PAtools is comprehensive test automation software for complex and scalable test benches. It combines test sequencing, real-time hardware interaction, and low-code configuration to improve efficiency, consistency, and product quality across all stages of validation.
Interface test equipment, safety systems, and I/O using multiple protocols for monitoring and control. Use existing drivers or create your own.
Analyze data directly in PAtools to monitor and optimize results—or connect with NI SystemLink™ software to centralize test data and improve accessibility across the organization.
Build from standard templates and modules within the base application, or adapt existing applications to meet specific test station requirements.
Use the table-driven configuration environment to define test procedures and DUTs quickly—and easily generate new versions as requirements evolve.
Deploy applications to NI real-time controllers for reliable manually, semi-, or fully automated test execution with customizable user interfaces for station operators.
NI PAtools™ Software Suites
PAtools Software Suites extend the PAtools development and debug capabilities with adaptable tools for battery and e-powertrain testing. They combine standardized modules with customization options to provide a strong starting point.
Hardware Compatibility
PAtools integrates seamlessly with NI PXI real-time controllers and PXI Express chassis to ensure deterministic execution and precise synchronization across complex test environments. PAtools supports diverse instruments and third-party devices using CAN, EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus, and serial, as well as automotive protocols such as UDS for BMS and CMC communication, making it ideal for safety- and time-critical test systems.