NI PXIe-1082 PXI Express Chassis
The NI PXIe-1082 is an 8-slot PXI Express chassis designed for automated test, measurement, data acquisition, RF testing, and electronic validation applications. Developed by National Instruments, the PXIe-1082 provides a flexible modular platform for integrating PXI and PXI Express instruments into high-performance test systems.
The PXIe-1082 combines PXI Express backplane technology, advanced timing and synchronization capabilities, and reliable thermal management to support demanding engineering applications. It allows engineers to build scalable modular test systems with multiple measurement modules installed in a single chassis.
With support for a wide range of PXI Express modules, the PXIe-1082 is widely used in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor testing, communications validation, and industrial measurement applications.
Key Features of NI PXIe-1082
8-Slot PXI Express Chassis Architecture
The PXIe-1082 provides eight PXI Express slots for building flexible modular test and measurement systems.
- 8 PXI Express hybrid slots
- Supports PXI and PXI Express modules
- Modular system expansion
- Suitable for medium-scale test platforms
- Flexible instrument integration
High-Performance PXI Express Backplane
The PXIe-1082 provides high-speed communication between PXI Express modules for demanding measurement applications.
- High-speed PXI Express data transfer
- Low-latency module communication
- Improved system throughput
- Suitable for high-channel-count systems
Advanced Timing and Synchronization
The PXIe-1082 supports PXI Express timing and synchronization features required for precise measurement systems.
- Reference clock distribution
- Trigger synchronization
- Multi-module coordination
- Deterministic measurement timing
Reliable Thermal Management
The PXIe-1082 provides efficient cooling performance to support continuous operation of PXI Express modules.
- Optimized airflow design
- Supports high-performance modules
- Reliable long-term operation
- Industrial test environment support
Flexible PXI Express System Integration
The PXIe-1082 can be combined with PXI controllers and measurement modules to create complete automated test systems.
- PXI embedded controller support
- Remote control capability
- Multi-instrument integration
- Scalable test architecture
Applications of NI PXIe-1082
Automated Test Systems
The PXIe-1082 provides a modular hardware platform for automated testing applications.
- Production testing
- Functional verification
- Electronic validation
- ATE systems
RF and Wireless Testing
The PXIe-1082 supports RF measurement systems using PXI Express RF instruments.
- Wireless communication testing
- RF signal analysis
- Transmitter and receiver validation
- 5G and communication testing
Data Acquisition and Signal Analysis
The PXIe-1082 provides a scalable platform for high-speed measurement and signal processing applications.
- High-speed digitization
- Sensor measurement
- Signal analysis
- Engineering validation
Semiconductor Test
The PXIe-1082 can support modular semiconductor test architectures requiring multiple PXI instruments.
- Device characterization
- Production validation
- Electrical testing
- ATE development
Software Support
The PXIe-1082 integrates with National Instruments software platforms for automated measurement and test development.
- LabVIEW
- TestStand
- NI Measurement Studio
- NI MAX
Technical Specifications of PXIe-1082
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PXI Express Chassis |
| Slot Count | 8 PXI Express Slots |
| Platform | PXI Express |
| Module Support | PXI / PXI Express Modules |
| Applications | Automated test, RF test, data acquisition, electronic validation |
Comparison with Similar PXI Express Chassis
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
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NI PXIe-1082 | 8-slot PXI Express chassis designed for medium-scale automated test and measurement systems. | General PXI Express testing and measurement |
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NI PXIe-1085 | High-performance PXI Express chassis with increased bandwidth for demanding applications. | Large-scale data acquisition and RF testing |
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NI PXIe-1086 | Advanced PXI Express chassis optimized for high-power modules and complex test systems. | Semiconductor and high-performance validation |
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NI PXIe-1090 | High-end PXI Express chassis designed for advanced modular instrumentation systems. | Large-scale automated testing |
Recommended Related Products
The following products are commonly used with the PXIe-1082 to build complete PXI Express automated test and measurement systems.
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NI PXIe-8880 | High-performance PXI Express embedded controller for complex automated test applications. |
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NI PXIe-8840 | PXI Express embedded controller for general-purpose test and measurement systems. |
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NI PXIe-5164 | PXI Express oscilloscope module for high-speed signal acquisition and electronic validation. |
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NI PXIe-6570 | PXI Express digital pattern instrument for semiconductor test applications. |
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NI PXIe-5842 | PXI Express Vector Signal Transceiver for advanced RF and wireless testing. |
Why Choose NI PXIe-1082
- Flexible 8-slot PXI Express platform
- Supports PXI and PXI Express instruments
- High-speed modular test architecture
- Reliable thermal and synchronization design
- Suitable for automated test applications
- Ideal for RF, data acquisition, and electronic validation systems
Conclusion
The NI PXIe-1082 PXI Express Chassis provides a flexible and reliable platform for engineers developing modular automated test and measurement systems.
With PXI Express performance, scalable slot expansion, synchronization capability, and compatibility with a wide range of NI PXI modules, the PXIe-1082 is an excellent choice for industrial testing, RF validation, semiconductor test, and advanced measurement applications.


