Model 1257
Microwave and Optical Switch Platform

Need an integrated microwave or optical switching system? Do it the no-hassle way. Have the experts at Racal Instruments design and build it for you with our flexible 1257 platform.

Turnkey Switching Solutions Complex optical and microwave communications test systems are tested using a wide variety of signal switching. In addition, these systems often have tight performance constraints. This may make it difficult to build the exact solution you need using standard Plug-In products. Racal's 1257 platform and service enables us to quickly provide you with a high performance turnkey switching solution for your unique needs.		Find Out More Contact us for information / quotes 1257 Product Page 1257 Data Sheet (pdf)

1257 Integration Service

We design each 1257 system to your exact specifications so you can buy just what you need. Systems are delivered with all required power, cooling, cabling, etc. right in the unit. Our application engineers jointly design a solution with you, optimizing price/performance tradeoffs for your specific application. The end result is a solution that maximally meets your design and budget constraints. As a leader in wireless test gear and optical test stations we're experts in the spectrum from RF and Microwave through optical. This positions us as your logical supplier of choice for turnkey microwave and optical signal routing systems.

Superior Technology          Back to Top

Racal's key partnerships give us instant access to the best components in the business. Racal Instruments is a Narda Performance Partner and an Agilent Preferred Solutions Partner. Microwave systems can be assembled with high performance microwave relays, programmable attenuators, mixers, couplers, isolators, amplifiers, dividers/combiners, etc. Internal connections are implemented using carefully selected flex, semi-flex, or semi-rigid cabling to maximize signal integrity. Optical solutions are assembled with high performance switches, attenuators, etc. to meet your specific needs. As a National Instruments Alliance member, we provide you with high performance GPIB interfacing and have skilled LabView and LabWindows/CVI programmers on staff who will write a customized driver for you upon request.

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Racal Instruments has been a leading manufacturer of electronic test equipment for over 40 years. We're a major test systems integrator that has built over 1000 fully integrated test systems. As a key test provider for Intel, we've won their highest supplier award for two years running. Signal switching is one of our key markets. Racal has manufactured modular GPIB switching systems since 1978. Racal's switching experience spans a wide range of formats and technologies, and we are continuously adding to our already extensive switch product line.We take care of you after delivery too, with our 24-hour support hotline. Our experienced service department can provide you with a customized support plan to ensure availability of units at multiple locations worldwide.

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Our applications engineers are ready to configure a 1257 system for you. Give us a call at 1-800-722-2528 and press 3 for technical assistance. Or, you can email us your inquiry at Info@racalinstruments.com. We look forward to being your switching system supplier of choice.

Don't need a fully integrated solution? Check out our standard Plug-In Platforms such as the 1256 and 1255A, and do the cabling yourself.

Either way, we've got you covered!