The National Instruments PXI-1006 is an 18-slot, 3U chassis delivering modular test and measurement capability for high-performance system integration. It combines a removable, field-serviceable power supply with advanced timing and trigger distribution, supporting configurations from single-module to high-density multi-module deployments. Built to PXI Specification Revision 2.0 and PXI Hardware Specification Revision 2.1, the chassis provides the synchronization precision and electrical headroom required for demanding test environments.
Technical Specifications
• Module Capacity: 18 PXI slots (1 system, 17 peripheral); maximum 4 lb per module
• Power Budget: 600 W usable output; 90–264 VAC input, 47–63 Hz
• System Clock: Independent PXI_CLK10 signal distributed to each peripheral slot; external clock derivation via P2 connector on star trigger slot
• Trigger Architecture: Three independent trigger buses with star trigger distribution; ≤1 ns skew between modules via line-equalization techniques; inter-segment routing capability
• Local Bus Connectivity: Available between peripheral slots (slots 1 and 2 excluded per PXI specification)
• Over-Current Protection: 10 A AC input breaker; 105–140% rated output current with automatic recovery on DC rails
• Remote Monitoring: 9-pin D-sub rear-panel interface for remote power inhibit and monitoring
– Key Features
• Removable modular power supply with integrated cooling; MTTR <5 minutes
• Universal AC input with auto voltage and frequency ranging
• Carrying handle for portable deployment; 19" × 17.5" × 7" footprint, 29.2 lbs
• Rack-mount compatible (optional kit: 778302-01)
• Operating temperature range 0–50 °C
– Typical Applications
Multi-module test systems requiring tight synchronization, automated test equipment (ATE), data acquisition and signal processing platforms, and production test stations in laboratory and field environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Accepts standard PXI and CompactPCI modules. Slot 1 designated as system controller slot; slots 1 and 2 operate without local bus connections per PXI specification.
