Product category: Board-Level Instruments
News Release from: Pickering Interfaces
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 12 February 2007
Pickering switch matrix
earns ACE nomination
Pickering Interfaces has been named a finalist in CMP Technology's EE Times third Annual Creativity in Electronics (ACE) Awards for Test and Measurement
Pickering Interfaces' model 40-581 Switch Matrix was selected due to its high density in terms of electrical cross points per module as well as the overall product strategy of providing cabling and verification tools which makes it easier for engineers to use Pickering Interfaces products as part of their test strategy.
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Keith Moore, Managing Director of Pickering Interfaces explained 'We are very excited about this award'.
'To me, it shows the imagination and forethought of our Engineering and Marketing staff'.
'We need to provide comprehensive product ranges to directly address our customer's applications and also give them the tools needed to make their job easier'.
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Solid state multiplexers offer flexible switching
Switching module family provides a perfect solution for low current and voltage applications where speed of operation, long service life and low contact bounce are essential
The Model 40-581 is claimed to be the world's highest density 1A two-pole switch matrix in a single slot PXI module.
The 40-581 can be used in any PXI chassis and is also fully supported by Pickering Interfaces 60-100 LXI Modular Switching Chassis.
Each switching module supports a matrix with up to 264 cross-point switches organised as a 33x8 matrix and can switch signals up to 150V, 1A and 60W.
The module is constructed using high reliability electromechanical relays that are particularly suited to more robust loads.
Maintenance down time is minimised through the use of leaded relays in preference to difficult to service surface-mount devices.
Repairs can be easily carried out by any competent service engineer without risking damage to other relays or having to return the module back to the manufacturer's factory or service center.
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