PXI High Density Reed Relay Module 40-140A/141/143

• Highest Density Reed Relay Modules in PXI - Up To

100 Per Module
• SPST, DPST and SPDT Configurations
• High Reliability Pickering Ruthenium Reed Relays For
Maximum Performance - Suitable For Low Level Signals
• Fast Operating Speed 250µs Typical
• Pin Compatible With Alternative 40-145
Electro-mechanical Relay Modules
• Switch up to 150Volts, 1A with 20W Max Power
• Single PCB Construction With Leaded Relays
Allows Easy Maintenance
• VISA, IVI & Kernel Drivers Supplied for
Windows
• Supported by PXI or LXI Chassis
Choice of Signal Relay Types
• Supported by eBIRST ™ 40-140A/141/142/143 series modules are fitted with Reed Relays (Sputtered
Ruthenium Type) which are designed solely for high-end instrumentation
• 3 Year Warranty applications. They offer very long life to 1000 million operations, fast operate
time of 0.25ms and exceptional low level switching performance. Reed
Relays are hermetically sealed so ensuring consistent and stable contact
The 40-140A/141/143 range of high density switching resistance with long life. All of the reed relays used in our PXI modules
modules are available in Normally Open (SPST & DPST) are manufactured by our sister company Pickering Electronics:(www.
and changeover (SPDT) configurations. Connections are pickeringrelay.com).
made via a front panel 200-pin female connector. Electro-mechanical Relays (Palladium-Ruthenium, Gold covered) are
used in module series 40-145/146/148. They offer good general purpose
General purpose reed relays are suitable for the
performance, switching times of 3ms and are lower cost than instrumentation
construction of small switching networks, I/O port switching,
grade reed relays. Overall they offer a good general purpose choice.
for slaving switching larger relays or for operating external
Pin Compatibility. 40-140A & 40-145 series modules are 100% pin
devices such as lamps and solenoids.
compatible (except shielded types) so allowing use of either module type in
Range Description: your Test System.
• 40-140A 50, 75 or 100 x SPST Reed Relays. Exactly which type to select depends on your application, if in doubt please
• 40-141 50 x DPST Reed Relays. contact your nearest Pickering sales office.
• 40-143 48 or 64 x SPDT Reed Relays.

Supported by eBIRST A1.1

eBIRST switching system test tools simplify A1

C1.1

switching system fault-finding by quickly testing the C1

A1.2
C1.2 B1
system and graphically identifying the faulty relay. A2 A1
For more information go to: C2
A2.1
C1
pickeringtest.com/ebirst A3
C2.1
A2.2 B2
C3
C2.2 A2
High Density 200-pin Connector
A4 C2
We have a range of connector solutions for the 200 C4
pin connector used on the 40-140 series of modules.
ISSUE 12.1 APR 2018

A50.1
These include mating connectors, pre-made cable C50.1 B64
assemblies and cable assemblies that break out A100 A50.2 A64
the 200 conductors into more manageable 50-pin C100 C50.2 C64
transition connectors. Please refer to our web site
for more details or the Interconnection Solutions 40-140A-221 SPST 40-141-022 DPST 40-143-221 SPDT
Catalog. High Density Reed Relay Modules

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Specifications HD Reed Relay Module – 40-140A/141/143

Relay Type Mechanical Characteristics

The 40-140A range is fitted with ruthenium sputtered reed relays, Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card).
these offer very long life with good low level switching performance Module weight: 200g (40-140A-121).
and excellent contact resistance stability. Spare reed relays are 240g (40-140A-221)
built onto the circuit board to facilitate easy maintenance with 200g (40-141-022)
minimum downtime. 200g (40-143-221)
All reed relays are manufactured by our sister company Pickering 3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file formats are
Electronics: pickeringrelay.com available on request.
Connectors
Switching Specification
PXI bus via 32-bit P1/J1 backplane connector.
Switch Type: Ruthenium Reed Signals via front panel 200-pin female LFH connector, for pin outs
Max Switching Voltage: 150VDC/100VAC* please refer to the operating manual.
Max Power: 20W (SPST & DPST) Operating/Storage Conditions
3W (SPDT)
Operating Conditions
Max Switch Current: 1A (SPST & DPST)
0.25A (SPDT) Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
Humidity: Up to 90% non-condensing
Max Carry Current: 1A
Altitude: 5000m
Initial On Path Resistance: <500mΩ (300mΩ typical)
Storage and Transport Conditions
Off Path Resistance: >109Ω Storage Temperature: -20°C to +75°C
Operate Time: <0.5ms, 0.25ms typical Humidity: Up to 90% non-condensing
Release Time: <0.5ms, 0.25ms typical Altitude: 15000m
Expected Life PXI & CompactPCI Compliance
Low power load: 1x109 operations The module is compliant with the PXI Specification 2.2. Local Bus,
Full power load: >1x106 operations Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented.
* For full voltage rating, signal sources to be switched must be fully Uses a 33MHz 32-bit backplane interface.
isolated from mains supply and safety earth. Safety & CE Compliance
Power Requirements All modules are fully CE compliant and meet applicable EU
directives: Low-voltage safety EN61010-1:2010, EMC Immunity
+3.3V +5V +12V -12V EN61326-1:2013, Emissions EN55011:2009+A1:2010.
0 1400mA (typ 600mA) 0 0

RF Specification - In a 50Ω System (40-143)

Bandwidth (-3dB): 80MHz
Crosstalk (typical): 10kHz: -80dB
100kHz: -60dB
1MHz: -40dB
10MHz -20dB
Isolation (typical): 10kHz 90dB
100kHz: 70dB
1MHz: 50dB
10MHz: 30dB

40-140A-121 Module Side View

(75 x SPST Ruthenium Reed Relays)

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Ordering Information HD Reed Relay Module – 40-140A/141/143

Product Order Codes Support Products

50 x SPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays 40-140A-021 eBIRST Switching System Test Tool
75 x SPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays 40-140A-121 This product is supported by the eBIRST test tools which simplify
100 x SPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays 40-140A-221 the identification of failed relays, the required eBIRST tools are
50 x DPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays 40-141-022 below. For more information go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
48 x SPDT, Reed Relays 40-143-121 Product Test Tool Adapter
64 x SPDT, Reed Relays 40-143-221 All Types 93-002-001 Not Required
Product Customization Spare Relay Kits
Pickering PXI modules are designed and manufactured on our own Kits of replacement relays are available for the majority of
flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product control and Pickering’s PXI switching products, simplifying servicing and
enabling simple customization to meet very specific requirements. reducing down-time.
Customization can include: Product Relay Kit
• Alternative reed relay types 40-140A-021/121/221 91-100-015
• Mixture of reed relay types 40-141-022 91-100-005
• Alternative number of relays 40-143-121/221 91-100-025
• Different performance specifications For further assistance, please contact your local Pickering sales
All customized products are given a unique part number, fully office.
documented and may be ordered at any time in the future. Please
Mating Connectors & Cabling
contact your local sales office to discuss.
For connection accessories for the 40-140 series please refer
to the 90-002D 200-pin LFH Connector Accessories data sheet
where a complete list and documentation can be found for
accessories, or refer to the Connection Solutions catalog.

Pickering can supply mating

200-pin connectors and cable
assemblies to enable easy
integration of the 40-140
series of relay modules

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Chassis Compatibility
This PXI module must be used in a suitable chassis. It is compatible with the following chassis types:
• All chassis conforming to the 3U PXI and 3U Compact PCI (cPCI) specification
• Legacy and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express (PXIe) chassis
• Pickering Interfaces LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Chassis Selection Guide
Standard PXI or hybrid PXIe Chassis from any Vendor:
• Mix our 1000+ PXI switching & simulation modules with any
vendor’s PXI instrumentation
• Embedded or remote Windows PC control
• Real-time Operating System Support
• High data bandwidths, especially with PXI Express
• Integrated module timing and synchronization
Pickering LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis—only accept
our 1000+ PXI Switching & Simulation Modules:
• Ethernet or USB control enables remote operation
• Low-cost control from practically any controller
• LXI provides manual control via Web browsers
• Driverless software support
• Power sequencing immunity
• Ethernet provides chassis/controller voltage isolation
• Independence from Windows operating system

Connectivity Solutions
We provide a full range of supporting cable and connector solutions for all our switching products—20 connector families with 1200+
products. We offer everything from simple mating connectors to complex cables assemblies and terminal blocks. All assemblies are
manufactured by Pickering and are guaranteed to mechanically and electrically mate to our modules.

Connectors & Backshells Multiway Cable Assemblies RF Cable Assemblies Connector Blocks

We also offer customized cabling and have a free online Cable Design Tool that can
be used to create custom cable solutions for many applications.
Visit: pickeringtest.com/cdt to start your design.
Mass Interconnect
We recommend the use of a mass interconnect solution when an Interchangeable
Test Adapter (ITA) is required for a PXI or LXI based test system. Our modules are
fully supported by both Virginia Panel and MacPanel.

Pickering Reed Relays

We are the only switch provider with in-house reed relay manufacturing capability
via our sister company, Pickering Electronics. These instrument grade reed relays
feature SoftCenter® technology, ensuring long service life and repeatable contact
performance
To learn more, please go to: pickeringrelay.com

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Programming
Pickering provide kernel, IVI and VISA (NI & Keysight) drivers which are compatible with all Microsoft supported versions of Windows and
popular older versions. For a list of all supporting operating systems, please see: pickeringtest.com/os
The VISA driver is also compatible with Real-Time Operating Systems such as LabVIEW RT. For other RTOS support contact Pickering.
These drivers may be used with a variety of programming environments and applications including:
• Pickering Interfaces Switch Path Manager
• National Instruments products (LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Switch Executive, MAX, TestStand, VeriStand, etc.)
• Microsoft Visual Studio products (Visual Basic, Visual C+)
• Keysight VEE
• Mathworks Matlab
• Marvin ATEasy
• MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite
Drivers for popular Linux distributions are available, other environments are also supported, please contact Pickering with specific enquiries.
We provide Soft Front Panels (SFPs) for our products for familiarity and manual control, as well as comprehensive documentation and
example programs to help you develop test routines with ease.
To learn more about software drivers and development environments, please go to: pickeringtest.com/software

Signal Routing Software

Our signal routing software, Switch Path Manager, automatically selects and energizes switch
paths through Pickering switching systems. Signal routing is performed by simply defining
test system endpoints to be connected together, greatly accelerating Test System software
development.
To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/spm

Diagnostic Relay Test Tools

eBIRST Switching System Test Tools are designed specifically for our PXI, PCI or LXI
products, these tools simplify switching system fault-finding by quickly testing the system
and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst

Pickering Interfaces maintains a commitment to continuous product development, consequently we reserve the right to vary from the description given in this data sheet.
Three Year Warranty & Guaranteed Long-Term Support
All standard products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against
defective materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of delivery
to the original purchaser. Extended warranty and service agreements are available for all our modules and systems with various levels to
suit your requirements. Although we offer a 3-year warranty as standard, we also include guaranteed long-term support—with a history of
supporting our products for typically 15-20 years. To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/support

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catalogs and product reference maps to assist when looking for the switching, simulation and cable and connector solutions you need.
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