Product Introduction
The NI PXIe-1075 is a high-performance 18-slot PXI Express chassis designed for automated test, modular instrumentation, RF validation, semiconductor testing, and high-speed data acquisition. Built with the PXI Express architecture, the PXIe-1075 delivers high-bandwidth communication, advanced timing resources, and flexible system expansion for demanding engineering applications.
Supporting a broad range of PXI and PXI Express modules, the PXIe-1075 enables engineers to build scalable measurement systems incorporating oscilloscopes, digitizers, RF analyzers, signal generators, switch modules, SMUs, DAQ modules, and FlexRIO hardware within one synchronized platform.
Product Overview
The PXIe-1075 is a full-size PXI Express chassis that provides eighteen slots for modular instrumentation, including a dedicated system controller slot and multiple hybrid-compatible peripheral slots. Designed for laboratory research, production testing, and industrial automation, the chassis offers high-speed PCI Express communication while maintaining backward compatibility with many PXI modules.
Integrated synchronization resources, trigger buses, and system timing simplify the construction of complex automated test systems requiring deterministic operation and precise synchronization across multiple instruments.
Key Features
18-Slot Modular PXI Express Platform
The PXIe-1075 provides eighteen expansion slots for flexible modular system configuration.
- 18-slot chassis architecture
- Dedicated controller slot
- Hybrid-compatible peripheral slots
- Large system capacity
- Scalable instrumentation platform
Advantage: Supports complex automated test systems with multiple synchronized instruments.
High-Bandwidth PXI Express Backplane
The integrated PXI Express backplane delivers fast communication between modules.
- PCI Express technology
- High data throughput
- Low-latency communication
- Fast module interaction
- Reliable system performance
Advantage: Supports high-speed digitizers, RF instruments, and large-volume data acquisition.
Integrated Timing and Synchronization
Built-in timing resources synchronize all installed PXI Express instruments.
- 10 MHz reference clock
- PXI trigger bus
- Star trigger support
- System synchronization
- Deterministic timing
Advantage: Ensures precise coordination between multiple measurement and generation modules.
Hybrid Slot Compatibility
Supports both PXI Express and compatible PXI hybrid modules.
- PXI Express modules
- Hybrid-compatible modules
- Flexible system expansion
- Legacy hardware support
- Future-ready architecture
Advantage: Protects existing PXI hardware investments while supporting next-generation PXIe modules.
Industrial-Grade Chassis Design
Designed for continuous operation in laboratory and production environments.
- Efficient cooling system
- Reliable power supply
- Industrial construction
- Long-term stability
- Low maintenance
Advantage: Supports continuous automated testing with dependable system reliability.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PXI Express Chassis |
| Number of Slots | 18 Slots |
| Controller Slot | 1 Dedicated System Controller Slot |
| Peripheral Slots | 17 PXI Express / Hybrid-Compatible Slots |
| Backplane | PXI Express |
| Communication | PCI Express |
| Timing Resources | 10 MHz Reference Clock, PXI Trigger Bus, Star Trigger |
| Compatible Modules | PXI Express and Hybrid PXI Modules |
| Compatible Controllers | PXIe Embedded Controllers and MXI-Express Remote Controllers |
| Cooling | Integrated Forced-Air Cooling |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 55 °C |
Software Ecosystem
The PXIe-1075 supports the complete National Instruments software ecosystem for automated testing and modular instrumentation.
- LabVIEW – Graphical development for automated measurement systems.
- TestStand – Production test sequence development and execution.
- NI MAX – Hardware discovery, configuration, and diagnostics.
- NI System Configuration – PXI system management.
- NI Device Drivers – Supports installed PXI Express instruments.
- Python, C/C++, C#, and .NET – Available through NI driver libraries.
Industries
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
- Semiconductor Testing
- Wireless Communications
- Aerospace and Defense
- Electronics Manufacturing
- Automotive Electronics
- Research Laboratories
- Industrial Automation
Applications
Automated Test Systems
Build large-scale automated measurement platforms with synchronized PXI instruments.
- Production testing
- Functional verification
- Automated validation
- System integration
RF and Wireless Testing
Support synchronized RF signal generation and analysis.
- 5G testing
- Wireless validation
- Spectrum analysis
- RF characterization
Semiconductor Validation
Create modular validation systems for integrated circuits and electronic devices.
- Mixed-signal testing
- Wafer validation
- Production verification
- Device characterization
High-Speed Data Acquisition
Acquire synchronized measurements from multiple high-speed instruments.
- Oscilloscopes
- Digitizers
- DAQ systems
- Signal analysis
Comparison with Similar Products
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
| NI PXIe-1075 | 18-slot PXI Express chassis for large automated test systems. | Large modular PXIe systems |
| NI PXIe-1095 | Newer 18-slot PXI Express chassis with higher backplane bandwidth. | High-performance PXIe systems |
| NI PXIe-1092 | 8-slot PXI Express chassis for compact systems. | Medium-size modular systems |
| NI PXIe-1088 | High-performance 8-slot PXI Express chassis with enhanced bandwidth. | Compact high-speed applications |
Recommended Related Products
| NI PXIe-8861 | Embedded PXI Express controller for high-performance systems. |
| NI PXIe-8522 | PXI Express remote controller for host PC connectivity. |
| NI PXIe-5164 | High-speed PXI Express oscilloscope. |
| NI PXIe-6378 | High-performance multifunction DAQ module. |
| NI PXIe-5840 | Vector Signal Transceiver for advanced RF testing. |
Why Choose PXIe-1075?
- 18-slot high-capacity PXI Express chassis
- High-bandwidth PCI Express backplane
- Integrated timing and synchronization resources
- Supports PXI Express and hybrid-compatible modules
- Reliable industrial cooling and power design
- Compatible with embedded and remote controllers
- Ideal for semiconductor, RF, and automated testing
- Fully supported by the NI software ecosystem
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PXIe-1075 primarily used for?
The PXIe-1075 is designed for large-scale automated test systems, RF validation, semiconductor testing, modular instrumentation, and high-speed data acquisition applications.
Which controllers are compatible with the PXIe-1075?
The chassis supports NI PXIe embedded controllers, such as the PXIe-8861 series, as well as MXI-Express remote controllers including the PXIe-8522 for host PC connectivity.
Which software supports the PXIe-1075?
The PXIe-1075 is compatible with LabVIEW, TestStand, NI MAX, NI System Configuration, and all National Instruments device drivers supporting installed PXI Express modules.
Conclusion
The NI PXIe-1075 18-Slot PXI Express Chassis provides a reliable, scalable platform for building advanced automated test and measurement systems. With its high-bandwidth PXI Express backplane, integrated synchronization resources, hybrid slot compatibility, and seamless integration with the National Instruments software ecosystem, the PXIe-1075 is an excellent solution for RF testing, semiconductor validation, industrial automation, and high-speed modular instrumentation.
