Description
NI PXI-2520 (NI 2520) Matrix Relay Card
Dynamic Characteristics
Relay Operate Time4
………………………………………………………….. Typical 1 ms
………………………………………………………….. Maximum 3 ms
…………………………………………………………………. Expected mechanical relay life 1×108
cycles
Expected electrical relay life
………………………………………………………….. 30 V, 1 A 5×105
cycles
………………………………………………………….. 30 V, 2 A 1×105
cycles
Physical Characteristics
…………………………………………………………………. Relay type Electromechanical, non-latching
…………………………………………………………………. Relay contact material Palladium-ruthenium, gold covered
…………………………………………………………………. Front panel connector 160 DIN 41612, 160 positions, male
Power requirement
PXI
…………………………………………………… 5 V, typical 6.6 W
…………………………………………………… 3.3 V, typical 0.48 W
…………………………………………………………………. Dimensions (L × W × H) 3U, one slot, PXI/cPCI module, 18.8 cm ×
2.0 cm × 13.0 cm (7.4 in. × 0.8 in. × 5.1 in.)
…………………………………………………………………. Weight 358 g (12.6 oz)
Caution This module is rated for Measurement Category I and intended to carry signal voltages no greater than 150 V. This module can withstand up to 500 V impulse voltage. Do not use this module for connection to signals or for measurements within Categories II, III, or IV. Do not connect to MAINs supply circuits (for example, wall outlets) of 115 or 230 VAC.