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When Hurricane Helene, Apex Waves donated 10% of our proceeds to local relief efforts & received the Impact Award from the Cary Chamber of Commerce. Dear customers, we could not have achieved our donation goal without you. Thank you! #WNCRelief #apexwaves #CommunitySupport
💻 What exactly is an operating system—and why does it matter in a test system?
Our latest YouTube video breaks down the role of an operating system, how it manages hardware and software resources, and why choosing the right one can impact compatibility, performance, and reliability.
Whether you’re working with Windows, Linux, or a real-time OS, understanding the basics is an important first step toward building and maintaining a dependable test system.
🎥 Watch the full video now: youtube.com/@apexwaves
#ApexWaves #OperatingSystem #Windows #Linux #RealTimeOS #TestAndMeasurement #NIHardware #EngineeringTips #TechEducation
📡 Industry News: Samtec Pushes Millimeter-Wave Connectivity to 120 GHz
Samtec has introduced the 100-CM Series, a new 1.0 mm vertical compression-mount connector designed for advanced RF and test applications from DC to 120 GHz. Its solderless, field-replaceable design and precision alignment features are built to improve repeatability, simplify integration, and maintain strong signal integrity through W-band and into D-band frequencies.
For engineers working on next-generation RF, microwave, and high-speed digital systems, this new connector offers a flexible alternative to more complex or costly interconnect solutions.
Read more: everythingrf.com/news/detail…
#ApexWaves #IndustryNews #Samtec #RFEngineering #MillimeterWave #Microwave #TestAndMeasurement #SignalIntegrity #EngineeringInnovation
🔧 Featured Part: NI PXI-1042
This week’s featured part is the NI PXI-1042, a PXI chassis designed to provide a reliable platform for modular test, measurement, and automation systems. With support for multiple PXI modules in a single enclosure, it’s a practical choice for building or maintaining legacy systems that need dependable timing, power, and connectivity.
At Apex Waves, our PXI hardware is fully tested and ready to ship when you need it.
Request a quote: apexwaves.com/modular-system…
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🎥 Featured Part: NI USB-4431
This week’s featured part is the NI USB-4431, a dynamic signal acquisition device built for high-quality sound, vibration, and AC measurements. With simultaneous analog input and output in a convenient USB form factor, it’s a strong choice for portable testing, acoustic analysis, and signal characterization.
Watch the reel to learn more about the USB-4431 and where it fits in dynamic measurement applications.
#FeaturedPart #SoundAndVibration #NIHardware #DataAcquisition #TestAndMeasurement
Trick or Treat! 🎃
This year I'm dressing up as an obsolete part because what is scarier than knowing your test equipment is no longer available?! Good news! Here at Apex Waves we stock legacy parts and still offer support for obsolete parts!
If you're living a nightmare of not being able to find the parts you need, reach out to us and let us scavenge hunt for you! Contact us at sales@apexwaves.com or call/text 919-809-5227.
Happy Friday and Happy Halloween! 👻
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🎥 Featured Part: NI PCIe-6320
Our latest featured part video takes a closer look at the NI PCIe-6320, an X Series multifunction DAQ device built for analog input, digital I/O, and counter/timer applications. With 16-bit analog input sampling up to 250 kS/s, it’s a versatile option for automated test, monitoring, and control systems.
▶️ Watch the full video to learn more about the PCIe-6320 and where it fits in a modern or legacy test setup: youtu.be/ifCzGd_rLv4?si=Qn2q…
#ApexWaves #PCIe6320 #FeaturedPart #DataAcquisition #DAQ #NIHardware #TestAndMeasurement #AutomatedTest #Engineering
💻 Concurrency vs. Parallelism — What’s the Difference?
They’re often used interchangeably, but they describe two different ways of handling multiple tasks. Concurrency lets tasks make progress during the same period by switching between them, while parallelism executes multiple tasks at the same time using separate processing resources.
Check out our graphic for a quick breakdown of how the two compare!
#ApexWaves #Concurrency #Parallelism #ComputerScience #Programming #Engineering #TechTips #SoftwareDevelopment
⚙️ Obsolete doesn’t mean unsupported.
At Apex Waves, we help keep legacy NI systems running long after hardware reaches end-of-life. Our support includes 3-year warranties on new hardware, 2-year warranties on refurbished equipment, repair services, free manual and driver downloads, and fully tested hardware shipped with the proper documentation.
When the manufacturer moves on, we’re still here to help you maintain the system you already depend on.
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🎥 Featured Part: NI-9213
This week’s featured part is the NI-9213, a high-density C Series thermocouple input module designed for temperature measurement applications. With 16 thermocouple input channels, built-in cold-junction compensation, and compatibility with CompactDAQ and CompactRIO systems, it’s a practical choice for thermal testing, environmental monitoring, and industrial measurement.
Watch the reel to learn more about the NI-9213 and how it can fit into your temperature measurement setup.
Request a quote: apexwaves.com/modular-system…
#FeaturedPart #CompactDAQ #CompactRIO #NIHardware #TestAndMeasurement
📡 Industry News: NI Showcases Modular RF Testing at EuMW 2026
At EuMW 2026, NI demonstrated how its PXI-based RF test platform and Channel Emulator System Software (CHESS) can help engineers automate complex RF measurements and recreate real-world wireless conditions in the lab.
By combining PXI hardware, Vector Signal Transceivers, and FPGA processing, the system can handle everything from compression and S-parameter testing to emulating Doppler shift, fading, path loss, interference, and multipath. The result is a more flexible, repeatable way to validate RF components, radar systems, and advanced wireless technologies.
Learn more by visiting: everythingrf.com/news/detail…
#IndustryNews #NI #PXI #RFTesting #CHESS #VectorSignalTransceiver #WirelessTesting #TestAndMeasurement
🎥 PXI or PXIe—what actually works together?
Our latest YouTube video is a comprehensive guide to PXI and PXIe compatibility, covering the key differences between the platforms, slot and module compatibility, hybrid slots, and what to check before adding hardware to your system.
Whether you’re maintaining a legacy PXI setup, upgrading to PXIe, or building a new test system, this guide can help you avoid compatibility issues and choose the right hardware with confidence.
▶️ Watch the full video now: youtube.com/@apexwaves
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🔌 Male vs. Female BNC Connectors—What’s the Difference?
BNC connectors may look similar at first glance, but the difference comes down to how they connect. A male BNC connector typically has the center pin and locking collar, while a female BNC connector has the center receptacle and matching interface.
Knowing which connector type you need can help prevent compatibility issues when setting up oscilloscopes, signal generators, DAQ systems, and other test equipment.
#ApexWaves #BNC #TestAndMeasurement #EngineeringTips #Oscilloscope #DAQ #SignalGenerator #TestEquipment
📡 Industry News: High-Density RF Connectivity Gets More Compact
Teledyne Storm Microwave has introduced MultiFlex Micro-D, a new RF interconnect platform developed with Omnetics Connector Corporation for demanding aerospace, defense, satellite, and unmanned applications. Supporting high-frequency performance up to 67 GHz, the platform combines rugged Micro-D connectivity with Storm Flex cable technology to help engineers reduce size and weight without sacrificing RF performance.
For systems where space is limited but performance still matters, MultiFlex Micro-D offers a flexible way to consolidate RF and control connections into a compact footprint.
Read more about it here: teledynestorm.com/en-us/prod…
#ApexWaves #IndustryNews #Teledyne #RFEngineering #Aerospace #DefenseTechnology #SatelliteSystems #Microwave #Connectivity #EngineeringInnovation
🎥 Featured Part: NI PXI-5422
This week’s featured part is the NI PXI-5422, a high-speed arbitrary waveform generator designed for creating precise, programmable signals in automated test systems. It’s well suited for applications such as device characterization, functional testing, communications testing, and other setups that require flexible waveform generation.
Watch the reel to learn more about the PXI-5422 and how it can fit into your PXI test system.
Request a quote: apexwaves.com/modular-system…
#FeaturedPart #WaveformGenerator #PXI #NIHardware #TestAndMeasurement
📊 On This Day in Tech History — October 19, 1979
On this day in 1979, the first real release of VisiCalc was completed. Often recognized as the first widely used spreadsheet program for personal computers, VisiCalc helped show that computers could be powerful tools for business, accounting, and everyday data analysis—not just programming.
Its impact helped pave the way for the spreadsheet software we still rely on today.
#OnThisDay #TechHistory #VisiCalc #Spreadsheet #ComputerHistory #Technology #Innovation
🎥 Featured Part: NI USB-4431
Our latest featured part video takes a closer look at the NI USB-4431, a dynamic signal acquisition device designed for high-quality sound, vibration, and other AC measurement applications. With simultaneous analog input and output capabilities in a convenient USB form factor, it’s a practical option for portable testing, acoustic measurements, and signal analysis.
▶️ Watch the full video to learn more about the USB-4431 and its capabilities. youtube.com/@apexwaves
#FeaturedPart #SoundAndVibration #NIHardware #TestAndMeasurement #Engineering #DataAcquisition
⚠️ NI Obsolescence Update
NI declared several products obsolete on September 30, including the SP500X, PXIe-5641, PXIe-8881, and PXIe-8861. If your system relies on any of these parts, now is a good time to start thinking about spares, replacements, repairs, or long-term support.
At Apex Waves, we specialize in keeping legacy and obsolete NI systems running with tested hardware, repair options, and support for hard-to-find parts.
Request a quote today by calling or texting 919-809-5227 or by emailing us at sales@apexwaves.com
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