Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C VXI Industry Pack Carrier Module
The VX403C from Astronics & C&H Technologies is a VXI Industry Pack Carrier Module. It allows VXI systems to interface with Industry Pack (IP) modules, expanding the range of available I/O and control options. This module provides a solid and reliable connection for integrating IP modules into VXI-based instrumentation setups.
- Model
- Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,250
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- VX403C
This unit
The Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C is a VXI Industry Pack Carrier Module that integrates up to four single-height IP modules - or two double-height modules - into a single VXI slot. Each installed IP module appears as an independent VXI instrument with its own logical address, mechanical interface, and control path. The carrier provides 50-pin header interfaces accessible from the front panel, enabling direct electrical and data connectivity to Units Under Test through a library of over 200 available IP modules.
Technical Specifications
VXIbus Compliance: ANSI/IEEE Std 1014-1987, VXIbus Revision 1.4; operates as 16/24/32:D16 DTB Slave
Form Factor: Size C carrier; dimensions 233.35 mm (9.187 in) high × 160 mm (6.299 in) deep for 20.32 mm (0.8 in) slot spacing
IP Module Capacity: Up to four single-height or two double-height Industry Pack modules per carrier
IP Interface: Standard 50-pin IDC socket headers on each module slot
Power Supply Requirements: +5V (1.2 A typical) and +12V from VXI backplane; isolated and filtered supplies provided to IP modules
Trigger Interface: VXI TTL trigger lines (up to eight) configurable via jumpers to any combination of resident IP strobe inputs
Interrupt Handling: Each IP module supports two independently programmable interrupts; individual interrupt vectors and release capability (RORA/ROAK) per module
Key Features
Individual logical addressing for each installed IP module enables independent control and monitoring
Flexible trigger routing allows single-line synchronization across all IPs or independent clocking of individual modules
Modular design supports custom UUT interfaces through selection and combination of industry-standard IP modules
Isolated power distribution protects IP modules from backplane noise
Typical Applications Multi-channel test systems requiring diverse signal interfaces; automated test equipment leveraging IP module specialization; VXI-based measurement and stimulus configurations.
Compatibility & Integration Fully compliant with VXIbus Specification Revision 1.4 for register-based modules and VMEbus Specification ANSI/IEEE STD 1014-1987, IEC 821.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | '+12V, +5V @ 1.2A |
Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C. Calibration covers all module-specific parameters per manufacturer datasheet, output accuracy and linearity, frequency accuracy, and VXI register and trigger bus compliance. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C faults: relay contact wear, DAC/ADC drift, VXI backplane connector oxidation. Common faults include relay contact wear, DAC or ADC gain drift, and VXI backplane edge connector oxidation. Most modules are repaired at the component level with full post-repair verification in a C-size or D-size mainframe.
Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C price
This Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C is listed at $1,250. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Astronics / C&H Technologies VX403C 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 all module-specific parameters per manufacturer datasheet, output accuracy and linearity, frequency accuracy, and VXI register and trigger bus compliance. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
