The Agilent/Keysight E1465A is a VXI relay matrix switch module that provides signal routing and switching control within VXI-based test systems. As a C-size, 1-slot, register-based module, it implements a 16×16 two-wire switching matrix capable of handling up to 1 A and 200 V across analog and digital test applications. The E1465A integrates legacy GPIB equipment into modern VXI architectures and supports expandable matrix configurations through chaining cables and interconnected terminal blocks.
Technical Specifications
• Module Configuration: C-size, 1-slot, register-based VXI module
• Matrix Topology: 16×16 two-wire relay matrix
• Switching Capacity: 1 A, 200 V
• Terminal Blocks: QUIC easy-to-use terminal blocks; replaceable for topology changes
• Channel List Management: Downloadable channel lists into onboard memory
• Crosstalk Performance (typical):
• Closed path to closed path: –78 dB (1 MHz), –57 dB (10 MHz), –41 dB (100 MHz)
• Open row to open row: –93 dB (1 MHz), –73 dB (10 MHz), –56 dB (100 MHz)
• Open row to open column: –84 dB (1 MHz), –63 dB (10 MHz), –47 dB (100 MHz)
• Open column to open column: –86 dB (1 MHz), –65 dB (10 MHz), –48 dB (100 MHz)
• AC Specifications: No more than one crosspoint closed per row or column
– Key Features
• Scalability: Rows and columns expand to larger matrix configurations using chaining cables
• High-Density Integration: Up to 3072 two-wire crosspoints in a fully populated E1401B 13-slot mainframe
• Modular Design: Four E1465A modules interconnected with 16 daisy-chain expansion cables create a 32×32 matrix
• Cross-Family Compatibility: Shares switch card with E1466A and E1467A modules; matrix topology determined by terminal block selection
• Field Reconfiguration: Terminal blocks obtainable separately to modify matrix topology without module replacement
– Typical Applications
• Complex signal routing in VXI test architectures
• Analog and digital test switching
• Legacy GPIB instrument integration
• Multi-channel signal management
– Compatibility & Integration
The E1465A row and column expansion capability enables interconnection with E1466A and E1467A modules. Expansion uses chaining cable P/N E1466-80002 for 16×32 configurations and supports larger custom matrix topologies within standard VXI mainframes.
