Pickering 40/42-139A User manual

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40/42-139A User Manual
PXI/PXIe High Density 2 A Relay Module

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Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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WARRANTY
All products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period 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.
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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
PRODUCT SAFETY
The following safety symbols may be used on the product and throughout the product documentation.

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Copyright Statement ...................................................................II
Technical Support and Warranty................................................III
Product Safety .............................................................................IV
Contents (this page)....................................................................V
Warnings and Cautions ..............................................................VII
Section 1
Technical Specication...............................................................1.1
Guidance on Power Handling...............................................1.4
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 PXI/PXIe Modules ...4.1
Module Architecture - SPST Version ...................................4.2
Module Architecture - DPST Version ...................................4.3
Module Architecture - SPDT Version ...................................4.4
Module Architecture - DPDT Version...................................4.5
Programming The Module ....................................................4.6
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 Tables.............................................................7.1
CONTENTS

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING - HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS SYMBOL
This product is not specically 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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WARNING - DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK SYMBOL
This module may contain hazardous voltages. Before removing the module from the rack remove all
supplies and disconnect user I/O signals.
Unused slots in the host chassis are populated with blanking plates to prevent access to user I/O
signals that may be present. Blanking panels are available to order from Pickering in a variety of
slot widths. 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 module must not be used for the switching of Mains Circuits. For the switching of voltages up
to the module’s full specication, 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 classied 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.
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:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Outer clothing worn must be unable to generate static charges.
4. Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) tted with these devices must be stored and transported in
anti-static bags.
PXI Switching
Module
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 qualied & trained users should ensure that the accompanying documentation is fully read
and understood before attempting to install or operate the product.
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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 authorised personnel.
• For suitably equipped products in the event of an emergency press the red “emergency stop” button situated on
the front of the unit.

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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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PXI/PXIe High Density 2 A Relay Module 40/42-139A
ISSUE 1.0 JUN 2022
Supported by eBIRST
eBIRST test tools simplify fault-finding by quickly testing the
system and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
For more information go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
yAvailable as a PXI or PXIe Module
yHigh Density Electro-mechanical Relay Module
y80 x SPST, 40 x DPST, 52 x SPDT
or 26 x DPDT Configurations
yMaximum Current 2 A Hot or Cold Switching
ySwitch up to 300 VDC/250 VAC and up to 60 W
Max Power
yVISA, IVI & Kernel Drivers Supplied for Windows
yPXI Version Supported by PXI or LXI Chassis
ySupported by
eBIRST ™
y3 Year Warranty
The 40-139A (PXI) and 42-139A (PXIe) 2 A modules are suitable
for high density switching applications with medium power.
Featuring 2A current capacity and voltage rating to
300VDC/250VAC, available configurations are:
• 80 x SPST (Single Pole Single Throw)
• 40 x DPST (Double Pole Single Throw)
• 52 x SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw)
• 26 x DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw)
Connections are made via a front panel mounted 160 pin DIN
41612 high density connector. Pickering provide a wide range of
connector and cabling solutions to support this module, refer to
Pickering’s “Interconnection Catalog” or visit our web site.
Typical applications will be found in Automotive, Aerospace,
Military and Power Cell Testing applications
80 x SPST 40 x DPST 52 x SPDT 26 x DPDT
40/42-139A High Density Relay Module Configurations
B52
A52
C52
A80
C80
A40.2
C40.2
A40.1
C40.1 B26.2
A26.2
C26.2
B26.1
A26.1
C26.1
B1.2
A1.2
C1.2
B1.1
A1.1
C1.1
B1
A1
C1
B2
A2
C2
B3
A3
C3
A1.2
C1.2
A1.1
C1.1
A2.2
C2.2
A2.1
C2.1
A1
C1
A2
C2
A3
C3
A4
C4
Alternative Slot-Saving High Density Mixed
Configuration Relay Module:
40-138 Custom Solutions from a mix of
SPST, DPST, SPDT & DPDT Relays
Alternative High Density 2 A Relay Module:
40-100 83 x SPDT Relays
Alternative Lower Density 2 A Relay Modules:
40-132 16 or 32 x SPST Relays
40-137 39 x SPST Relays
40-132 16 or 19 x DPST Relays
40-131 16 or 26 x SPDT Relays
40-130 8 or 13 x DPDT Relays
Updated Product Information
This product has been introduced as an update to the
40-139, the change is to provide PXIe options.

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High Density 2 A Relay Module, 40/42-139A
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Specifications
Relay Type
40-139 series modules are fitted with electro-mechanical
signal relays with palladium-ruthenium, gold covered
contacts.
The module is of a single circuit board construction
and uses through hole relays (not SMT relays) so field
maintenance is greatly simplified. In addition a spare relay
is built onto the circuit board to allow easy maintenance
with minimum downtime.
Switching Specification
Switch Type: Electro-mechanical
Contact Type: Palladium-Ruthenium,
Gold Covered Bifurcated
Max Switch Voltage: 300 VDC/250 VAC *
Max Power:
Max Switch Current:
Max Continuous Carry Current:
Max Pulsed Carry Current
Example (for single switch path):
62.5 VA, 60 W from 30 V
to 220 VDC, 30 W to
300 VDC (resistive load)
2 A **
2 A **
6 A for 100 ms
(up to 10 % duty cycle)
Initial On Path Resistance:
Off Path Resistance:
Minimum Voltage:
Thermal Offset:
<350 mΩ, 150 mΩ typical
(1 A measurement
condition)
>109 Ω
100 µV
<10 µV
Operate Time: < 3 ms
Expected Life (operations)
Very low power signal load:
Low power load (2W):
Medium power load (30W):
Full power load (60W):
>108
>1.5x107 (0.1 A, 20 VDC)
>5x106 (1A, 30 VDC)
>1x105 (2A, 30 VDC)
>1x105 (0.1A, 300 VDC)
* For full voltage rating, signal sources to be switched
must be fully isolated from mains supply and safety earth.
** Limited to 1.5 A when all channels are used. No
limitations when up to 50 % of channels are used. See
Guidance On Power Handling section in the user manual
for further details.
RF Specification
Bandwidth (-3 dB): 65 MHz (40/42-139A-101)
70 MHz (40/42-139A-102)
60 MHz (40/42-139A-201)
50 MHz (40/42-139A-202)
Crosstalk (typical): -60 dB at 10 kHz
-60 dB at 100 kHz
-40 dB at 1 MHz
-20 dB at 10 MHz
Isolation (typical): 55 dB at 10 kHz
55 dB at 100 kHz
40 dB at 1 MHz
20 dB at 10 MHz
Power Requirements - 40-139A
+3.3 V +5 V +12 V -12 V
0.14 A (typical) 0.26 A (40-139A-202)
0.40 A (40-139A-102)
0.52 A (40-139A-201)
0.78 A (40-139A-101)
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Power Requirements - 42-139A
+3.3 V +12 V
0.37 A (typical) 0.13 A (42-139A-202)
0.19 A (42-139A-102)
0.24 A (42-139A-201)
0.39 A (42-139A-101)
Mechanical Characteristics
40-139A - Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card).
42-139A - Single slot 3U PXIe, compatible with PXIe hybrid
slot.
Module weight: 200 g (40/42-139-101).
180 g (40/42-139-201).
3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file
formats are available on request.
Connectors
40-139A - PXI bus via 32-bit P1/J1 backplane connector.
42-139A - PXIe bus via XJ3 and XJ4 backplane connectors.
Signals via front panel 160-pin male DIN 41612 connector,
for pin outs please refer to the operating manual.
We recommend that Pickering mating connectors are used
with this module which are designed to ensure there are
no mechanical interference problems when used in a PXI
chassis.