Product Introduction
The NI PXIe-4135 is a high-performance PXI Express Source Measure Unit (SMU) designed for precision power sourcing and measurement applications. It combines programmable voltage and current generation with accurate measurement capability for semiconductor testing, electronic characterization, and automated test systems.
Featuring high-resolution sourcing and measurement, four-quadrant operation, programmable output control, and NI-DCPower software support, the PXIe-4135 provides engineers with a flexible solution for demanding device validation and production testing applications.
Product Overview
The PXIe-4135 belongs to the NI PXI Source Measure Unit product family and provides precision DC power sourcing and measurement capability in a PXI Express modular platform.
Unlike traditional power supplies and measurement instruments, an SMU combines voltage source, current source, voltage measurement, and current measurement functions into a single synchronized instrument.
With PXI Express high-speed architecture, advanced timing capability, and NI-DCPower driver integration, the PXIe-4135 enables scalable automated semiconductor, electronics, and research test systems.
Key Features
Precision Source Measure Unit Capability
The PXIe-4135 integrates sourcing and measurement functions into one PXI Express module.
- Programmable voltage sourcing
- Programmable current sourcing
- Voltage measurement
- Current measurement
- Integrated SMU operation
Advantage: Reduces system complexity by combining multiple power and measurement functions in one instrument.
High-Accuracy Voltage and Current Measurement
The PXIe-4135 provides precision measurement capability for sensitive electronic devices.
- High-resolution measurement
- Accurate DC characterization
- Low-noise measurement
- Stable long-term operation
- Reliable test results
Advantage: Enables accurate characterization of semiconductor and electronic components.
Programmable Power Output
The PXIe-4135 provides flexible programmable power generation for automated testing.
- Software-controlled output
- Adjustable voltage levels
- Adjustable current limits
- Automated power sequencing
- Device bias control
Advantage: Supports automated testing of devices requiring precise power conditions.
Four-Quadrant Operation
The PXIe-4135 supports both sourcing and sinking current operation.
- Source voltage
- Source current
- Sink current
- Bidirectional power control
- Advanced device characterization
Advantage: Enables testing of active and passive electronic devices under different operating conditions.
PXI Express High-Speed Architecture
The PXIe-4135 takes advantage of PXI Express technology for synchronized automated testing.
- High-speed PCI Express communication
- Hardware timing synchronization
- Multi-instrument coordination
- Fast test execution
- Scalable PXI system integration
Advantage: Improves throughput and performance in automated test environments.
NI-DCPower Software Support
The PXIe-4135 integrates with NI software tools for SMU control and automation.
- NI-DCPower driver support
- LabVIEW integration
- TestStand compatibility
- Automated measurement programming
- Multi-channel synchronization
Advantage: Simplifies development of complex power measurement applications.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PXI Express Source Measure Unit |
| Function | Voltage/Current Source and Measurement |
| Measurement Type | Precision DC Characterization |
| Operation Mode | Four-Quadrant SMU Operation |
| Interface | PXI Express |
| Driver | NI-DCPower |
| Programming Support | LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, .NET |
Software Ecosystem
The PXIe-4135 integrates with NI software platforms for automated power testing and semiconductor characterization.
- NI-DCPower: Provides SMU configuration, sourcing, measurement, and synchronization functions.
- LabVIEW: Enables graphical development of automated test applications.
- TestStand: Supports production test sequence automation.
- NI MAX: Provides hardware configuration and diagnostics.
- Python, C/C++, .NET: Supports custom software development.
Industries
- Semiconductor Testing
- Electronics Manufacturing
- Automotive Electronics
- Aerospace and Defense
- Research Laboratories
- Battery and Power Electronics
- Device Characterization
- Automated Test Equipment
Applications
Semiconductor Device Testing
The PXIe-4135 provides precise sourcing and measurement for semiconductor characterization.
- IC testing
- Device characterization
- Leakage current measurement
- Electrical parameter analysis
Electronic Component Validation
The module supports automated validation of electronic components.
- Component testing
- Power characterization
- DC performance analysis
- Design verification
Battery and Power Electronics Testing
The PXIe-4135 supports controlled power sourcing and measurement applications.
- Power device testing
- Battery research
- Charging/discharging analysis
- Energy system validation
Production Automated Testing
The PXIe-4135 integrates into PXI-based manufacturing test systems.
- High-volume production testing
- Functional verification
- Automated measurement
- Test throughput improvement
Comparison with Similar Products
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
| NI PXIe-4135 | Precision PXI Express SMU for voltage/current sourcing and measurement. | Semiconductor and electronic characterization |
| NI PXIe-4138 | Higher-performance PXI Express SMU with enhanced measurement capability. | Advanced semiconductor testing |
| NI PXIe-4139 | High-precision SMU designed for demanding power measurements. | Precision device characterization |
| NI PXI-4070 | PXI digital multimeter for precision electrical measurement. | Voltage, current, resistance measurement |
Recommended Related Products
| NI PXIe-1095 | PXI Express chassis for high-performance automated test systems. |
| NI PXIe-8880 | High-performance PXI Express controller. |
| NI PXIe-4138 | Advanced source measure unit for semiconductor applications. |
| NI PXI-4070 | Precision digital multimeter for PXI measurement systems. |
Why Choose PXIe-4135?
- Precision PXI Express SMU capability
- Voltage and current sourcing measurement
- Four-quadrant operation
- High-accuracy DC characterization
- NI-DCPower software support
- PXI Express high-speed integration
- Ideal for semiconductor and electronics testing
- Scalable automated measurement solution
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PXIe-4135 used for?
The PXIe-4135 is used for semiconductor testing, electronic characterization, precision power measurement, battery testing, and automated production test systems.
What software supports PXIe-4135?
The PXIe-4135 supports NI-DCPower, LabVIEW, TestStand, NI MAX, Python, C/C++, and .NET programming environments.
What is the difference between PXIe-4135 and a traditional power supply?
The PXIe-4135 combines programmable sourcing and precision measurement in one instrument, providing synchronized measurement capability required for automated test systems.
Conclusion
The NI PXIe-4135 Source Measure Unit provides a powerful PXI Express solution for precision voltage/current sourcing and measurement. With high-resolution measurement capability, four-quadrant operation, NI-DCPower software support, and PXI modular integration, it is an ideal choice for semiconductor testing, electronic validation, and advanced automated test applications.
