Introduction
Chapter 1
SCXI-1100 User Manual
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Custom Cables
The SCXI-1100 rear signal connector is a 50-pin male ribbon-cable header. The manufacturer
part number of the header National Instruments uses is as follows:
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AMP Inc. (part number 1-103310-0)
The mating connector for the SCXI-1100 rear signal connector is a 50-position polarized ribbon-
socket connector with strain relief. National Instruments uses a polarized or keyed connector to
prevent inadvertent upside-down connection to the SCXI-1100. Recommended manufacturer
part numbers for this mating connector are as follows:
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Electronic Products Division/3M (part number 3425-7650)
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T&B/Ansley Corporation (part number 609-5041CE)
Part numbers of standard 50-conductor 28 AWG stranded-ribbon cables that you can use with
these connectors are as follows:
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Electronic Products Division/3M (part number 3365/50)
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T&B/Ansley Corporation (part number 171-50)
The SCXI-1100 front connector is a 96-pin DIN C male connector. The manufacturer part
number of this connector National Instruments uses is as follows:
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Harting Electronik Inc. (part number 09-03-396-6921)
The mating connector for the SCXI-1100 front connector is a 96-pin DIN C female connector.
National Instruments uses a polarized connector to prevent inadvertent upside-down connection
to the SCXI-1100. Recommended manufacturer part numbers for this mating connector are as
follows:
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AMP Inc. (part number 535020-1; right-angle pins)
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Panduit Corporation (part number 100-096-434; straight-solder eyelet pins)
Unpacking
Your SCXI-1100 module is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic damage to
the module. Several components on the module can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. To
avoid such damage in handling the module, take the following precautions:
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Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your SCXI chassis before removing the
module from the package.
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Remove the module from the package and inspect the module for loose components or any
other sign of damage. Notify National Instruments if the module appears damaged in any
way. Do not install a damaged module into your SCXI chassis.