NI PXIe-416 Series User manual

USER GUIDE
PXIe-416x Remote Sense
Resistor Accessory
Sense Resistor Accessory for the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163
This document explains how to install and use the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor
Accessory with a PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163 source measure unit (SMU)—collectively referred to
as the PXIe-416x—and includes PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory specifications.
The PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory is used to modify the behavior of the
PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163 SMU when the module is used in remote sense mode.
Read this document and the documents listed in the Additional Resources section about
installation, configuration, and operation of this product before you install, configure, operate,
or maintain this product. Users are required to familiarize themselves with installation and
wiring instructions in addition to requirements of all applicable codes, laws, and standards.
Caution Observe all instructions and cautions in the user documentation. Using
the product in a manner not specified can damage the product and compromise the
built-in safety protection. Return damaged products to NI for repair.
Attention Suivez toutes les instructions et respectez toutes les mises en garde de la
documentation d'utilisation. L'utilisation du produit de toute autre façon que celle
spécifiée risque de l'endommager et de compromettre la protection de sécurité
intégrée. Renvoyez les produits endommagés à NI pour réparation.
Notice This device is intended for use only with the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163 SMU.
For more information about the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163, refer to ni.com/manuals.
Contents
Icons.......................................................................................................................................... 2
Getting Started with the PXIe-4162/4163 Remote Sense Resistor Accessory......................... 2
Kit Contents and Other Equipment...................................................................................2
Installing the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory............................................2
PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory Specifications..................................................5
Definitions.........................................................................................................................6
Derating.............................................................................................................................6
Physical............................................................................................................................. 6

Environmental Guidelines.................................................................................................6
Compliance and Standards................................................................................................7
Additional Resources................................................................................................................ 8
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 9
Icons
Notice Take precautions to avoid data loss, loss of signal integrity, degradation of
performance, or damage to the model.
Caution Take precautions to avoid injury. Consult the model documentation for
cautionary statements when you see this icon printed on the model. Cautionary
statements are localized into French for compliance with Canadian requirements.
Getting Started with the PXIe-4162/4163
Remote Sense Resistor Accessory
Kit Contents and Other Equipment
Your kit includes an assembled PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory. In addition, you
will need the following items not included in your PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor
Accessory kit to install and use the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory.
• PXIe-4162/PXIe-41631
• Number 1 Phillips-head screwdriver
Visit ni.com for more information about the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163.
Installing the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor
Accessory
Complete the following steps to install the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory with
a PXIe-416x.
Before you begin, install the PXIe-416x in a chassis and ensure that all signals are
disconnected from the PXIe-416x if you have not already done so. Refer to the getting started
guide for your module at ni.com/manuals for installation instructions.
1. Connect the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory to the PXIe-416x.
a) Align the male D-SUB connector on the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor
Accessory and the female D-SUB connector on the front of the PXIe-416x and
attach.
b) Tighten the screws on the front of the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory
until the accessory is secured to the PXIe-416x.
1If you use the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory with a PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163, refer to
your module specifications at ni.com/manuals for pinout and signal information during installation.
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Figure 1. Installed PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory
2. Connect a compatible cable or connectivity accessory to the PXIe-416x Remote Sense
Resistor Accessory. Refer to your cable or accessory documentation for more
information.
Refer to the following pinouts for your respective module to make the appropriate connections
for your application.
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Figure 2. PXIe-4162 Pinout
CH1 Output HI
CH1 Sense HI
CH10 Sense LO
Calibration HI
CH10 Sense HI
CH10 Guard
CH10 Output HI
CH7 Guard
CH7 Sense LO
CH7 Output HI
CH7 Sense HI
CH0 to 11 Output LO
CH4 Guard
CH4 Sense LO
CH4 Output HI
CH4 Sense HI
CH1 Sense LO
CH1 Guard
CH0 Output HI
CH0 Sense HI
CH2 Guard
CH2 Sense LO
CH3 Output HI
CH3 Sense HI
CH5 Guard
CH5 Sense LO
CH6 Output HI
CH6 Sense HI
CH8 Guard
CH8 Sense LO
CH9 Output HI
CH9 Sense HI
CH11 Guard
CH11 Sense LO
CH0 Guard
CH0 Sense LO
NC
CH2 Output HI
CH2 Sense HI
CH3 Guard
CH3 Sense LO
NC
CH5 Output HI
CH5 Sense HI
CH6 Guard
CH6 Sense LO
NC
CH8 Output HI
CH8 Sense HI
CH9 Guard
CH9 Sense LO
NC
CH11 Output HI
CH11 Sense HI
62
61
60
59
56
55
54
57
50
49
48
51
45
44
43
46
20
21
19
18
17
14
13
12
15
8
7
6
9
10
3
2
1
4
42
41
40
39
38
37
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33
31
30
29
28
27
26
25
24
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22
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Figure 3. PXIe-4163 Pinout
CH2 Output HI
CH2 Sense HI
CH21 Sense HI
Calibration HI
CH20 Sense HI
CH21 Output HI
CH20 Output HI
CH15 Output HI
CH15 Sense HI
CH14 Output HI
CH14 Sense HI
CH0-23 Output LO
CH9 Output HI
CH9 Sense HI
CH8 Output HI
CH8 Sense HI
CH3 Sense HI
CH3 Output HI
CH0 Output HI
CH0 Sense HI
CH5 Output HI
CH5 Sense HI
CH6 Output HI
CH6 Sense HI
CH11 Output HI
CH11 Sense HI
CH12 Output HI
CH12 Sense HI
CH17 Output HI
CH17 Sense HI
CH18 Output HI
CH18 Sense HI
CH23 Output HI
CH23 Sense HI
CH1 Output HI
CH1 Sense HI
CH0-5 Sense LO
CH4 Output HI
CH4 Sense HI
CH7 Output HI
CH7 Sense HI
CH6-11 Sense LO
CH10 Output HI
CH10 Sense HI
CH13 Output HI
CH13 Sense HI
CH12-17 Sense LO
CH16 Output HI
CH16 Sense HI
CH19 Output HI
CH19 Sense HI
CH18-23 Sense LO
CH22 Output HI
CH22 Sense HI
62
61
60
59
56
55
54
57
50
49
48
51
45
44
43
46
20
21
19
18
17
14
13
12
15
8
7
6
9
10
3
2
1
4
42
41
40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
31
30
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
Uninstalling the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory
1. Disconnect any attached cable or connectivity accessory from the PXIe-416x Remote
Sense Resistor Accessory.
2. Loosen the screws on the front of the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory and
detach the accessory from the front of the PXIe-416x.
PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory
Specifications
These specifications apply to the PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory for use with
the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163.
The PXIe-4162 is a 12-Channel, ±24 V, 100 mA SMU, and the PXIe-4163 is a
24-Channel, ±24 V, 50 mA SMU. Refer to the module specifications at ni.com/manuals for
more information.
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Definitions
Warranted specifications describe the performance of a model under stated operating
conditions and are covered by the model warranty.
Characteristics describe values that are relevant to the use of the model under stated operating
conditions but are not covered by the model warranty.
•Typical specifications describe the performance met by a majority of models.
•Nominal specifications describe an attribute that is based on design, conformance testing,
or supplemental testing.
Specifications are Nominal unless otherwise noted.
Derating
Remote Sense
Maximum sense lead resistance 100 Ω
Maximum force lead drop 1 V
Voltage accuracy Add 200 μV to the accuracy specification for
your respective module when using the
PXIe-416x Remote Sense Resistor Accessory.
Load Regulation
Voltage Add 300 μV/mA to the accuracy specification
for your respective module at the output
connector pins of the connected PXIe-416x
Remote Sense Resistor Accessory when using
local sense configuration.
Physical
Dimensions 8 mm × 72 mm × 16 mm
(2.9 in. × 2.8 in. × 0.6 in.)
Weight 89 g (3.15 oz)
Environmental Guidelines
Notice This model is intended for use in indoor applications only.
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Environmental Characteristics
Temperature and Humidity
Temperature
Operating
Chassis with slot cooling
capacity ≥58 W2
0 °C to 55 °C
All other compatible chassis 0 °C to 40 °C
Storage -40 °C to 71 °C
Humidity
Operating 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Storage 5% to 95%, noncondensing
Pollution Degree 2
Maximum altitude 2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient temperature)
Compliance and Standards
Environmental Management
NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible
manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is
beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.
For additional environmental information, refer to the Commitment to the Environment web
page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives
with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this
document.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
EU Customers At the end of the product life cycle, all NI products must be
disposed of according to local laws and regulations. For more information about
how to recycle NI products in your region, visit ni.com/environment/weee.
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ni.com/environment/rohs_china。(For information about China RoHS
compliance, go to ni.com/environment/rohs_china.)
2Not all chassis with slot cooling capacity ≥58 W can achieve this ambient temperature range. Refer
to PXI chassis specifications to determine the ambient temperature ranges your chassis can achieve.
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CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as follows:
• 2011/65/EU; Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Export Compliance
This product is subject to control under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR
Part 730 et. seq.) administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and
Security (BIS) (www.bis.doc.gov) and other applicable U.S. export control laws and sanctions
regulations. This product may also be subject to additional license requirements of other
countries' regulations.
Additionally, this product may also require export licensing before being returned to NI. The
issuance of a Return Material Authorization (RMA) by NI does not constitute export
authorization. The user must comply with all applicable export laws prior to exporting or re-
exporting this product. See ni.com/legal/export-compliance for more information and to
request relevant import classification codes (e.g. HTS), export classification codes (e.g.
ECCN), and other import/export data.
Product Certifications and Declarations
Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory compliance
information. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for NI products, visit ni.com/
product-certifications, search by model number, and click the appropriate link.
Additional Resources
Visit ni.com/manuals for information about the PXIe-4162/PXIe-4163 and the following
resources:
• The getting started guide for your module:
–PXIe-4162 Getting Started Guide
–PXIe-4163 Getting Started Guide
• The specifications for your module:
–PXIe-4162 Specifications
–PXIe-4163 Specifications
•NI DC Power Supplies and SMUs Help
•PXIe-4162/4163 Calibration Procedure
• The safety, environmental, and regulatory information for your module:
–PXIe-4162 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information
–PXIe-4163 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information
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Worldwide Support and Services
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