MBoS, Modular Breakout System
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Section 1 - Technical Specification
MBoS Chassis Mounting Frame - 95-901
yChassis Mounting Frame for Modular
Breakout System
ySupports Modular Patch Panels
Optimised for Fault Insertion
yDesigned for Pickering PXI, Hybrid
Chassis & LXI Modular Chassis
ySupports Breakouts for Specific
Pickering FIU & Resistor Modules
yMany Breakout Options for Different
Current and/or Voltage Requirements
yCustomized Breakout Versions Available
to Match Specific Requirements
y3 Year Warranty
Designed to Simplify HILS Applications
Traditional HILS (Hardware In the Loop Simulation) features
signal switching for the purpose of injecting faults into a UUT
(Unit Under Test). In addition, a Breakout Box (BoB) is used to
make manual measurements as well as induce faults manually
prior to writing test code. The majority of the BoBs and FIU
systems available today are not modular and are fixed in
configuration, creating test solutions that are limited in scope.
In addition, they have cable configurations that are cumbersome
and in many cases expensive.
Modular in a Single Unit
The low-cost Modular Breakout System combines a BoB
feature set with the added flexibility of an FIU. By mating
the FIU chassis directly to the BoB, cabling is minimized,
creating a more compact reliable design and improving signal
integrity. In addition, all cables to the simulation system and
the UUT are located behind the front panel of the BoB. This
creates a simpler front panel that is less prone to damage.
MBoS System Definition
The MBoS system is based on two common mechanical
frameworks that, with an adaptor plate, can be configured
to suit different chassis types. To aid with selection, part
numbers are defined that include both the framework and
adapter plate. Once the framework has been selected (based
on the required chassis) the user selects the number and
type of breakout module(s) required. To ensure suitability
of the MBoS configuration it is recommended that the local
Pickering sales office is contacted to review the requirements.
Note, due to the physical size of the 18/19-slot chassis the
final right hand side slot in each chassis is not accessible
when used with the MBoS frame. This limitation is not
present on the 7, 8 or 14-slot chassis.
Breakout Modules
allow an easy
connection between
the FIU, Simulator
and UUT
To
Simulation
To UUT
To PXI
Module
The breakout modules are designed for all versions of the
associated module irrespective, for example, of the number
of channels. This commonality reduces spares inventory
and assists with product selection.
Choices for FIU and Breakout System Requirements
As the modular design uses PXI, users can take advantage
of Pickering’s large range of FIU modules - the largest in the
industry. This range of FIU modules is available in different
choices for channel count, fault buses, voltage and current.
Multiple FIU module types can be installed in a chassis. Go to:
pickeringtest.com/products/pxi-switching/fault-signal-insertion
to see the broad range of choices.
In addition, the Breakout modules are optimized for each FIU
module, so it is as customizable as the FIU system.
Modular
Breakout
System: MBoS
Chassis fitted with
an 18-Slot PXI Chassis
and Breakout Modules
