Automated Test & Measurement Solution — National Instruments PXIe-8360 | MXI-Express Series
Where This Product Is Used
The NI PXIe-8360 is a MXI-Express Remote Control Module that creates a high-bandwidth, low-latency link between a PXI Express chassis and a host PC via an ExpressCard/34 slot. It is the backbone of distributed test systems where the measurement chassis must be physically separated from the controller workstation.
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE) — semiconductor wafer probing, IC functional test, and burn-in validation where the PXI chassis sits inside a handler or prober and the engineer controls it from a remote workstation.
- RF & Microwave Signal Analysis — anechoic chamber setups where RF instruments (VSA, VSG, spectrum analyzers) reside inside a shielded room and the host PC is outside.
- Defense & Aerospace HIL Simulation — hardware-in-the-loop rigs requiring deterministic, high-throughput data transfer between simulation engines and I/O chassis.
- Production Line Test Stations — multi-chassis configurations on factory floors where a single PC controls several PXI chassis simultaneously via MXI-Express daisy-chaining.
- Research & University Labs — physics experiments, particle accelerator diagnostics, and photonics characterization requiring remote instrument access.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | PXIe-8360 |
| Series | MXI-Express (MXI-4) |
| Form Factor | PXI Express (PXIe) peripheral module |
| Host Interface | ExpressCard/34 (PCIe x1 Gen 1) |
| Max Bandwidth | 110 MB/s (bidirectional) |
| Cable Length | Up to 3 m (standard); up to 7 m with optional cable |
| Chassis Compatibility | PXIe chassis (e.g., NI PXIe-1062Q, PXIe-1075, PXIe-1085) |
| Slot Requirement | 1 PXIe peripheral slot |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 55 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 °C to 71 °C |
| Weight | 420 g (module only) |
| OS Support | Windows 10/11, LabVIEW Real-Time |
| Driver | NI-VISA, NI-MXI (included with NI-488.2 / NI Platform Services) |
Why Engineers Specify This Model
- Transparent PCIe Extension — the PXI chassis appears as a native PCIe device to the host OS; no special middleware or custom drivers required beyond NI Platform Services.
- ExpressCard Host Interface — ideal for laptop-based portable test systems or ruggedized field controllers with ExpressCard slots, eliminating the need for a desktop PC.
- Deterministic Latency — MXI-Express delivers consistent sub-microsecond trigger latency, critical for synchronized multi-instrument measurements.
- Daisy-Chain Expansion — a single host PC can control multiple PXI chassis by chaining PXIe-8360 modules, scaling test capacity without additional controllers.
- Plug-and-Play Integration — works seamlessly with NI MAX (Measurement & Automation Explorer) for chassis discovery, resource naming, and self-test.
Complete System Bill of Materials
A typical remote-controlled PXI test system using the PXIe-8360 includes:
- NI PXIe-8360 — Remote Control Module (this item)
- NI MXI-Express Cable (1 m / 3 m / 7 m) — e.g., 782522-01
- NI ExpressCard-8360 — host-side ExpressCard adapter (for laptop controllers)
- PXIe Chassis — e.g., NI PXIe-1062Q (8-slot) or NI PXIe-1085 (18-slot)
- PXI Instrument Modules — DAQ, RF, digital, or switching modules per application
- Host PC or Laptop with ExpressCard/34 slot running Windows 10/11
- NI Platform Services & NI-MXI driver software (free download from ni.com)
Compliance & Industry Standards
- PXI Express (PXIe) specification compliant — PXI Systems Alliance (PXISA)
- CE Marking — EMC Directive 2014/30/EU & Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
- RoHS 3 compliant (EU Directive 2015/863)
- FCC Part 15 Class A
- UL/cUL listed
- ITAR-free (EAR99 classification — verify with your export compliance team)
Quality Assurance & Sourcing
All NI PXIe-8360 units sourced through Konmask.com are:
- Inspected for physical integrity and connector condition prior to shipment
- Tested for power-on and PCIe link negotiation where applicable
- Supplied with original NI documentation and accessory kit where available
- Traceable to authorized distribution or verified secondary-market channels
- Backed by Konmask’s 30-day return policy and post-sale technical support
How to Source This Part
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- Email: support@konmask.com
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- We respond to RFQs within 1 business day and can provide lead time, quantity pricing, and export documentation on request.
Application-Specific FAQ
Q: Can the PXIe-8360 work with a desktop PC that has no ExpressCard slot?
A: No — the PXIe-8360 requires an ExpressCard/34 host slot. For desktop PCs, use the NI PCIe-8361 (PCIe x4 host card) paired with the PXIe-8360 in the chassis instead.
Q: How many PXI chassis can one host PC control via MXI-Express?
A: Up to 8 chassis can be daisy-chained using multiple MXI-Express links, subject to available PCIe bandwidth on the host.
Q: Is the PXIe-8360 compatible with LabVIEW Real-Time targets?
A: The PXIe-8360 is a peripheral (chassis-side) module; the host-side adapter determines RT compatibility. When paired with an NI RT controller as the host, RT operation is supported.
Q: What is the maximum cable distance between the chassis and the host PC?
A: Standard MXI-Express cables support up to 3 m. NI offers extended cables up to 7 m; beyond that, optical MXI-Express extenders from third parties may be used.
Q: Does Konmask provide calibration certificates?
A: The PXIe-8360 is a bus extension module and does not require periodic calibration. For calibration of measurement instruments in your system, contact us for NI-authorized calibration referrals.
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