Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C Portable Six-Slot VXIbus Mainframe
The Ametek/VTI Instruments/VXI Technology CT-100C is a portable six-slot VXIbus mainframe designed for versatile testing and measurement applications. This mainframe provides a solid and reliable platform for VXI modules, ensuring high performance and easy integration in various testing environments. Its compact design and portability make it ideal for both laboratory and field use.
- Model
- Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,800
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- CT-100C
This unit
The Ametek VTI Instruments CT-100C is a portable six-slot VXIbus mainframe conforming to VXIbus Specification Revision 2.0. Designed for laboratory and field testing, this C-size chassis provides five instrument slots plus dedicated Slot 0 for the VXIbus Resource Manager. The unit integrates a 500 W auto-ranging power supply, pressurized cooling system, and monolithic backplane with automatic solid-state daisy-chaining for VME interrupt and bus grant signals.
Technical Specifications
- VXIbus Compliance: Revision 2.0
- Slot Configuration: Six total slots (five for VXIbus instruments, one for Resource Manager)
- Power Supply: 500 W @ 40 °C; auto-ranging input 100–240 V ac, 47–63 Hz
- Power Rails: +5V, +12V, +24V, +5V Standby (1 A maximum), −5.2V, −12V, −24V, −2V
- Cooling: Pressurized airflow system; 80 W/slot maximum for 10 °C rise
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C
- Dimensions: 15 inches (W) × 8.2 inches (H) × 21 inches (D)
- Weight: 25 lbs
Key Features
- Auto-ranging power supplies with short-circuit, over-voltage, reverse-voltage, and thermal-shutdown protection
- UL, CSA, and TUV approved
- Front panel monitoring display for all supply lines and fan status
- Rear panel open-collector monitoring of power supplies, AC input, and fans
- Monolithic, multi-layer backplane eliminates manual jumper configuration
- Removable outer cover for module access during development and troubleshooting
- Monitored fan voltage
Portability & Installation Bench-top, rack-mount, and portable configurations supported. Optional rackmount kit enables flush or recessed (4-inch) mounting with latched door that can be modified for external connectors and indicators.
Compatibility & Integration Fully compatible with VXIbus instruments including VMIP modules such as DMMs, waveform generators, and digitizers. Rear panel +5V Standby connector accepts user-supplied standby power routed directly to the backplane.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | '+12V, +24V, +5V Standby (1 A max), −12V, −24V, −2V output, −5.2V, 100–240 V ac input |
Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C price
This Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C is listed at $1,800. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology CT-100C is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
