Schroff PXI Express

Mechanical Adjustments for PXIe Chassis

Our PXIe chassis are designed with flexible options for mechanical adjustments to meet unique application requirements. By customizing the card cage, chassis, and cooling system, we ensure maximum reliability and performance in demanding test and measurement environments.

Key Features of Mechanical Adjustments

• Adjustable Card Cage and Chassis Design – Enables precise mechanical customization for tailored configurations.

• Customizable Labeling and Appearance – Adapt front panels, branding, and exterior design to fit project needs.

• Unique Mounting and Environmental Options – Configure the chassis for specific environments, including rugged or space-constrained applications.

• Scalable Cooling Systems – Increase cooling capacity by adding or upgrading fans as the number of slots grows.

• Airflow Direction Control – Select and manage airflow paths to optimize thermal performance in your setup.

With these mechanical customization features, you can build a PXIe system that precisely matches your performance, design, and durability requirements.

Modular Backplane Design

For maximum flexibility, our PXIe systems use a modular backplane design that makes customization and upgrades easier. By relocating active components to separate mezzanine boards, both maintenance and scalability are simplified.

Benefits of Modular Backplane

• Active Components on Mezzanine Boards – Increases reliability and simplifies upgrades.

• Mix and Match Functional Modules – Build a customized PXIe system tailored to your specific test requirements.

• Passive Backplane Design – Consists only of passive connections, making modifications simpler and more cost-effective.

This modular architecture provides faster customization, reduced complexity, and long-term flexibility for your PXIe test infrastructure.

PXI Express System – 4U, 8 Slots, Gen 3

The nVent SCHROFF PXI Express Desktop Chassis is a high-performance 4U, 44 HP PXIe system designed for demanding test and measurement applications. With 1 PXIe system slot and 7 hybrid slots, it delivers exceptional flexibility and scalability for a wide range of test environments.

Key Features

• High-Performance PCIe Gen 3 Switching – Standard four-link (4x4) system slot for maximum bandwidth and data throughput.

• Efficient Cooling with Low Noise – Advanced cooling design provides 50 W per slot at 15K temperature rise, using temperature-controlled fans for quiet operation.

• Optimized Airflow – Bottom-to-back airflow design ensures reliable thermal management; integrated Cabinet Monitoring Module (CMM) for system health monitoring.

• Flexible Power Options – Wide AC input range with rear main switch and front-mounted power button for convenient operation.

• Clock Synchronization – External 10 MHz clock inputs/outputs on the back panel for precise timing and system integration.

Benefits

• Scalable PXIe test platform for complex measurement systems.

• Quiet yet powerful cooling, ensuring stability in continuous operation.

• Compact 4U form factor, ideal for desktop and lab environments.

The PXI Express 4U, 8-slot chassis combines performance, flexibility, and reliability, making it the ideal choice for engineers and researchers who require a robust PXIe test system.

PXI Express System – 4U, 18 Slots, Gen 3

The nVent SCHROFF PXI Express Desktop Chassis is a powerful 4U, 84 HP PXIe system designed for high-performance test and measurement applications. With 18 slots including 1 PXIe system slot (16 HP), 1 PXIe timing slot, and 16 hybrid slots, this chassis provides exceptional scalability and flexibility for complex testing environments.

Key Features

• High-Performance PCIe Gen 3 Switching – Standard four-link (4x4) system slot ensures maximum bandwidth and fast data transfer.

• Advanced Cooling with Low Fan Noise – Delivers 50 W per slot at 15K temperature rise, using temperature-controlled fans for quiet and reliable operation.

• Optimized Airflow & Monitoring – Bottom-to-back airflow design with integrated Cabinet Monitoring Module (CMM) for system health and thermal management.

• Flexible Power Options – Wide AC input range with rear main switch and convenient front power button.

• Clock Synchronization – External 10 MHz clock inputs/outputs on the back panel for precise timing and system integration.

• Rack-Ready Design – Equipped with handles and 19” mounting brackets for easy installation in rack environments.

Benefits

• 18-slot PXIe platform for large, high-density test systems.

• Stable and quiet cooling, optimized for continuous, demanding workloads.

• Robust and scalable architecture, ideal for advanced test and measurement applications.

The PXI Express 4U, 18-slot chassis delivers the performance, scalability, and reliability required for cutting-edge PXIe test systems.

PXI Express System – 4U, 18 Slots, Gen3x8

The nVent SCHROFF PXI Express Desktop Chassis is a high-performance 4U, 84 HP PXIe system engineered for advanced test and measurement (T&M) applications. With 18 slots including 1 PXIe system slot (16 HP), 1 PXIe timing slot, and 16 hybrid slots, this chassis delivers the scalability and bandwidth required for complex testing environments.

Key Features

• Gen 3 PCIe Switching with Dual-Link System Slot – Provides 1x16 and 1x8 PCIe links, ensuring maximum throughput for demanding test applications.

• High-Power Cooling Performance – Supports up to 80 W per slot at 15K temperature rise, with temperature-controlled fans for quiet, efficient cooling.

• Optimized Airflow & Monitoring – Bottom-to-back airflow design with integrated Cabinet Monitoring Module (CMM) for advanced thermal and system management.

• Flexible Power Options – Wide AC input range, rear-mounted main switch, and convenient front power button.

• Clock & Trigger Capabilities – External 10 MHz clock I/O on the rear panel and trigger in/out via SMA connector on the front for precise synchronization.

• Rack-Ready Design – Sturdy construction with handles and 19” mounting brackets for seamless integration into rack environments.

Benefits

• 18-slot PXIe Gen3x8 architecture for large-scale, high-density test systems.

• Enhanced bandwidth with dual-link PCIe system slot, supporting next-generation test performance.

• Quiet yet powerful cooling, ideal for continuous, high-load operation.

• Comprehensive timing and triggering options, enabling accurate synchronization across test modules.

The PXI Express 4U, 18-slot Gen3x8 chassis combines performance, reliability, and scalability, making it the perfect solution for engineers and researchers building advanced PXIe test systems.

PXI Express Controllers – Compact, High-Performance Embedded Solutions

The nVent SCHROFF PXI Express Embedded Controller is the most compact PXIe controller on the market, delivering powerful performance for advanced test and measurement (T&M) applications. Built for reliability and speed, it is fully compliant with the PXI™-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification Rev. 2.0.

Key Features

• Compact PXIe Form Factor – Smallest embedded controller available for space-efficient system integration.

• High Data Throughput – Up to 6 GB/s system bandwidth in Four-Link mode with PCIe Gen 3 x2 - x2 - x1 - x1.

• Powerful Processing – 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processor with Hyper-Threading for efficient multitasking.

• Integrated Graphics – Intel® Gen9 HD Graphics 620 for high-resolution display and smooth visuals.

• High-Speed Memory & Storage –

  • 16 GB DDR4 2133 MHz RAM (expandable up to 32 GB with 2x16 GB)

  • 250 GB integrated M.2 NVMe SSD for fast data access

• Front Panel Connectivity –

  • 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports

  • 3x USB 3.0 Type-A ports

  • DisplayPort 1.2 for external displays

• Customizable BIOS – Tailor system settings for specific application requirements.

Benefits

• High-performance PXIe controller for demanding test applications.

• Compact design, saving valuable rack or chassis space.

• Scalable memory and storage, supporting complex workloads.

• Flexible connectivity options, ensuring seamless integration into test environments.

The nVent SCHROFF PXIe Embedded Controller combines compact design, powerful computing, and high data throughput, making it the ideal solution for modern PXIe test systems.

Firmware and Software Support for PXIe Systems

nVent SCHROFF provides comprehensive firmware and software tools to ensure seamless integration, monitoring, and customization of your PXIe chassis and controllers.

Software Tools & Platform Support

• Downloadable Software Tools – Available on each chassis product page.

• Open Driver Platform – Launched in Q1/2023, supporting third-party controllers and cards for maximum flexibility.

• Direct Access via SMBus – Enables vendor-independent chassis and trigger management.

• Customization & Rebranding – Software and interface customization options available.

Driver & Software Packages

• Full Driver and Software Support for PXIe systems.

• Windows Drivers with easy setup via the Schroff installation tool.

• Chassis DLL & System Module DLL for integration.

• PXIe System Monitor and Windows Application/Monitoring Tool.

• Initialization Files for leading test and measurement (T&M) software suites.

• Chassis .ini File for configuration.

Firmware Options

• Pre-installed firmware in PXIe chassis.

• Cabinet Monitoring Module (CMM) firmware.

• EEPROM file for advanced system configuration.

Benefits

• Seamless integration with third-party hardware.

• Simplified setup and monitoring with ready-to-use drivers and tools.

• Flexible customization to match specific project requirements.

• Reliable, vendor-independent system management.

With robust firmware and software support, nVent SCHROFF ensures your PXIe test systems are flexible, reliable, and future-ready.