NI PXLE-1073

Description

NI PXLE – 1073 Product Description

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NI PXLE-1073

Product introduction

The NI PXLE-1073 is a robust and high – performance PXI Express chassis developed by National Instruments (NI), a leading provider in the field of test, measurement, and automation. As the foundation of a PXI Express – based system, the PXLE-1073 provides the essential infrastructure for integrating a wide range of PXI Express modules, enabling the creation of customized and powerful measurement and control systems.

With 18 slots, including 2 dedicated system slots and 16 peripheral slots, the NI PXLE-1073 offers ample space for accommodating various modules such as data acquisition cards, signal conditioning modules, and embedded controllers. Its support for the x8 Gen 3 PXI Express bus ensures lightning – fast data transfer rates, facilitating seamless communication between modules. The redundant power supplies and advanced forced – air cooling system with variable – speed fans guarantee stable and reliable operation even under heavy workloads. Whether in industrial automation, aerospace testing, or research laboratories, the PXLE-1073 serves as a reliable platform for building complex and efficient measurement and automation solutions.

Core advantages and technical highlights

Abundant Slot Capacity: The NI PXLE-1073‘s 18 – slot design provides significant flexibility for system expansion and customization. The 16 peripheral slots can house a diverse array of PXI Express modules, allowing users to tailor the system to their specific application requirements. For example, in a large – scale industrial monitoring project, multiple data acquisition modules, digital I/O modules, and communication modules can be installed simultaneously to handle various measurement and control tasks. The 2 dedicated system slots ensure optimal performance and communication for the system – critical components, enhancing the overall stability of the system.

High – speed Data Transfer: By supporting the x8 Gen 3 PXI Express bus, the PXLE-1073 enables extremely fast data transfer speeds. In applications where large amounts of data need to be processed in real – time, such as high – speed imaging or complex signal analysis, this high – speed data transfer capability reduces latency and improves system responsiveness. It allows for seamless integration of high – performance modules, ensuring that data can be transferred quickly and accurately between different components of the system.

Reliable and Redundant Design: The redundant power supplies of the NI PXLE-1073 are a key feature that enhances system reliability. In the event of a power supply failure, the redundant unit automatically takes over, preventing system downtime and data loss. The forced – air cooling system with variable – speed fans adjusts the cooling performance based on the system load, ensuring that the installed modules operate within their optimal temperature range. This reliable design makes the PXLE-1073 suitable for use in mission – critical applications where continuous and stable operation is essential.

Convenient Management and Configuration: The PXLE-1073 features Ethernet and USB interfaces for easy remote management and local configuration. Engineers can monitor and control the chassis and its installed modules from a remote location using the Ethernet interface, which is especially useful for large – scale systems distributed across multiple sites. The USB ports allow for quick and straightforward local configuration, reducing the time and effort required for system setup and maintenance.

NI PXLE-1073

Typical application scenarios

In industrial automation, the NI PXLE-1073 is widely used for building comprehensive factory – floor control systems. In a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant, it can house a combination of data acquisition modules to monitor process parameters like temperature, pressure, and flow rate, digital I/O modules to control valves and motors, and communication modules to interface with the plant’s supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system. The high – speed data transfer and reliable operation of the PXLE-1073 ensure accurate process control and quality monitoring, enabling the production of high – quality pharmaceutical products.

In the aerospace industry, the PXLE-1073 plays a crucial role in aircraft component testing and flight simulation. It can be configured with various modules to simulate different flight conditions and test the performance and reliability of aircraft components such as engines, avionics systems, and landing gear. The abundant slot capacity allows for the integration of multiple specialized modules, while the high – speed data transfer ensures real – time data acquisition and analysis, which is essential for ensuring the safety and performance of aerospace products.

In research laboratories, especially those focused on advanced scientific research and development, the NI PXLE-1073 provides a flexible platform for building customized measurement systems. For example, in a physics experiment involving the detection and analysis of high – energy particles, the PXLE-1073 can house data acquisition modules to capture signals from detectors, signal processing modules to analyze the data, and communication modules to transmit the results to other research facilities. Its reliable design and high – speed data transfer capabilities support the complex and demanding requirements of scientific research.

Related model recommendations

1. NI PXLE-1085: A larger – capacity PXI Express chassis with more slots compared to the PXLE-1073. It is suitable for applications that require an even greater number of module integrations, such as in large – scale industrial control systems or multi – channel research experiments where a high degree of customization and expansion is needed.
2. NI PXIe – 1062Q: A more compact PXI Express chassis, ideal for applications with limited space requirements. It can be used as an alternative or in addition to the PXLE-1073in scenarios where a smaller – scale system is sufficient, such as in educational laboratories or portable measurement setups.
3. NI PXLE-1075: Similar to the PXLE-1073but with enhanced power – handling capabilities. It can be used in applications that demand more power – intensive modules or require a higher level of power redundancy, ensuring stable operation even under heavy power loads.
4. NI PXIe – 1082: This chassis offers advanced cooling features, making it suitable for applications where the installed modules generate a significant amount of heat. It can be used in conjunction with the PXLE-1073in systems that need to handle high – performance modules with high power consumption, ensuring optimal thermal management.
5. NI PXLE-1065: A cost – effective PXI Express chassis option. It provides a basic set of features for users who have budget constraints but still require a reliable platform for integrating PXI Express modules. It can be considered as an entry – level alternative to the PXLE-1073for less demanding applications.

Installation, commissioning and maintenance instructions

Installation preparation: Before installing the NI PXLE-1073, choose a suitable location that meets the environmental requirements, ensuring proper ventilation and protection from dust, moisture, and electromagnetic interference. Ensure that the power source available at the installation site is within the supported 100 – 240 VAC range. Use appropriate lifting equipment due to the chassis’s weight of approximately 22.7 kg. When inserting modules into the PXLE-1073, make sure to align them correctly with the slots and firmly seat them to ensure proper electrical connections. Connect all necessary cables, including power cables, Ethernet cables, and any other communication cables, according to the wiring diagrams provided in the product manual.

Maintenance suggestions: Regularly check the status indicators on the PXLE-1073 to monitor its operation, including the power supply status, fan speed, and module communication. Clean the air vents of the chassis regularly to prevent dust accumulation, which can affect the cooling efficiency and lead to overheating of the installed modules. Periodically update the firmware of the chassis to ensure compatibility with the latest PXI Express modules and to benefit from performance improvements and bug fixes. In case of any abnormal behavior, such as module communication errors or power – related issues, first check the cable connections, power supply, and module installation. If the problem persists, refer to the troubleshooting guide in the product manual. When replacing any components, use only genuine NI parts to ensure the reliability and performance of the PXLE-1073.

Service and guarantee commitment

We have full confidence in the quality and reliability of the NI PXLE-1073. The product comes with a comprehensive warranty that covers any manufacturing defects. During the warranty period, if the chassis fails to function as specified, we will repair or replace it free of charge. Our dedicated technical support team is available around – the – clock to assist customers with installation, commissioning, and any technical issues that may arise. We offer a wide range of online resources, including detailed user manuals, software drivers, and application notes, to help users make the most of the PXLE-1073. Additionally, we are committed to continuous product improvement and regularly release firmware updates and technical enhancements to ensure that the PXLE-1073 remains a leading – edge solution in the PXI Express chassis market, providing our customers with long – lasting and reliable performance for their measurement and automation needs.