VXI Chassis includes RS-485 monitoring.
Press Release Summary:
Model RHP 11-slot Chassis features laminate welded construction using lightweight materials. Model RHP-1, with one dc power module, is rated for 1,460 W, while Model RHP-2 has 2 modules for combined rating of 2.2 kW. Monolithic backplane offers active automatic bus-grant and IACK jumpering, active termination, and 96-pin DIN connectors. Plugging fan module provides 450 cfm at 0.4 in. H2O, making chassis suited for high-density analog and digital VXI modules.
Original Press Release:
New, Rugged VXI Chassis is Lightweight and High Strength
COLUMBUS, OH, August 4, 2004-Tracewell Systems, Inc. announces the RHP 11-slot high power VXI chassis. The RHP features rugged construction, high power plugging cooling modules, and RS-485 monitoring, making it ideal for the latest generation of high performance VXI applications. Building on a long history of VXI systems, the Tracewell RHP was designed for systems requiring low weight, high strength, and high power. Two models are available, differing in power supply output levels.
Rugged construction. Advanced laminate welded construction combines lightweight materials to provide an extremely rigid structure. As well as adding strength and reducing weight, these methods also provide improved shock resilience.
Backplane. The RHP's 11 slot high-current VXI 'C' size monolithic backplane features active automatic bus-grant and IACK jumpering, active termination, and 96 pin high current DIN connectors. High frequency decoupling is provided at each slot, along with bulk distributed low frequency decoupling.
Power supply. The RHP features a rear plugging AC front end and either one or two front plugging DC power modules. The Model RHP-1, with one DC power module, is rated for 1460 W, while the Model RHP-2 has two modules and a combined rating of 2.2kW. This distributed power system provides exceptional transient response, regulation, and fault tolerance. To manage this power, the backplane uses unique power routing and high current connectors. AC input power factor is 0.99 with power factor correction.
Cooling system. The ducted cooling system provides high volume and pressure performance. A high-pressure plugging fan module provides 450 cfm at 0.4 in. H2O, making the RHP ideal for high-density analog and digital VXI modules. Rear intake and top exhaust minimize the number of airflow turns for greater flow efficiency. The rear plugging fan panel also allows easy access for service or maintenance, with MTTR of less than 1 minute.
Monitoring. An RS-485 monitor (brought out via a rear-panel RS-485 D9 connector) tracks VXI voltage (+5, +3.3, +12, -12 VDC; at backplane), fan voltage (+12 VDC), fan speed, intake (one sensor) and exhaust temperature (two sensors); typical measurement accuracy is within 1%.
Accessories. Filler panels and slot air blocks are available for vacant 6U slots. VXI receiver mounting options are also available.
Price and Availability. Pricing for the RHP-1.5KW starts at $11,245 (min quantity 5 units), and availability is 8 - 10 weeks ARO.
For more information. To receive more information on Tracewell's RHP high power VXI chassis, or any Tracewell Systems product, please visit Tracewell on the Web at www.tracewellsystems.com or contact the Sales Department at:
567 Enterprise Drive
Westerville, OH 43081
Toll Free: 800-848-4525
Phone: 614-846-6175
FAX: 614-846-4450
Web: www.tracewellsystems.com
E-Mail: sales@tracewell.com
About Tracewell Systems. For more than 25 years, Tracewell Systems, Inc. has provided electronic packaging and integration solutions that enhance the performance of a wide range of VME, VXI, PXI, cPCI, ATCA, and proprietary bus systems. Tracewell Systems provides levels 0 through 5 of system integration, and specializes in levels 3, 4, and 5. As a vertically integrated manufacturer with a full range of engineering disciplines, the company can supply complete level 5 system integration, ranging from concept design, software and manufacturing services, to system engineering, PC board assembly, metal fabrication, wiring and functional test. Tracewell offers complete design and manufacture of system packaging, backplanes, power and monitoring systems, supplying everything from off-the-shelf standard products to fully customized and integrated rack systems. Tracewell works as a strategic partner with its customers, adding value through development of system solutions for telecommunications, test and measurement, medical, military and other demanding applications.
