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INSTALLATION GUIDE

NI PXI-2585/2586 
Connector and Backshell Kit

This document describes how to create and install a cable that connects 
high current signals to the NI PXI-2585 or NI PXI-2586 switch module.

Introduction

The connector and backshell kit for the PXI-2585/2586 switch module 
contains all of the components necessary to build a cable assembly that is 
safe for use with the entire operating range of the PXI-2585/2586 series of 
products. Read through this installation guide carefully to ensure that the 
cable you build is safe to use with your switch module.

Caution

When hazardous voltages (>42.4 V

pk

/60 VDC) are present on any solder cup pin, 

safety low-voltage (

42.4 V

pk

/60 VDC) cannot be connected to any other solder cup pin.

The PXI-2585/2586 connector and backshell kit contains the following:

Empty metal backshell

Solder cup pins (Qty. 22)

0.050 in. Allen wrench

Polyimide tape

You must supply the following items to complete the construction of the 
cable:

Soldering iron

16 AWG stranded wire 

Caution

If your cable assemblywill be used in high-voltage applications (>42.4V

pk

/60VDC), 

you 

must

 use UL style 2464 approved cable.

Specifications for the module with which the cable will be used

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Summary of Contents for NI PXI-2585

Page 1: ...y to ensure that the cable you build is safe to use with your switch module Caution When hazardous voltages 42 4 Vpk 60 VDC are present on any solder cup pin safety low voltage 42 4 Vpk 60 VDC cannot...

Page 2: ...the following steps to construct a cable assembly designed to meet high voltage requirements 42 4 Vpk 60 VDC Note If your cable assembly will be used only in low voltage applications the use of UL st...

Page 3: ...Connector and Backshell for the PXI 2585 2586 5 Remove the set screws from the knobs of the jack screws using the Allen wrench 6 Loosen the strain relief bracket until it is fully open 7 Remove the me...

Page 4: ...ll snap into place when inserted correctly as shown in Figure 3 Note The letters on the backshell connector match the letters on the module For example connector position A on your PXI 2585 2586 switc...

Page 5: ...pe from the roll provided Wrap the tape around the connector twice near the interface between the conductors and the connector The connector should now look like Figure 4 Caution The polyimide tape mu...

Page 6: ...he jack screw shaped like a socket nearest to pin U of the connector Insert the male jack screw nearest to pin A of the connector to ensure proper mating Accessories Table 1 Optional Third Party Acces...

Page 7: ...al Instruments trademarks Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies For patents covering National Instruments products refer to the a...

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