PXIe-8842

The PXIe8842 is an Intel Core i5 6-Core embedded controller for PXI Express systems that supports multifunction DAQ and applications that require moderate streaming. The PXIe8842 provides two 10/100/1000/2500BASET Ethernet ports, one Thunderbolt 4 port, two USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, an integrated hard drive, and a serial port. The PXIe8842 is available with GPIB and without GPIB ports with OS variants like Windows 11 LTSC and NI Linux Real-Time to meet different connectivity requirements. Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. The registered trademark Linux is used pursuant to a sublicense from LMI, the exclusive licensee of Linus Torvalds, owner of the mark on a worldwide basis.

Part Number(s): 788816-0118 | 788816-01 | 787882-33 | 787882-01 | 787882-0118 | 790657-01 | 790657-0118 | 790658-01 | 790657-33 | 790658-0118

Key Applications

1. High-Performance PXIe System Controller
PXIe-8842 functions as the central controller in PXIe chassis, coordinating communication between modules, executing complex test sequences, and managing overall system operations.

2. Advanced Automated Test Systems (ATE)
It is widely used in high-end automated test systems for electronics, automotive, and semiconductor industries, where fast data processing and high throughput are critical.

3. Real-Time Data Processing and Signal Analysis
With its powerful CPU and memory, PXIe-8842 is ideal for real-time signal processing, high-speed data acquisition, and advanced analytics applications.

4. RF and Wireless Communication Testing
The controller supports complex RF test systems, including multi-channel signal processing for technologies such as 5G, MIMO, and advanced wireless communication validation.

5. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Simulation
PXIe-8842 is suitable for HIL simulation in automotive, aerospace, and industrial systems, enabling real-time system validation under simulated operating conditions.

6. Industrial Automation and Control Systems
Used in industrial environments for system control, monitoring, and validation, especially in applications requiring deterministic performance and high computational capability.

7. Aerospace and Defense Applications
In aerospace and defense, PXIe-8842 is applied in avionics testing, radar systems, and mission-critical validation systems where performance and reliability are essential.

8. Research and Development (R&D)
Engineering teams and research institutions use PXIe-8842 for complex system prototyping, algorithm development, and experimental setups that require high computing performance.