PXI-5153
May 27, 2026

PXI-5153

Product Introduction The PXI-5153 is a 3U PXI high-speed digitizer launched by the US company NI. It is positioned between the PXI-5152 and more advanced models, featuring a 500 MHz bandwidth, 2 GS/s real-time sampling, deep storage, and high synchronization accuracy. It has 2 synchronous analog inputs, an 8-bit ADC, a maximum 2 GS/s real-time sampling, a 500 MHz (–3 dB) analog bandwidth, equivalent time sampling up to 20 GS/s (for repetitive signals), and each channel has an onboard memory option of 8/64/256 MB. It is suitable for high-speed digital, RF, semiconductor, pulse, and nanosecond-level edge signal automated testing.

Description

Model Explanation

PXI: 3U standard PXI hybrid bus, single slot, compatible with PXI/PXIe chassis.

5153: NI 5100 series, representing 2 channels, 500 MHz bandwidth, 2 GS/s, 8-bit high-speed PXI oscilloscope.

Component Number (by memory):

780317‑01: 8 MB / channel

780317‑02: 64 MB / channel

780317‑03: 256 MB / channel

Technical Specifications (25℃, preheating 15 min):

Channels: 2 analog inputs, synchronous sampling

Resolution: 8 bits

Sampling Rate: Real-time maximum 2 GS/s; equivalent time 20 GS/s (repetitive signal)

Analog Bandwidth: 500 MHz (‑3 dB)

Input Voltage Range: ±100 mV to ±5 V (multiple levels, 200 mVpp to 10 Vpp)

Input Impedance: 50 Ω ±2% / 1 MΩ ±0.75% (software selectable)

Coupling Mode: AC/DC (per channel independent)

Onboard Memory: 8/64/256 MB / channel

Rise Time: ≤600 ps (50 Ω, 10%–90%)

Trigger: Edge, Window, Hold, Digital, Immediate, Software; 5 ps time resolution; pre/post trigger

Clock: Internal 2 GHz VCSO; External 10–200 MHz; Phase-locked PXI 10 MHz reference

Power Consumption: Approximately 23 W

Size / Weight: 3U single slot, approximately 480 g

Environment: Operating 0–55℃; Storage -40–70℃; Humidity 10%–90% RH (no condensation) 100 MHz <‑60 dB

Interface and Communication Configuration

Front panel interface

2×BNC (CH0/CH1): Analog input

1×BNC (TRIG): External analog trigger input

1×SMB (CLK IN): External sampling clock / reference

1×SMB (CLK OUT): Internal clock / reference output

2×SMB (PFI0/PFI1): Digital trigger I/O, programmable function interface NI Indicator light

PWR (Green): Power supply is normal

RUN (Green): The acquisition is constantly on, waiting for trigger to flash

ERR (Red): Overheating, overcurrent, PLL lock loss, configuration error NI

Bus and Synchronization

PXI mixed bus, supports trigger bus, Star trigger, RTSI

Multi-module synchronization phase error < 50 ps, supports multi-channel coherent acquisition

Software Driver

NI-SCOPE driver, supports LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C#

NI MAX: Device management, self-check, configuration, calibration

Soft front panel SFP, high-speed waveform analysis, streaming inventory support NI Core function

500 MHz bandwidth + 2 GS/s sampling: Covers high-frequency digital, RF, and pulse signals, captures sub-nanosecond edges

Equivalent 20 GS/s sampling: Ultra-high time resolution for repetitive signals, suitable for clock / jitter measurement

Deep storage and long records: Up to 256 MB / channel, long-term high-speed acquisition and multiple waveform segments

Flexible input configuration: AC/DC coupling, 50 Ω/1 MΩ, multiple voltage ranges

Precise triggering and timing: 5 ps time resolution, multiple triggers, precise capture of transient events

High-speed streaming acquisition: Continuous data transmission and storage, suitable for long-term monitoring

Multi-module ps-level synchronization: Star trigger / RTSI extended multi-channel coherent system Applicable scenarios

High-speed digital testing: FPGA, high-speed interface (USB3/PCIe) timing, level, jitter testing

Radio frequency and communication: 500 MHz RF / modulation / pulse signal time-domain and frequency-domain analysis

Semiconductor testing: chip transient, pulse, high-speed acquisition of process parameters

Ultrasonic and non-destructive testing: high-frequency ultrasonic echo, imaging signal acquisition

Automotive electronics: high-speed sensors, radar, vehicle network testing

Research and defense: pulsed laser, high-speed physics, transient electromagnetic signal capture

User and maintenance instructions

Installation and power-on

Power off installation, single slot fixed; chassis reliable grounding to prevent static electricity

Power on preheating for 15 minutes, NI MAX self-check without hardware errors

Keep ventilation during operation, temperature ≤ 55℃, do not block fans

Wiring and operation

High-frequency signals use 50 Ω coaxial, BNC tightened to reduce reflection

Select 50 Ω for high frequency, 1 MΩ for low frequency/high voltage; AC coupling for small signals, DC coupling for DC

Set trigger level reasonably to avoid false triggering; prioritize edge triggering for high-speed signals

Use PXI Star for multi-module synchronization to ensure ps-level phase consistency

Maintenance and calibration

It is recommended to conduct NIST traceability once every 2 years; perform internal self-calibration to compensate for temperature drift

Regularly clean BNC/SMB interfaces to keep dry; add dust caps for long-term inactivity

Avoid condensation in the environment, humidity 10%–90% RH, away from strong electromagnetic interference and vibration

Do not input >±7 V voltage; do not plug and unplug while powered on; avoid severe vibrations


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