The Keysight M9018A is an 18‑slot PXI Express chassis designed as the mechanical, power, and PCI Express backplane platform for modular automated test systems. It provides a PXIe-compliant backplane with system controller and system timing slots, 10 MHz reference distribution, and 100 MHz differential clocks on PXIe slots.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | PXI Express backplane |
Backplane Architecture and Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PXI/PXIe Specification Compliance | PXI Express (PXIe) compliant backplane |
| PCI Express Fabric | PCI Express-based backplane |
| 100 MHz PXIe Differential Clock | Provided on PXIe slots per PXIe spec |
Slot Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Slots | 18 |
| System Controller Slot Type | PXI Express (PXIe) system controller slot |
| Accepted Module Form Factor | PXI Express (PXIe) modules |
Power and Cooling
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Type | Integrated AC mains power supply |
| Cooling Method | Forced‑air cooling with integrated fans |
Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Host Controller Options | Embedded PXIe controller in system slot |
| Remote PC Connectivity Options | Remote host via PCIe cabled interface module in system slot |
Mechanical and Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 18‑slot PXI Express chassis |
Ordering Information
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Model | M9018A |
Documentation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Documentation | Datasheet and user guide available from Keysight |
Technology
PXI Express (PXIe) backplane chassis