Pickering 50-110A User manual

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PCI Reed Relay Card
50-110A/115A User Manual

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Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice.
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of three years, excluding programmable power supplies, from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Any product
found to be defective within this period will, at the discretion of Pickering Interfaces be repaired or replaced.
Products serviced and repaired outside of the warranty period are warranted for ninety days.
Extended warranty and service are available. Please contact Pickering Interfaces by phone, the website or via e-mail.
Environmental Policy
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Meaning/Description Symbol
PROTECTIVE EARTH (GROUND)
To identify any terminal which is intended for connection to an
external conductor for protection against electric shock in case of a
fault, or the terminal of a protective earth (ground) electrode.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
To indicate hazards arising from dangerous voltages.
WARNING/CAUTION
An appropriate safety instruction should be followed or caution to a
potential hazard exists.
Refer to the relevant instructions detailed within the product
manual.
HEAVY
If this product is heavy reference should be made to the safety
instructions for provisions of lifting and moving.
STATIC SENSITIVE
To indicate that static sensitive devices are present and handling
precautions should be followed.
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kg
Safety Symbols
The following safety symbols may be used on the product and throughout the product documentation.
Product Safety

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Contents
Copyright Statement........................................................................................................................................................(ii)
Technical Support and Warranty...................................................................................................................................(iii)
Product Safety...................................................................................................................................................................(iv)
Contents (this page).........................................................................................................................................................(v)
Warnings and Cautions...................................................................................................................................................(vi)
Section 1
Technical Specification....................................................................................................................................................1.1
Section 2
Technical Description ......................................................................................................................................................2.1
Functional Description...............................................................................................................................................2.1
Section 3
Installation.........................................................................................................................................................................3.1
Pre Operation Checks ................................................................................................................................................3.1
Hardware Installation................................................................................................................................................3.2
Software Installation..................................................................................................................................................3.2
Testing Operation........................................................................................................................................................3.3
Section 4
Programming Guide.........................................................................................................................................................4.1
Programming Options for Pickering PCI Cards.....................................................................................................4.1
Card Architecture: 50-110A-021/121 .....................................................................................................................4.2
Card Architecture: 50-115A-021/121 .....................................................................................................................4.4
Card Architecture: 50-115A-022/122 .....................................................................................................................4.6
Programming the Card..............................................................................................................................................4.8
Section 5
Connector Information ....................................................................................................................................................5.1
Section 6
Trouble Shooting..............................................................................................................................................................6.1
Section 7
Maintenance Information................................................................................................................................................7.1
Switching System Test Tools ....................................................................................................................................7.1
Relay Lookup Table: 50-110A-021/121 ..................................................................................................................7.1
Relay Lookup Table: 50-115A-021/121 ..................................................................................................................7.4
Relay Lookup Table: 50-115A-022/122 ..................................................................................................................7.6

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WARNING - Hazardous Environments Symbol
This product is not specifically designed for use in hazardous environments, for example in explosive atmospheres.
If the product is to be used in hazardous environments we recommend that the user ensures suitable protective
measures are taken.
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CAUTION - Handling of Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Symbol
Certain semiconductor devices used in this equipment are liable to damage due to static voltage. Observe the
following precautions when handling these devices in their unterminated state, or sub-assemblies containing these
devices:
• Persons removing sub-assemblies from equipment using these devices must be earthed by a wrist strap and a
resistor at the point provided on the equipment.
• Soldering irons used during the repair operations must be low voltage types with earthed tips and isolated from
the mains voltage by a double insulated transformer.
• Outer clothing worn must be unable to generate static charges.
• Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) fitted with these devices must be stored and transported in anti-static bags.
Warnings & Cautions
WARNING - Danger of Electric Shock Symbol
This card may contain hazardous voltages. Before removing the card from the rack remove all supplies and
disconnect user I/O signals.
Unused slots in the PC chassis are populated with blanking plates to prevent access to user I/O signals that may be
present. If the product is not used in this manner for example by using an extender card then additional care must
be taken to avoid contact with exposed signals.
Not to be used in safety critical circuits, refer to the Pickering Interfaces’ terms & conditions of sale.
This card must not be used for the switching of Mains Circuits. For the switching of voltages up to the module’s full
specification, Secondary Circuit power supplies and the Device Under Test must be fully isolated from the Mains
Circuit and the safety earth.
The host chassis must be correctly installed and be connected to mains or factory safety ground, please refer to
your chassis installation manual.
Diagram Showing Separation Between The Mains Circuit and Secondary Circuit / DUT
For the purposes of this document, a Mains Circuit is an installation classified as Overvoltage Category II up to 300V.
Separation between the Secondary Circuit and Mains Circuit is achieved by a transformer in which the primary
windings are separated from the secondary windings by reinforced insulation, double insulation, or a screen
connected to the protective conductor terminal.
PCI Switching
Card
Device
Under Test
Power
Supply
Power
Supply
Host Chassis
Secondary Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains/Factory
Safety Ground

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CAUTION - Product Documentation Symbol
Suitably qualified & trained users should ensure that the accompanying documentation is fully read and understood
before attempting to install or operate the product.
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
All cleaning and servicing requires the equipment to be isolated and disconnected from the power source and user I/O signals (refer
to the Maintenance Section).
• Appropriate manual handling procedures should be followed as dictated by the weight of the individual module or the combined
weight of the modules & chassis.
• Should a fault occur with the module or chassis, immediately isolate and disconnect the incoming power to the chassis and the
user I/O signals.
• Ensure the equipment is installed, operated and maintained by trained and authorized personnel.
• For suitably equipped products in the event of an emergency press the red “emergency stop” button situated on the front of the
unit.
Warnings & Cautions
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Section 1 - Technical Specification
y25, 32, 50 or 64 Reed Relays Per Card
ySPST, DPST and SPDT Configurations
yRuthenium Reed Relays Suitable For Low Level Signals
yUses High Reliability Pickering Reed Relays For
Maximum Performance
yFast Operating Speed 500 µs Typical
ySwitch up to 150 VDC/100 VAC, 1 A with 10 W Max Power
yDrivers Supplied for Windows & Linux, Plus Support
for Real-time Systems
ySupported by eBIRST ™
y3 Year Warranty
The 50-110A/115A range of switching cards is available in
both Changeover (SPDT) and Normally Open (SPST & DPST)
configurations. Connections are made via a front panel 200-pin
female connector.
General purpose reed relays are suitable for the construction
of small switching networks, for switching larger relays or for
operating external devices (e.g. lamps, solenoids etc.).
All of the reed relays used in our PCI cards are manufactured
by our Relay Division. Pickering reed relays offer very high
reliability (over 108 operations) with maximum switching
performance, especially for low level signals.
Supported by eBIRST
eBIRST test tools simplify switching fault-finding by quickly
testing the system and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
For more information go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Range Description:
• 50-110A-x21 32 or 64 SPDT Reed Relays.
• 50-115A-x21 32 or 64 SPST Reed Relays.
• 50-115A-x22 25 or 50 DPST Reed Relays.
B32
A32
C32
A32
C32
A25.2
C25.2
A25.1
C25.1
B1
A1
C1
A1.2
C1.2
A1.1
C1.1
A1
C1
A2
C2
B64
A64
C64
B1
A1
C1
B2
A2
C2
A64
C64
A1
C1
A2
C2
A3
C3
A50.2
C50.2
A50.1
C50.1
A1.2
C1.2
A1.1
C1.1
50-110A-021
32xSPDT
50-110A-121
64xSPDT
50-115A-021
32xSPST
50-115A-121
64xSPST
50-115A-022
25xDPST
50-115A-122
50xDPST
Front Panel Connector
This product is based on the obsolete Molex LFH series connector
that has been superseded by a Pickering commissioned form,
fit, function equivalent. The new connector series is 100%
compatible with the Molex connectors allowing either gender of
Pickering connector to mate with the corresponding Molex part
without issue.
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Section 1 - Technical Specification
Relay Type
The 50-110A & 50-115A are fitted with high quality ruthenium
reed relays. These offer very long life with good low level
switching performance and excellent contact resistance
stability. Spare reed relays are built onto the circuit board to
allow easy maintenance with minimum downtime.
All reed relays are manufactured by our Relay Division, for
more information visit: pickeringrelay.com
Switching Specification
Switch Type: Ruthenium Reed
Max Switching Voltage: 150 VDC/100 VAC (50-110A)*
100 VDC/70 VAC (50-115A)*
Max Power:
Max Switch Current:
Max Carry Current:
3 W (50-110A)
10 W (50-115A)
0.25 A (50-110A)
1 A (50-115A)
1 A
On Path Resistance:
Off Path Resistance:
Thermal Offset:
<800 mΩ (400 mΩ typical)
>109 Ω
<20 µV (50-110A)
<30 µV (50-115A)
Typical Operate Time: 0.5 ms
Expected Life, low power:
Expected Life, full power:
>1x108 operations
>1x106 operations
* For full voltage rating, signal sources must be fully isolated
from mains supply and safety earth.
Power Requirements
+3.3 V +5 V +12 V -12 V
200 mA 400 mA Max 0 0
Mechanical Characteristics
Single slot short PCI format.
3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file formats
are available on request.
Operating/Storage Conditions
Operating Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
0 °C to +55 °C
Up to 90 % non-condensing
5000 m
Storage Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
-20 °C to +75 °C
Up to 90 % non-condensing
15000 m
PCI Compliance
The 50-110A/115A range complies with the PCI Specification
2.0 (issued Feb 2004).
Signalling Environment: 33 MHz, 32-bit Universal
(+3.3 V or +5 V).
Safety & CE Compliance
All cards are fully CE compliant and meet applicable EU
directives:
Low-voltage safety EN61010-1:2010,
EMC Immunity EN61326-1:2013,
Emissions EN55011:2009+A1:2010.
Connectors
Signals via a 200-pin female LFH* connector, for pin outs
please refer to the operating manual.
* LFH relates to the obsolete Molex connector series and is
retained for continuity, products will be fitted with a form, fit,
function Pickering equivalent connector that is intermateable
with the original Molex parts.
50-110A/115A
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Specifications

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Section 1 - Technical Specification
Product Order Codes
32 x SPDT, Ruthenium Reed Relays
64 x SPDT, Ruthenium Reed Relays
50-110A-021
50-110A-121
32 x SPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays
64 x SPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays
25 x DPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays
50 x DPST, Ruthenium Reed Relays
50-115A-021
50-115A-121
50-115A-022
50-115A-122
Product Customization
Pickering PCI cards are designed and manufactured on our
own flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product
control and enabling simple customization to meet very
specific requirements.
Customization can include:
• Alternative reed relay types
• Mixture of reed relay types
• Alternative number of relays
• Different performance specifications
All customized products are given a unique part number, fully
documented and may be ordered at any time in the future.
Please contact your local sales office to discuss.
Support Products
eBIRST Switching System Test Tool
This product is supported by the eBIRST test tools which
simplify the identification of failed relays, the required
eBIRST tools are below. For more information go to:
pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Product Test Tool Adaptor
50-110A/115A 93-002-001 Not Required
Spare Relay Kits
Kits of replacement relays are available for the majority of
Pickering’s PXI switching products, simplifying servicing and
reducing down-time.
Product Relay Kit
50-110A-021/121
50-115A-021/121
50-115A-022/122
91-100-026
91-100-048
91-100-062
For further assistance, please contact your local Pickering
sales office.
Mating Connectors & Cabling
For connection accessories for the 50-110A/115A range
please refer to the 90-002D 200-pin LFH Connector
Accessories data sheet where a complete list and
documentation can be found for accessories, or refer to the
Connection Solutions catalog.
Pickering can supply mating 200-pin connectors and cable
assemblies to enable easy integration of the 50-110A &
50-115A series of relay cards
50-110A/115A
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