SDMX50
SDMX50
End of life50 Ohm Coaxial Multiplexer with Enclosure
No longer available to order
This product is retained for service, documentation, and compatibility information.
Replaced by
- SDM8X50
8-Channel 50 Ohm Coaxial Multiplexer for TDR Systems
- Model:
- SDMX50
- Item Number:
- 17245
- Warranty:
- 1 year
Overview
The SDMX50 is available in a very limited supply. The SDMX50 will be replaced by the SDM8X50.
The SDMX50 is one of three 50 ohm, coaxial, 8:1 multiplexers that can be used in a TDR100-based system. It consists of a surge-protected multiplexer circuit board mounted in a 10" x 12" x 5" environmental enclosure. The enclosure's backplate provides a strain-relief point for the coaxial cables. Cable ties and desiccant are included.
Specifications
- Outside Dimensions
- 40.4 x 29.2 x 17.5 cm
(15.9 x 11.5 x 6.9 in.) with mounts
- Inside Dimensions
- 25.4 x 30.4 x 12.7 cm
(10 x 12 x 5 in.) for enclosure
- Weight
- 4.4 kg
(9.8 lb)
Power Requirements
- Input Power
- 12 Vdc
- Quiescent Current Drain
- < 1 mA
- Current Drain during Switching
- ~ 90 mA
(all multiplexers of the same level switch simultaneously for less than 1 s)
Common Accessories
(2)COAXTDR
TDR RG8 Multiplexer Cable with 2 BNC Plug Connectors
This low-loss coaxial cable connects different levels of SDMX50s or connects the Level 1 SDMX50 to the TDR100.
OrderableCABLE5CBL
5-Conductor 22 AWG Cable with Drain
This cable connects the datalogger to the SDMX50. The CABLE5CBL-L is a 22 AWG, five-conductor cable with a Santoprene jacket and an aluminum Mylar shield.
Orderable
Replacement Parts
(9)5725
14 AWG Enclosure Ground Wire, 24 in. long
This 14 gauge ground wire connects the enclosure ground lug to the datalogger.
Orderable5449
Enclosure Ground Lug
The 5449 ground lug is attached to the enclosure. It may be purchased to replace a lost or damaged ground lug.
Orderable23
Stainless-Steel Nut #10-32
The pn 23 nut is available as a replacement item.
Orderable7363
Enclosure Supply Kit, Standard Size
The enclosure supply kit includes desiccant, a humidity indicator card, cable ties, wire tie tabs, putty for sealing the conduit, and screws and grommets for attaching peripherals to the enclosure backplate.
Orderable2207
4 in. Nylon Cable Tie
The cable ties are constructed from a flexible, nylon material. A connection is made by pulling the tapered end through the locking end, thus forming a loop. The free end is pulled tight to secure the cables, then trimmed back to the locking end. Once attached, the cable tie must be cut to be removed.
Orderable17492
Stainless-Steel U-Bolt Screw 5/16-18 x 2.125 with 2 Silicon Bronze Nuts
The 17492 provides a 5/16" U-bolt and two nuts. This product is used to mount solar panels, mounts, enclosures, or sensors to a mast, tower, or pole.
Orderable4365
Stainless-Steel Flat Washer 5/16
The 4365 can be purchased to replace a lost or damaged washer.
Orderable4366
Stainless-Steel Lock Washer 5/16
The 4366 may be purchased to replace a lost or damaged washer.
Orderable560
Screw #10-32 x .312 Pan Phillips
The 560 screw is used to attach a backplate to the inside of an enclosure.
Orderable
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Services Available
- Repair
- No
- Calibration
- No
- Free Support
- No