Product Introduction
The NI PXI-1036 is a compact 8-slot PXI chassis engineered for modular instrumentation, automated testing, industrial measurement, semiconductor validation, and laboratory research. Built on the industry-standard PXI architecture, the PXI-1036 provides reliable synchronization, integrated triggering resources, and flexible expansion capabilities for a wide range of automated measurement applications.
Designed to support National Instruments PXI controllers and modular instruments, the PXI-1036 enables engineers to integrate data acquisition devices, oscilloscopes, RF modules, switch modules, digital multimeters, and timing modules into one compact and synchronized measurement platform.
Product Overview
The PXI-1036 is an 8-slot PXI chassis featuring one dedicated controller slot and seven peripheral slots. Its compact footprint makes it an excellent choice for laboratory environments, production testing, research facilities, and industrial automation systems where installation space is limited.
The integrated PXI backplane distributes trigger signals and reference clocks across installed modules, allowing synchronized measurements and deterministic operation for automated testing and modular instrumentation.
Key Features
Compact 8-Slot PXI Architecture
The PXI-1036 provides eight modular slots within a compact chassis design.
- 8-slot chassis architecture
- Dedicated controller slot
- 7 peripheral module slots
- Compact installation footprint
- Flexible modular expansion
Advantage: Ideal for laboratory systems and compact automated measurement platforms.
Integrated PXI Backplane
The chassis includes an industry-standard PXI backplane for communication and synchronization.
- PXI communication bus
- Shared trigger bus
- Reference clock distribution
- Reliable synchronization
- Stable system operation
Advantage: Supports deterministic communication between installed PXI instruments.
Advanced Timing Resources
Integrated timing features simplify synchronized measurements.
- 10 MHz reference clock
- PXI trigger bus
- Star trigger support
- Low timing skew
- Hardware synchronization
Advantage: Enables precise coordination of multiple acquisition and generation modules.
Broad PXI Module Compatibility
Compatible with a wide range of National Instruments PXI instrumentation.
- DAQ modules
- Oscilloscopes
- Digitizers
- RF instruments
- Switch modules
- Digital multimeters
- SMUs
- Timing modules
Advantage: Provides a flexible platform for building customized automated test systems.
Reliable Industrial Design
Designed for continuous operation in laboratory and manufacturing environments.
- Forced-air cooling
- Reliable power supply
- Industrial construction
- Stable operation
- Long service life
Advantage: Ensures dependable performance during long-duration automated testing.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PXI Chassis |
| Architecture | PXI |
| Number of Slots | 8 Slots |
| Controller Slot | 1 Dedicated Controller Slot |
| Peripheral Slots | 7 PXI Peripheral Slots |
| Backplane | PXI Backplane |
| Timing Resources | 10 MHz Reference Clock, PXI Trigger Bus, Star Trigger |
| Compatible Controllers | PXI Embedded Controllers and MXI Remote Controllers |
| Compatible Modules | National Instruments PXI Modules |
| Cooling | Integrated Forced-Air Cooling |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 55 °C |
Software Ecosystem
The PXI-1036 integrates with the National Instruments software ecosystem for automated measurement and modular instrumentation.
- LabVIEW – Automated measurement and system control.
- TestStand – Automated production test management.
- NI MAX – Hardware discovery, configuration, and diagnostics.
- Measurement Studio – .NET and Visual Studio development.
- NI Device Drivers – Driver support for installed PXI modules.
- Python, C/C++, C#, and .NET – Supported through NI driver libraries.
Industries
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
- Industrial Automation
- Semiconductor Testing
- Wireless Communications
- Electronics Manufacturing
- Automotive Electronics
- Research Laboratories
- Education
Applications
Automated Functional Testing
Create compact modular systems for electronic product validation.
- Functional testing
- Quality control
- Manufacturing validation
- Automated inspection
Data Acquisition Systems
Acquire synchronized analog and digital measurements from multiple PXI modules.
- DAQ systems
- Sensor acquisition
- Signal monitoring
- Industrial measurements
RF and Electronic Measurements
Integrate RF analyzers, generators, and oscilloscopes into one synchronized platform.
- RF testing
- Spectrum analysis
- Signal generation
- Communication validation
Laboratory Research
Develop flexible modular instrumentation systems for engineering research.
- Scientific experiments
- Prototype validation
- Signal analysis
- Custom measurement systems
Comparison with Similar Products
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
| NI PXI-1036 | Compact 8-slot PXI chassis for modular instrumentation. | Compact PXI systems |
| NI PXI-1042 | 8-slot PXI chassis with higher system power capability. | General PXI applications |
| NI PXI-1045 | 18-slot PXI chassis for large-scale automated test systems. | Large modular systems |
| NI PXIe-1092 | PXI Express chassis offering higher PCI Express bandwidth. | High-speed PXIe applications |
Recommended Related Products
| NI PXI-8108 | Embedded PXI controller for compact PXI systems. |
| NI PXI-6259 | Multifunction PXI data acquisition module. |
| NI PXI-2596 | RF multiplexer switch module. |
| NI PXI-4071 | High-precision PXI digital multimeter. |
| NI PXI-4461 | Dynamic signal acquisition module. |
Why Choose PXI-1036?
- Compact 8-slot PXI architecture
- Integrated timing and synchronization resources
- Reliable PXI backplane communication
- Supports a wide range of PXI modules
- Compact design for limited installation space
- Industrial-grade cooling and reliability
- Compatible with the complete NI software ecosystem
- Ideal for laboratory, production, and automated measurement systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PXI-1036 primarily used for?
The PXI-1036 is designed for automated testing, industrial measurement, modular instrumentation, semiconductor validation, and laboratory research applications.
Which controllers are compatible with the PXI-1036?
The PXI-1036 supports National Instruments PXI embedded controllers and MXI remote controllers, enabling both standalone and host-controlled PXI measurement systems.
Which software supports the PXI-1036?
The PXI-1036 is fully supported by LabVIEW, TestStand, NI MAX, Measurement Studio, and National Instruments device drivers for installed PXI modules.
Conclusion
The NI PXI-1036 8-Slot PXI Chassis provides a compact and reliable platform for modular instrumentation and automated testing. With integrated timing resources, a robust PXI backplane, broad module compatibility, and seamless integration with the National Instruments software ecosystem, the PXI-1036 is an excellent solution for industrial automation, data acquisition, RF measurement, and laboratory research.
