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Giga-tronics ASCOR ATE Switching Catalog

Product catalog summary

Overview

This document provides a comprehensive guide and product overview for various series of switching and driver modules used in VXI, PXI, and microwave test systems. It includes brochures, selection guides, and datasheets for multiple series, detailing their specifications, types, and applications.

1. Product Series and Documentation

  • 3000 Series (High Density) VXI: Includes brochures, selection guides, and datasheets.
  • 4000 Series (Scalable): Includes brochures, selection guides, and datasheets.
  • 4500 Series (Cable-less): Selection guides and datasheets.
  • 7000 Series (High Performance) PXI: Brochures, selection guides, and datasheets.
  • Tektronix VXI Replacements: Brochures and datasheets.
  • 8000 Series (Reconfigurable) Microwave: Brochures and datasheets.
  • 8800 Series (Modular) Microwave Platform: Brochures and datasheets.
  • 8900 Series (Reconfigurable) Microwave and Fiber Optic Switching: Brochures and datasheets.

2. 3000 Series Selection Guide

This series offers high-density modules including digital/driver, general purpose switches, matrices, multiplexers, power switches, resistance modules, and RF modules. Key parameters include bandwidth (up to 1.5GHz), voltage (up to 277VAC/110VDC), current (up to 20A), and special features such as relay drivers and programmable resistors.

3. 4000 Series Selection Guide

Scalable modules focusing on digital I/O, general purpose switches, matrices, multiplexers, power switches, and specialized star switches. Bandwidths reach up to 900MHz, voltage ratings up to 400VAC peak, and currents up to 20A.

4. 4500 Series Selection Guide

Cable-less modules including coaxial star matrices, 2-wire matrices, and coaxial switches designed for integration with Series 80 funnel systems. Bandwidths range from 25MHz to 900MHz, voltage ratings up to 200VDC/200VAC peak, and current ratings typically 1A.

5. 7000 Series Selection Guide

High-performance PXI modules including digital I/O, general purpose switches, matrix switches, multiplexers, and microwave switching platforms. Bandwidths up to 178MHz for matrices and up to 40GHz for microwave platforms, voltage ratings up to 380VAC, and currents up to 10A.

Critical Parameters and Recommendations

  • Bandwidth: Ranges from DC to 40GHz depending on series and module type.
  • Voltage and Current Ratings: Voltage ratings vary from 5V to 400VAC peak; current ratings range from milliamps to 20A.
  • Form Factor: Designed for VXI, PXI, or microwave platforms with shielded, coaxial, and cable-less options.
  • Connector Types: Include IDC, Airborn, SMB, SMC, SMA rotary switches, and SCSI connectors.
  • Customization: Some series offer software configurable matrices and custom microwave switching platforms.

Summary

This document serves as a detailed technical reference for selecting switching and driver modules across multiple series tailored for various applications including high-density, scalable, cable-less, high-performance, and microwave systems. It provides essential specifications such as bandwidth, voltage, current, and form factor to assist users in choosing appropriate modules for their test and measurement needs.

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3000 Series (High Density) VXI • Product Line Brochure • Selection Guide • Individual Datasheets Product Line Brochure • Selection Guide • Individual Datasheets • Selection Guide • Individual Datasheets 7000 Series (High Perf) PXI • Product Line Brochure • Selection Guide • Individual Datasheets • Product Line Brochure • Individual Datasheets 8000 Series (Reconfigurable) Microwave • Product Line Brochure 8800 Series (Modular) Microwave Platform • Product Line Brochure 8900 Series (Reconfigurable) Microwave • Product Line Brochure 8900 Series Fiber Optic Switching • Product Line Brochure

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High Density 3000 Series Switching Solutions - DC to Microwave upto4 single wide High Density switching modules. fnctw v-ill accommodate 3-4times products eliminating the need to build switching structures across boards reducing Bandwidth. Recommended uses ATE Applications - Ccrnpldmunbs anyotiiur ATE insrrunwnt technology LXL PM.Rack □ Built-in Resource Manger □ Low Noise and High Isolation □ Ultra-Quiet Power Supply □ Power Supply Indicators □ Visual and Audio Alarms uHi.ninii pr-jviiiu nit c+ af*lilMi in-J iwiiiinuK hdoti pvbniiiH RF-lrnEioMwi nri mrumrancri IBtl Hill Gdmral PurpDsa MOCUAS...

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Scalable 4000 Series Switching Solutions - DC to Microwave 6 single v-ide High Density iwitd-ihg, □ litsmal Analog Backplane - The 4000 teNet twitch cards □ GU Form Fnttcr - the 6U form factor number of relny; HI DJ PHI products eliminating the need tobuild switching structure; noon board; decrensng Bandwidth. Recommended uses; ATE Applications - Gxnplumunci any othnr □ Built-in Resource Manger D Hlgk&tgul Integrity Backplane □ Low Noire nnd High Isolation □ Power Supply Indicators □ VHUHI and Audio Alanre □ LabWindows Driver w/Source Sakctw QuUa: GLTKiral Purpose MockJu POVHT Swltdilng Modiiu...

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□ High Performance - Industry leading Performance from the 3000 and 4000 Series products brought to PXI Gga-trorics ASCORTs focus is performance over Shielded Reed Relays - provide not only a shield over the entre Relay contact area, but also brings out the shield contacts at both ends so that a con- tinuous shield can be maintained throughout the • Stripline PC Board design - creates a continuous 500 path from the connector, through the shielded relay and back to the connector. In this way, the Switch Card becomes an extension of the Cable Recommended uses ATI Applications - Complements any...

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Giga-tronics ASCOR offers a family of products to support Tektronix VXI users. QurTektronm Replacement Card b atrue drop-in replacement with full software and hardware compatibility for Tektronix VXI mod ule. Truly compatible functions a nd specifications were achieved i n the prod uct d evelopment efforts. We are the only company able to offer you fbrm-fit-fu nction bui It on superior design architecture. There are no special cables or adapters required. Our Tektronix Replacement cards offer: Register-based VXI versions which use PlugSPlay Software Drivers Message-based VXI versions (MRU InternaO...

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Recommended Uses • R&D Labs - Simple front panel re- configurability allows the switching to be easily customized to suit a specific • Test Lab* - Whenever Microwave testing is repeated such as Qualification or Environmental Testing. • Production Test - Especially in High Mix production environments where the Switching System needs to provide flexibility • Product Support - Re-configu rability allows various production test system s to be simulated in the Product Support shop on an MICROWAVE SWITCHING PRODUCTS Product Description TheGiga-tronics ASCOR Series 8000 line of switch products are based...

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MICROWAVE SWITCHING PRODUCTS 2U Half Rack Solutions Reliability lOMCydEi :-. \:-~,Vpmaki\ttMpon\tii.U\tifrt Hesened. Nltsfefiafc-xtthepropatj of th*rq)«1hi wren. | kenf3SI SI

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Modular Platform Modular Solutions Giga-tronics Modular solutions are about Serviceability and Scalability. The modular boxes contain the replaceable components. This solution provides the lowest Mean Time to Repairon the Market

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Series SSOO Platform Modular Platform □ Frontttur Doors-fold down for easy access to internal RF Cabling easily replaoedwhen re-tasking the bote. □ Removable Top Cover - Al lows access to internal cabl ing. (photo to the right] □ Center Section - Intended for running RF cabling ^ ith minimal bends to reduce insertion loss, but also provides ample space for RF Components such as Directional □ Modular BOMB* - Once RF cabl ing is d isconnected, the boxes can be replaced quickly to put the system back into service, and the defective component inthe box can be repaired offline. □ Cottrol Module*-The...

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Microwave Switching Chassis □ Built-in Resource Manger □ High Signal Integrity Backplane □ Low Noise and High Isolation □ Ultra-Quiet Power Supply □ Power Supply Indicators □ Visual and Audio Alarms □ La b Windows Driver w/Sou rce Reliability I CM cycles / Repeatability 0.03dB A 2U (3.5* high), recorrfigurable Microwave Switching chassis which comes with a LAN or IEEE-488 interface. The 8901 is the half rack unit pictured below, and the 8902 is the full size rack mount unit above. □ RF Re toys - con fig ura ble in a wide assortment of relay form factors, 1x2 to 1x12 with orwithout internal Reliability...

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GIGA-TRONICS POINT-TO-POINT SOFTWARE □ Just point and clickandthe software doses the appropriate relays □ Relay closure counter for preventative maintenance □ Path storage and recall to simplify test development □ Manual control with position indicator lights for Configuration Guidt* M km wave Switching Chassis 40 Control Channel Standard Relay Position Status Humidity (non-condensing) Raickmount Kits (Optional] las needad, Hm> ordar as front pand.l C241 iSkp-tnrt::■I■ rapxiltJ.iUI Flihrl: Fttmi iUItad™fc; it lh<prcpitvth*rcpsrl hi wtnenL \ tart HID

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RF & Microwave Switching Solutions Flexible Solutions The 6901 Half Racl^ and the 3902 Full Rack solution provides a flexible, easily re-configurable Microwave Switching solution. These units can be ordered fully or partially configured as required. Additional Relays can be added by the user as needed depending on the application. ASCOHEariosaSOl HllTRlrt. Typical Application! D R&D Labi - Simple front panel re-configurabi Irty allows the switching to be easily customized to suit a spedfic application. D T*st Lab? - Whenever Microwave testing is repeated such as Qualification or Environmental...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.