June 23, 2009 -
Compact CANminiBOX(TM) weighs less than 1 lb and features AMD Élan 133 MHz SC520 processor with 128 MB internal SD-RAM and 512 MB SD-RAM CompactFlash. It offers front-panel availability for 10/100 MBit/sec Ethernet, status LED's, RS232 serial port, CAN port, and one USB 1.1 port. Using 10-28 Vdc power, unit operates within ambient temperatures of 0 to +50°C and features 2 kV ESD protection on all inputs. DIN-rail mounted unit consumes less than 6 W and measures 3 x 2 x 4.7 in.
Maintenance-Free CANbus Controller for Embedded Control Applications
Offers 128 MB SD-RAM Capabilities, Weighs Less than One Pound
Pittsford, NY, USA -Saelig Company, Inc. (Saelig) (www.saelig.com) has announced the debut of CANminiBOX(TM), a versatile, compact embedded controller that is particularly well-suited for embedded CANbus control applications. Units incorporate high-reliability components, with a wide variety of hardware and software options also available in the tiny Élan-based CANminiBOX(TM). The product's 128 MB SD-RAM capacity is sufficient to control the pre-installed Linux OS (other options available), while a 512 MB CompactFlash card storage can easily be upgraded. CANminiBOX(TM) also offers low power consumption (less than 6W), ensuring the reliability of passive cooling. DIN-rail mounted units can be placed almost anywhere, even in the tightest locations, due to its remarkably small dimensions: 3" x 2" x 4.7".
Even with a diverse array of front panel standard interface connections, this versatile controller system weighs less than 1 lb. The unit's Linux operating system comes pre-installed as standard, while other choices such as QNX or VxWorks are easily integrated to suit customer needs. Each CANminiBOX(TM) system is 100% tested and customizable with additional I/O or CANbus ports, even in small quantities, with design-team hardware and software support at no extra cost. CANminiBOX(TM)'s guaranteed lifetime of at least five years is essential when designing-in controllers for medical or military and aerospace equipment.
CANminiBOX(TM) features an AMD Élan 133MHz SC520 processor with 128 MB internal SD-RAM and 512 MB SD-RAM CompactFlash, with front-panel availability for 10/100MBit/s Ethernet, status LED's, an RS232 serial port, a CAN port, and one USB1.1 port. Units are 10-28VDC powered, making them ideal for vehicle battery-powered operation. CANminiBOX(TM) is designed to operate within an ambient temperature range of 0 to +50° C (+32° F to +120° F). All inputs feature ESD protection of 2kV. Fanless operation provides fit-and-forget, maintenance-free operation, making CANminiBOX(TM) the perfect solution for a wide variety of embedded automation needs.
Made in Europe by Janz AG, a leading industrial control and CANbus manufacturer, CANminiBOX(TM) is available now from Saelig, with units starting at $795.00 USD. For detailed specifications, free technical assistance, or additional information, please contact (toll-free in the US) 1-888-7SAELIG, via email: info@saelig.com, or visit www.saelig.com or www.janz.com
About Saelig Company, Inc.
Founded in 1988 in Rochester, New York, Saelig is a North American distributor with a growing reputation for finding and sourcing unique, easy-to-use control and instrumentation products and related active components, for use in a variety of industries, including: automation, automotive, aerospace & defense, computers, controls, embedded systems, medical & pharmaceutical manufacturing, motion control, R&D, wireless, etc. Products lines are continuously added from sources across the globe, and are offered at highly competitive prices, accompanied by full in-house technical support, exceptional customer service, and fast delivery. For full details of available product lines, please visit www.saelig.com.
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Alan Lowne President
USA
Phone: 585-385-1750 E-mail this person Company Information: Name: Saelig Co., Inc. Address: 1160-D2 Pittsford-Victor Rd. City: Pittsford State: NY ZIP: 14534 Country: USA Phone: 585-385-1750 FAX: 585-385-1768 http://www.saelig.com
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