"The What's and Why's of PXI"
Twenty years ago this year, PXI was announced. Today PXI represents a $700M market with growth rates at or near double digits and with the expectation these standards will last a very long time. For more information on the 20 years of PXI success, read the article from EDN Network here: Read the Article
As a leading manufacturer of PXI switching and simulation modules we are happy to answer any of your questions on the "What's" and "Why's" of PXI.
The What: PXI, short for PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation, is a rugged PC-based platform that offers a solution for measurement and automation systems. It's modular instrument system is designed to take advantage of the fast data interfaces based on PCI and PCIe bus systems. The PXI system consists of 3 main components; PXI Chassis, The System Controller and The Modules. Click below to learn more about PXI and it's components.
The Why: With PXI you benefit from the low-cost, high-performance, and flexibility of the latest PC technology and the benefits of an open industry standard. PXI combines standard PC technology with the mechanical form/factor from the CompactPCI™ specification, and added integrated timing and triggering to deliver a rugged platform with major performance improvements compared to other test and measurement architectures. PXI's mechanical, electrical, and software features define complete systems for test and measurement, data acquisition, and manufacturing applications.
