Farnell Expands Automated Testing Line with Affordable NI PXI Systems

Farnell, a renowned distributor of electronic and industrial systems, recently announced its partnership with Emerson to broaden its range of automated testing solutions by including the new NI PXI hardware. This significant addition aims to lower financial barriers for engineers seeking high-performance automated testing tools.

The latest NI PXI product line allows engineers to leverage the precision and robust software integration characteristic of NI technology while accessing an industry-standard PXI platform at a more accessible price point.

Brandon Treece, the Director of Marketing for Emerson's NI PXI products, emphasized the importance of the partnership with Farnell. He stated, "The collaboration with Farnell is a crucial pillar for Emerson's mission to offer scalable, high-performance testing solutions to engineering teams worldwide. With the introduction of the new affordable NI PXI hardware, building flexible and cost-effective automatic testing systems has become easier than ever, driving innovation with software-driven adaptability and measurement accuracy."

New NI PXI Hardware Offerings

The recently launched hardware range is specifically optimized for use with LabVIEW, InstrumentStudio, and TestStand and includes several innovative products to enhance testing capabilities:

- NI PXIe-5108 Oscilloscope: Boasting a bandwidth of 100 MHz and options for 4-channel and 8-channel configurations, this oscilloscope delivers high-density measurements.

- NI PXIe-1081 Hybrid Chassis: A cost-effective eight-slot chassis optimized for low-throughput applications with a high number of channels.

- NI PXIe-8842/8862 Controllers: These simple embedded controllers support Windows 11 and NI Linux Real-Time, ensuring flexible system integration.

- NI PXIe-6381/6383 DAQ Modules: Recognized as the first 18-bit PXI Express multifunction I/O devices, they facilitate accurate low-noise voltage measurements.

Anthony Colette, Vice President of Supplier Management at Farnell, expressed enthusiasm about the new NI PXI modules. He stated, "These innovative NI PXI modules eliminate the trade-offs between functionality and cost. By reducing the implementation costs, we are enabling more engineers to incorporate industry-leading synchronization and software tools into their automated testing systems."

Ordering and Availability

The new NI PXI hardware range is available for order via different channels based on region: Farnell for EMEA and Japan, Newark for North America, and element14 for the APAC region. This targeted approach allows Farnell to cater to a diverse customer base effectively.

About Farnell

Farnell Global is a well-established distributor providing products and technologies for the design, maintenance, and repair of electronic and industrial systems. The company supports customers with reliable, rapid access to required products and services, operating 24/7. With over 80 years of experience and a dedicated team of more than 3,300 experts across 48 regions, Farnell is a key provider of essential components for building future technologies.

Farnell operates under various brands: Newark in the Americas, Farnell in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Japan, element14 in the Asia-Pacific region, and CPC for consumer direct sales in the UK. In 2016, Farnell Global became a part of Avnet, a globally recognized technology distributor, enhancing its capabilities in customer support and unique distribution models, thus offering comprehensive services throughout all phases of the product lifecycle.

For more details, visit Farnell's website.

Press Contacts

Prijankita Praharaj
element14/Farnell APAC Communications Specialist
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Naoko Sugimoto
Farnell Japan Marketing
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