The VPX Timing Card is a cutting-edge 3U VPX timing module designed for precision navigation and timing (PNT) applications. Engineered for rugged environments, this conduction-cooled unit delivers highly stable clock references with SOSA alignment, ensuring compatibility with defense and aerospace systems. It features three 1000BASE-KX Ethernet ports, upgradable to 10GBASE-KR, supporting PTP (IEEE 1588-2008) and NTP (RFC 5905). With 11 programmable radial clocks, optional Chip Scale Atomic Clock (CSAC), and M-Code GPS, it offers exceptional accuracy and reliability. Ideal for mission-critical applications, this module ensures low jitter and precise synchronization.
Key Features
- SOSA Aligned: Seamlessly integrates with standardized open architectures.
- 3U VPX Form-Factor: Compact design for space-constrained applications.
- Ruggedization Level 200: Built for harsh environments, meeting MIL-STD-810 standards.
- 11 Radial Clock Outputs: Programmable AUX (1PPS) and REF (10MHz-3GHz) clocks.
- Low Jitter Performance: ±25ps group skew and ±10ns phase alignment.
- Optional CSAC Holdover: Enhances accuracy in GPS-denied environments.
- M-Code GPS Support: Secure GNSS for defense applications.
- Timecode I/O Compatibility: Supports HQ1, HQ2, IRIG-AM, IRIG-DCLS, NMEA 0183, and more.
- Triaxial MEMS IMU: Multi-layered Kalman filtering for enhanced navigation.
- Ethernet Connectivity: Three 1000BASE-KX ports, upgradable to 10GBASE-KR, with PTP/NTP support.
Applications
The VPX Timing Card is tailored for defense and aerospace industries, providing precise timing and synchronization for mission-critical systems. It excels in applications like radar and communication systems, ensuring accurate signal processing in electronic warfare and surveillance. The module’s M-Code GPS and CSAC holdover make it ideal for GPS-denied environments, supporting autonomous navigation in military vehicles and UAVs. Its rugged design suits airborne and ground-based platforms, while the programmable radial clocks enable synchronization in distributed sensor networks. From satellite communications to tactical data links, this card ensures reliable performance in demanding defense scenarios.
