDT and six multiport switches
Step 3 - Contact VTI Instruments for price and delivery
Measurement Integrity, Repeatability, and Long Life
The EX72SF uses relays that employ superior design technology and deliver unmatched isolation, minimal crosstalk and an industry-leading repeatability of insertion loss resulting in a high-degree of confidence in measurement accuracy.
Measurement Performance
The EX72SF platform further drives down the total cost of ownership by providing operating life of > 2 million cycles. With a powerful combination of economical price and outstanding performance, the EX72SF is capable of handling a wide array of application spaces ranging from aerospace and defense to commercial wireless products.
Patented Relay Technology
The EX72SF relays employ a unique design that ensures highly repeatable closures over time. The center conductor profiles are designed with a spherical mating surface that produces a wiping action as the jumper contact mates with the center conductor. The wiping action removes debris that forms between the contacts of electro-mechanical relays and causes measurement instability. The result is a higher degree of confidence in repeatable data throughout the life of the product.
More Product Information
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Ideal for a wide range of applications such as RF, mm-Wave and sub-THz characterization, FA, DWC, MEMS, optoelectronic tests and WL
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Re-configurable and upgradable as requirements grow
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Minimizes setup times with no loss in performance or accuracy
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Seamless integration of various measurement instruments
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Solid station frame
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Built-in vibration-isolation solution for superior vibration attenuation
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Rigid microscope bridge
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Compact and rigid mechanical design
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Highly accurate measurement results
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Incorporates best-known methods
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Ergonomic and straightforward design for comfortable and easy operation
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Low-profile design
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Simple microscope operation
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Quick and ergonomic change of DUT through pull-out stage
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Minimize training efforts
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Fast time to data
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Convenient operation
The SMX-6xxx product family includes the SMX-6101 (pictured), SMX-6103, SMX-6106, SMX-6111, SMX-6115, SMX-6116, and SMX-6144.
The SMX-3xxx product family includes the SMX-3001 through SMX-3007 and SMX-3276 through SMX-3280 multiplexers.
The PXIe chassis include 18-slot chassis (CMX18 and CMX18A) and 9-slot chassis, pictured (CMX09 and CMX09A).
High density switch matrix models in 1 wire and 2 wire configurations
- 4 Independent Channels
- 1Ω Resistance Increments
- Precision Sensor Simulation Capability
- Low Thermal Offset
- Independent Sense Feedback
- Parallel and Series Operation
- Dynamic Soft Front Panel
- IVI-COM, IVI-C, LabVIEW™ Drivers
- Monitoring the Set Values Without Disconnecting Channels Connections
- 3-Year Warranty
- Modular 6.5 digit DMMs for the EX1200 mainframes
- Tightly integrated into mainframes, allowing high-speed, synchronized scanning measurements without the need for external cabling.
- Input can be routed directly to the DMM or through an internal analog bus on the backplane.
- Super fast scanning with no processor intervention required
- Scanning configuration can be saved in the DMM’s non-volatile memory allowing quick recall of saved states
- Integrating ADC for with adjustable integration time depending on the level of accuracy required.
- “True RMS” AC readings
- Frequency and temperature measurements
- High-density, compact (1U) precision data acquisition instruments
- LXI™ LAN connectivity
- Fully integrated signal conditioning maximizes performance and accuracy
- Easily integrate thermocouples, voltages, RTDs, thermistors, frequency, strain and pressure on an per-channel basis
- Distributed, synchronized measurements over the wire
- Scalable architecture easily expands from tens to thousands of channels
- DC version available for test cells requiring closer proximity to test article
- End-to-end self-calibration ensures optimum runtime performance
- Web-based access for monitoring and control
- Exlab turnkey software for simplified setup, control and data display
- Combine up to 12 fail-safe building blocks, dual SPDT, SP4T, SP6T, or transfer switch in a compact 1U footprint
- Front “pluggable” relays facilitate field maintenance
- Embedded web interface provides interactive utility to monitor and control relays from anywhere in the world
- Flexible API supports IVI and Linux development environments minimizing software investment
- LXI Trigger Event implementation provides seamless test synchronization with external devices
- Store up to 128 relay state configurations for quick recall, including an automatic power up state
- Define exclude lists to avoid setting an undesirable configuration
- Relay odometer tracks closures to facilitate preventative maintenance
VTI Instruments
VTI Instruments, an AMETEK Programmable Power brand, provides products and systems which are used to monitor and record data that characterizes the physical integrity and performance of aircraft, engines, and other large structures, as well as automate the functional testing of complex electronic systems. VTI Instruments is recognized as an industry leader with a reputation of providing reliable data, first time, every time. A sustained focus on innovation and technology enables customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity, while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability.
VTI Instruments has customers in over 30 different countries and in a wide variety of industries including aerospace, defense, power generation, automotive and consumer electronics.
Contact Details
AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc. (VTI Instruments) − San Diego
9250 Brown Deer Road, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
Phone: 858-450-0085
Fax: 858-458-0267
Email: sales.ppd@ametek.com for general inquiries
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