NI PXIe-8135

NI PXIe-8135

Product Introduction PXIe-8135 is a high-performance PXI Express embedded controller from National Instruments. The unit occupies the system controller slot of a PXI Express chassis, running Windows or real-time OS to control PXI and PXI Express modular instruments for automated test, data acquisition, and hardware-in-the-loop simulation systems. It provides multiple peripheral ports for connecting keyboards, displays, networks, and storage.

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NI PXIe-8135

Technical Specifications

  • Product type: PXI Express embedded controller
  • Processor: Quad-core Intel Core i7
  • Memory: Up to 8 GB DDR3
  • Storage: Hard drive / solid state drive
  • PXI bus: PXI Express system controller slot
  • Front ports: Dual Gigabit Ethernet, USB, DVI, GPIB, serial
  • OS: Windows / NI real-time
  • Supply: From PXI chassis backplane
  • Operating temperature: 0 °C to +55 °C
  • Storage temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
  • Humidity: 10 % to 90 %, non-condensing
  • Installation: PXI chassis controller slot
  • Cooling: Integrated chassis cooling
  • Certification: CE, UL

Functional Features

  • Quad-core high-performance embedded processor
  • PXI Express chassis system controller
  • Multiple built-in peripheral ports
  • Windows or real-time operating system support
  • LabVIEW and NI TestStand software integration
  • High-speed PXIe backplane data transfer
  • Multi-function modular instrument control
  • Built-in GPIB and serial ports
  • Dual Gigabit Ethernet for instrument and LAN
  • Long-term industrial continuous operation

Application Scenarios

  • Automated test system main controller
  • Hardware-in-the-loop simulation platform
  • Aerospace and defense rack test system
  • Automotive component automated test
  • Semiconductor production test equipment

Materials and Construction

  • Front panel: Metal panel
  • PCB: FR4 industrial computer board
  • Processor: Intel quad-core CPU
  • Memory: DDR3 SO-DIMM
  • Storage: Hard disk or SSD
  • Connectors: Ethernet RJ45, USB, DVI, GPIB
  • Heat: Integrated cooling fan assembly

Structural Features

  • PXI system controller slot form factor
  • Front panel with multiple ports and status LEDs
  • Integrated cooling fan module on front
  • Rear PXIe backplane connector
  • Internal CPU, memory, storage, and chipset
  • Hard drive vibration-mounting
  • Metal shielding panel

Working Principle The controller boots from internal storage into the operating system. It controls all PXI/PXIe modules in the chassis through the backplane PCI Express bus. User programs written in LabVIEW or TestStand call NI drivers to configure instruments, read measurements, and output stimulus. Peripheral ports connect to external displays, keyboards, networks, and GPIB instruments. The chassis fan provides forced-air cooling.

Installation Requirements

  • Insert into PXI chassis system controller slot with chassis power off
  • Connect monitor, keyboard, mouse, and network cable
  • Chassis rack mount with adequate ventilation space
  • Ambient temperature between 0 °C and +55 °C
  • Install device drivers and application software after power-up
  • Connect chassis protective ground
  • Leave sufficient clearance at front for fan intake and exhaust

Precautions

  • Do not remove controller while chassis power is on
  • Do not block chassis ventilation openings
  • Use anti-static precautions when handling the board
  • Replace system cooling filter periodically
  • Back up system image before major software updates
  • Store spare units in anti-static packaging
  • Hard disk is sensitive to shock; avoid dropping chassis during transport
  • Ensure proper rack airflow for reliable operation

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