Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E Switching Matrix
The Cytec/AD Data Systems 56E is a switching matrix designed for signal routing applications. It allows for the flexible connection of multiple inputs to multiple outputs, enabling signal distribution and management in various electronic systems. It is suitable for use in broadcast, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.
- Model
- Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $2,800
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 56E
This unit
The Cytec/AD Data Systems 56E Switching Matrix is a modular signal routing platform built on a motherboard backplane architecture. It supports up to 10,000 single or two-wire closures configured for matrix or switching applications. Control is available via remote latch/unlatch commands or optional manual front panel operation. The standard configuration includes a Control Chassis with 200 base latchpoints and 10 switch modules, both expandable. Expansion Chassis units scale capacity to 400 latchpoints and 20 modules per unit, enabling systems up to 1,000 latchpoints with one Standard and two Expansion Chassis.
Technical Specifications
Architecture: Modular motherboard backplane design
Closure Capacity: Up to 10,000 single or two-wire closures
Base Configuration: 200 latchpoints, 10 switch modules
Expansion Chassis: Up to 400 latchpoints and 20 switch modules per unit
Switch Modules: Plug-in circuit boards providing 20 latchpoints each; VHF High Isolation/Low Leakage and High Power variants available
Power: Standard DC supply supports 120 crosspoint latching simultaneously; optional 400-crosspoint power available in Standard Control Chassis (incompatible with Option K)
Voltage/Current Capability: Up to 1,000 V and 8 A on general purpose switching relays
High Voltage Applications: Systems rated to 5,000 VAC with custom configurations available
Coaxial/RF Switching: Up to 2 GHz for 50 or 75 ohm applications
Microwave Switching: Frequencies to 40 GHz
Digital Switching: Data rates to 3.2 Gbps NRZ (RS422, ECL, PECL, LVDS, CML)
Network: RJ45 connectors supporting Ethernet, LAN, WAN, RS422, USB, Telephony, and DSL
Key Features
Flexible multi-input to multi-output signal distribution
Remote or manual closure control
Modular design simplifies field expansion and service
Relay options include standard reed, armature, power armature, high voltage, and low thermal types
Typical Applications
Complex signal routing in test and measurement systems
RF and microwave signal switching
High-voltage circuit validation
Digital and network signal distribution
General-purpose electronic system switching
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 40 GHz | Voltage / Current Range: 0-1000 V, 0-8 A (general purpose) |
Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E. Calibration covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E faults: power supply failure (cRIO-9073/9074), C-series slot connector wear, PXI chassis fan failure, GPIB interface failure on VXI controllers, BIOS/EEPROM corruption. NI CompactRIO most common faults are power supply failure on older cRIO-9073/9074 chassis and C-series module slot connector wear from repeated hot-swap cycles. PXI chassis fan failure is the most common wear item — chassis fans are field-replaceable. VXI embedded controllers most commonly develop EEPROM corruption and GPIB interface failure.
Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E price
This Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E is listed at $2,800. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Cytec / AD Data Systems 56E is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
