Pickering Interfaces has expanded its range of PXI solid state switches with a 40-500 matrix module.

It is a 64x4 solid state switching matrix with the capability of hot switching voltages up to 60V. The 40-500 can sustain inrush currents of 1.5A for 100ms and continuously carry 0.5A on each cross-point switch.

The Y axis of the matrix is designed to support 3 A continuous current, allowing each Y axis to be connected to multiple X connections carrying high currents on each cross-point.

The switch is suitable for handling AC or DC signals and occupies one 3U PXI slot. It uses a robust 78 way D Type connector for user connections.

It can be supported in any PXI chassis or can be supported in an LXI environment using Pickering Interfaces 60-100A Modular Switching Chassis.