PXIe-8861

The PXIe‑8861 is an Intel Xeon 4‑Core embedded controller for PXI Express systems. You use it for processor-intensive RF, modular instrumentation, and data acquisition applications. The PXIe‑8861 includes two 10/100/1000BASE‑TX (Gigabit) Ethernet ports, two USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, as well as an integrated hard drive, serial port, two Thunderbolt™ 3 ports, and other peripheral I/O. Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries.

Part Number(s): 786986-01 | 785831-33 | 785831-0118 | 785831-01 | 787567-01 | 787567-33

Key Applications

1. High-Performance PXIe System Control
PXIe-8861 functions as the core controller in PXIe chassis, managing communication between modules, running test software, and coordinating overall system operation efficiently.

2. Advanced Automated Test Systems (ATE)
It is widely used in automated test systems for electronics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial products, where fast execution of test sequences and stable system control are essential.

3. Real-Time Data Processing and Analysis
PXIe-8861 is suitable for applications requiring real-time data acquisition, processing, and analysis, such as signal processing, waveform analysis, and high-speed measurements.

4. RF and Wireless Communication Testing
The controller supports RF test systems by handling signal generation, capture, and analysis tasks, making it suitable for LTE, 5G, IoT, and general wireless communication validation.

5. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Simulation
It is commonly used in HIL simulation for automotive, aerospace, and industrial control systems, enabling real-time validation of hardware and software interactions.

6. Aerospace and Defense Applications
In aerospace and defense, PXIe-8861 is applied in avionics testing, radar systems, communication validation, and mission-critical system verification.

7. Industrial Automation and Machine Control
Used in industrial automation for system monitoring, machine control, and validation of complex manufacturing or process control systems.

8. Research and Development (R&D)
PXIe-8861 is widely adopted in engineering labs and research institutions for algorithm development, system prototyping, and high-performance experimental setups.