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VTI Instruments | Precision Data Acquisition & PXIe Systems

VTI Instruments, now a prominent brand under AMETEK Programmable Power, is a premier manufacturer of precision modular instrumentation, data acquisition (DAQ) systems, and specialized switching systems. For over 30 years, VTI Instruments has been the trusted backbone for critical testing environments, specifically catering to the aerospace, defense, and power generation industries. Their equipment is heavily relied upon for structural testing, acoustic analysis, and complex electronic validation where failure is not an option.

Key Products and Selection Guide

Product CategoryDescriptionSelection Guide
Data Acquisition (DAQ) SystemsVTI’s DAQ platforms are designed for accurate acquisition of multiple physical parameters across laboratory and industrial environments.Selection parameters are channel count, resolution, sampling rate, supported sensors, interface (PXIe or LXI Ethernet), synchronization etc.
PXIe Modular InstrumentsDesigned for high speed automated test environments.Selection parameters include PXIe compatibility, software language support, triggering, measurement speed etc.
LXI Data Acquisition PlatformsEthernet based standalone instruments for distributed testing.Selection parameters are measurement type (temperature, voltage, strain, pressure), remote access, timing etc.
Signal Switching SystemsVTI offers modular switching products for automated functional testing.Selection parameters are switching type, frequency range, relay type, channel density, control interface etc.
RF & Microwave Switching SystemsDesigned for aerospace, satellite, radar, and RF production testing.Selection parameters are frequency range, switching configurations, architecture, expansion etc.
Sensor Measurement InstrumentsSupports a wide variety of industrial sensors.Selection parameters are sensor type, accuracy, isolation, calibration etc.
Data Acquisition SoftwareVTI complements its hardware with software supporting SCPI programming, IVI drivers, VISA support, LabVIEW integration and Python APIsThese software tools simplify integration into automated test systems and engineering workflows.

Why Choose VTI Instruments?

  • VTI Instruments offer absolute measurement integrity.
  • The primary benefit of their hardware is its built-in, uncompromised signal conditioning, which guarantees incredibly high accuracy (eliminating ground loops and electrical noise) directly at the sensor level.
  • Ttheir high density designs drastically reduce the physical footprint of testing racks, saving valuable laboratory floor space and minimizing complex cabling errors.

Latest Products

Model/ProductDescription/Features
EMX-2632 & EMX-2616 PXIe Multifunction DigitizersHigh performance PXIe architecture, Multifunction digitizer capability
EX1402 High Voltage Measurement Instrument16 isolated measurement channel, 24-bit analog to digital converters, Sampling rates up to 128 kSa/s per channel
EX1403A Bridge & Strain Gauge Instrument16 measurement channels, Measures resistance, RTDs, and +/-10 V inputs
EMX-70xx Programmable Resistor Ladder SeriesDesigned for electronic simulation and hardware validation.
EX7000 Microwave Switching PlatformSwitching solutions up to 100 GHz

Latest News

  • Sep. 18, 2024 : VTI Instruments Unveils EMX-2632 and EMX-2616 PXIe Multifunction Digitizer

Summary

VTI Instruments (an AMETEK brand) provides highly reliable, modular data acquisition and precision switching solutions. For aerospace, defense, and power engineers who require thousands of synchronized channels for structural or acoustic testing, VTI delivers uncompromising accuracy and rugged scalability.

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