The Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-400 Mainframe Rack Mount Kit enables secure installation of the CT-400 VXIbus mainframe into standard 19-inch rack enclosures. This accessory kit ensures proper alignment and optimizes space utilization for modular test and measurement systems. The kit accommodates flexible mounting depths through adjustable flanges, allowing the mainframe to recess up to 10 inches or extend up to 5 inches from the rack face.
Technical Specifications
Mounting Architecture
• Designed for 13-slot C-size VXIbus mainframe (CT-400)
• Fits standard EIA rack enclosures (19-inch)
• Adjustable mounting depth: recessed to 10 inches or extended to 5 inches
• Hardware: 8-32 x 3/8″ flat head Phillips screws; 8-32 x 5/8″ button head Torx screws; T15 Torx driver required
Power Delivery (CT-400 Integrated)
• 1100 W usable power output
• All seven VXIbus supply lines protected to 1 A with self-healing fuses
• External supply access via rear panel
• UL, CSA, TUV approved power supply with short circuit, over-voltage, reverse voltage, and thermal shutdown protection
Thermal Management
• Pressurized plenum cooling system with baffling
• Designed for traditional instrument rack airflow conventions
– Key Features
Mounting Options
• Option 100: Adjustable rackmount flanges with handles for any-depth rack accommodation
• Option 101: VXIplug&play compliant adapter kit for standardized interface integration
• Option 103: Transparent front door for equipment protection with annunciator visibility
• Option 104: Hinged customizable front panel for direct connector mounting
• Options 105/106: Cable trays (1U and 2U depths) for front-to-rear cable management
Health Monitoring
• Over-temperature monitoring with rear-panel user outputs
– Compatibility & Integration
The kit integrates with the CT-400 13-slot C-size VXIbus mainframe, supporting modular instrument configurations. VXIplug&play adapter compatibility (Option 101) ensures standardized instrument integration. Cable management accessories facilitate multi-instrument rack deployments with organized signal routing.
