NI PXI-2586 Specifications

Topologies

• 10-SPST
• 5-DPST

Refer to the NI Switches Help for detailed topology information.

About These Specifications

Specifications characterize the warranted performance of the instrument under the stated operating conditions.

Typical Specifications are specifications met by the majority of the instrument under the stated operating conditions and are tested at 23 °C. Typical specifications are not warranted.

All voltages are specified in DC, ACpk, or a combination unless otherwise specified.

[!] Caution: Refer to the Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document for important safety and electromagnetic compatibility information. To obtain a copy of this document online, visit ni.com/manuals, and search for the document title.

[!] Caution: To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with shielded cables and accessories.

Input Characteristics

All input characteristics are DC, ACrms, or a combination unless otherwise specified.

• Maximum switching voltage: 300 V
• Channel-to-ground: 300 V, CAT II

Switching Power and Current

[!] Caution: The switching power is limited by the maximum switching current and the maximum voltage. For AC systems, switching power must not exceed 3 kVA. For maximum DC switching power, refer to Figure 1.

Maximum switching power (per channel)

• AC systems: 3 kVA (up to 60 Hz)
• DC systems: Refer to Figure 1

Note: Switching inductive loads (for example, motors and solenoids) can produce high voltage transients in excess of the module's rated voltage. Without additional protection, these transients can interfere with module operation and impact relay life. For more information about transient suppression, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code "induct".

Maximum current (switching or carry, per channel or common)

• Ambient temperature ≤45 °C: 12 A
• Ambient temperature >45 °C: Refer to Figure 2

• Simultaneous channels at maximum current: 2

Figure 1: Maximum Switching Power for DC Loads (per channel). This graph plots DC Voltage on the x-axis (10V to 300V) against Contact Current (Amps) on the y-axis (0.1A to 10A). It shows that as DC Voltage increases, the allowable Contact Current decreases, illustrating the power limit.

Figure 2: Maximum Current for Ambient Temperatures. This graph plots Ambient Temperature (°C) on the x-axis (0°C to 55°C) against Maximum Current (Amps) on the y-axis (0A to 14A). It shows that maximum current capacity decreases as ambient temperature rises above 23°C, with a specific derating curve for temperatures above 45°C.

DC Path Resistance

• Initial: ≤50 mΩ
• End-of-life: >100 mΩ

DC path resistance typically remains low for the life of the relay. At the end of relay life, the path resistance rapidly rises above 100 mΩ. Load ratings apply to relays used within the specification before the end of relay life.

• Minimum switch load: 12 V or 100 mA
• Bandwidth (-3 dB, typical at 23 °C) 50 Ω termination: ≥20 MHz

Crosstalk and Isolation

Crosstalk (typical at 23 °C, 50 Ω termination)

Isolation (typical at 23 °C, 50 Ω termination)

Module Load Derating

[!] Caution: A total power load greater than 400 A² × channels will damage the NI PXI-2586 under certain conditions.

Load derating is dependent on the sum of the current squared of each channel simultaneously carrying a signal. The result must be less than 400 A² × channels. The following formula represents this calculation:

∑ (I²_{channel N}) ≤ 400 A² × channels

Note: When operating at ambient temperatures >45 °C, refer to the derating chart in Figure 2 for the maximum allowed current per channel.

Example 1:

1 channel carries 8 A while 5 channels carry 6 A

(1 × 8²) + (5 × 6²) = 244 A² × channels

The module in Example 1 is acceptable since the result of the calculation is less than 400 A² × channels.

Example 2:

5 channels carry 5 A while 4 channels carry 9 A

(5 × 5²) + (4 × 9²) = 449 A² × channels

The module in Example 2 is not acceptable and will damage the module under certain conditions.

Dynamic Characteristics

• Maximum relay operate time: 15.4 ms

Note: Certain applications may require additional time for proper settling. Refer to the NI Switches Help for information about including additional settling time.

Expected relay life

• Mechanical: 1 × 10⁷ cycles
• Electrical:
  • 30 VDC, 10 ADC resistive: 1 × 10⁵ cycles
  • 30 VDC, 12 ADC resistive: 3 × 10⁴ cycles

Note: The relays used in the NI PXI-2586 are field replaceable. Refer to the NI Switches Help for information about replacing a failed relay.

For AC load contact lifetime, refer to Figure 3.

Figure 3: Contact Life for Resistive AC Load (Typical). This graph plots Breaking Capacity (kVA) on the x-axis (0.0 kVA to 4.0 kVA) against Operations (in powers of 10, from 10⁴ to 10⁷) on the y-axis. It illustrates that higher breaking capacity leads to a significantly reduced number of operational cycles before failure.

Trigger Characteristics

Input trigger

• Sources: PXI trigger lines 0–7
• Minimum pulse width: 150 ns

Note: The NI PXI-2586 can recognize trigger pulse widths less than 150 ns by disabling digital filtering. For information about disabling digital filtering, refer to the NI Switches Help.

Output Trigger

• Destinations: PXI trigger lines 0–7
• Pulse width: Programmable (1 μs to 62 μs)

Physical Characteristics

• Relay type: Electromechanical, single-side stable
• Relay contact material: Silver-Nickel
• I/O connector: 20 position, Positronic GMCT series plug
• PXI power requirement: 5 W at 5 V, 2.5 W at 3.3 V
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 3U, one slot, PXI/cPCI module, 21.6 × 2.0 × 13.0 cm (8.5 × 0.8 × 5.1 in.)
• Weight: 400 g (14 oz)

Environment

• Operating temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C

Note: Refer to Figure 2 for operating temperatures >45 °C.

• Storage temperature: -20 °C to 70 °C
• Relative humidity: 5% to 85%, noncondensing
• Pollution Degree: 2
• Maximum altitude: 2,000 m
• Indoor use only.

Shock and Vibration

• Operational Shock: 30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. Test profile developed in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F.)
• Random Vibration:
  • Operating: 5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 grms
  • Nonoperating: 5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 grms (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-64. Nonoperating test profile exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3.)

Diagrams

Figure 4: NI PXI-2586 Power-On State. This diagram shows the internal relay configuration at power-on. Channels CH0 through CH9 are each connected to a relay (K0 through K9) which is internally connected to a common terminal (COM0 through COM9, respectively).

Figure 5: NI PXI-2586 Connector Pinout. This diagram illustrates the pin assignments for the 20-position Positronic GMCT series plug. It shows the mapping between connector pin designators (e.g., C, F, K, N) and the module's channels (CH0-CH9) and common terminals (COM0-COM9).

Note: Letters in parentheses reference the pin designators of the connector.

Note: For topology-specific connection information, refer to your device in the NI Switches Help.

Accessories

Visit ni.com for more information about the following accessories.

Table 1. NI Accessories for the NI PXI-2586

[!] Caution: You must install mating connectors according to local safety codes and standards and according to the specifications provided by the connector manufacturer. You are responsible for verifying safety compliance of third-party connectors and their usage according to the relevant standard(s), including UL and CSA in North America and IEC and VDE in Europe.

Table 2. Third-Party Accessories for the NI PXI-2586

* Additional cover or enclosure required. See the previous safety caution.

† The Positronic Connector and backshell require Mating pins to front connector. Mating pins to front connector must be purchased separately.

Note: When using third-party accessories with the NI PXI-2586, always observe safety guidelines. For information about how to safely build a third-party connector and backshell, refer to the NI PXI-2585/2586 Connector and Backshell Kit Installation Guide located at ni.com/manuals.

Compliance and Certifications

Safety

This product meets the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:

• IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
• UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1

Note: For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online Product Certification section.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:

• EN 61326-1 (IEC 61326-1): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
• EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
• AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
• FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
• ICES-001: Class A emissions

Note: In the United States (per FCC 47 CFR), Class A equipment is intended for use in commercial, light-industrial, and heavy-industrial locations. In Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand (per CISPR 11) Class A equipment is intended for use only in heavy-industrial locations.

Note: Group 1 equipment (per CISPR 11) is any industrial, scientific, or medical equipment that does not intentionally generates radio frequency energy for the treatment of material or inspection/analysis purposes.

Note: For EMC declarations and certifications, refer to the Online Product Certification section.

CE Compliance

This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives as follows:

• 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
• 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)

Online Product Certification

To obtain product certifications and the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.

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