The NI PXI-8336 is an interface module in the MXI-4 series developed by National Instruments (NI). It is mainly used to connect PXI/CompactPCI systems to external computing platforms or other PXI systems. The following is its detailed information:
- Basic Information
- Model: PXI-8336
- Series: MXI-4
- Part Number: Usually sold as part of the PXI-PCI 8330 kit (Part No.: 777942-01).
- Product Type: PXI-to-PCI/PCI-to-PXI interface module
- Form Factor: 3U PXI single-width module.
- Technical Specifications
- Data Transfer Rate: 1.5 Gbit/s (serial data rate via MXI-4 interface).
- Connection Media: Supports fiber-optic cable.
- Maximum Cable Length: The available lengths of MXI-4 fiber-optic cables are 10m, 30m, and 200m.
- System Topology: Daisy-chain or star configuration.
- Power Consumption: +3.3V/0.25A; +5V/1.5A.
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F).
- Functional Features
- High-Speed Data Transmission: With a data transfer rate of 1.5 Gbit/s, it can realize fast data exchange between systems, meeting the needs of high-speed data transmission in test and measurement applications.
- Flexible Long-Distance Connection: Using fiber-optic cable connection, the maximum cable length can reach 200m, which enables remote control of PXI systems in physically separated environments and is suitable for scenarios where long-distance data transmission is required.
- Reliable Performance: Supports both 3.3V and 5V PCI signaling environments, and has functions such as retransmission and error checking, which can ensure the reliability of data transmission in harsh and electrically noisy environments.
- Application Fields
- Automated Test Systems: It can be used to connect host computers and PXI-based test stations to realize the automation of electronic product testing processes, such as board-level validation and component testing.
- Distributed Measurement and Control: In large-scale industrial production and scientific research experiments, it can connect geographically dispersed PXI data acquisition systems to realize unified data aggregation and centralized control, improving the efficiency and accuracy of the system.
