Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
May 20, 2004 Housed in 2 x 2 x 0.7 in. metal enclosure, CAN-USB(TM) has CAN-Layer-2 Interface and delivers intelligent CAN connection from USB port. It provides plug-and-play opto-isolated SJA1000 CAN controller with 128 kB on-board Flash and 128 kB SRAM memory for storing and running software. Firmware can be upgraded over USB bus, and CAN interface is made via 9-pin DIN connector. Software features include control of CANbus termination and drivers for Windows XP/2000.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
May 20, 2004 Battery-Powered Signal Conditioners, suited for powering ICP® pressure, force, and vibration sensors, provide constant-current sensor excitation. They offer features such as gain, integration, sensor bias monitoring, battery status indication, and input fault detection. Use of product enables low-noise operation and reduction of ground loop problems. Applications include in-vehicle testing or remote locations where line power may be unavailable.

Strategic Test Corporation    Woburn, MA 01801-1915
May 18, 2004 UltraFast UF3132 provides 8 analog input channels on one card; up to 16 cards can be combined in industrial PC. Product employs eight 12-bit A/D converters with max sampling rates of 25 MSamples/sec, provides simultaneous sampling, and has up to 256 MSample onboard signal memory. Each channel has 8 software-selectable input voltage ranges from ±50 mV to ±10 V and option of 50 Ohm or 1 MOhm input impedance. Unit has 2 modes of operation: standard and FIFO.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
May 14, 2004 Housed in 38-pin QFN package, LTC2449 automatically calibrates and removes offsets and drifts from external analog signal chain up to sensor output. Built with multiplexer architecture, 8 kHz, 16-Channel delta-sigma analog-to-digital converter (ADC) employs No Latency Delta Sigma(TM) architecture, along with 4 kHz conversion rate, that allows all 16-channels to be scanned in 4 msec. Features include programmable filter, internal oscillator, and 5 V supply operation.

Heim Data Systems, Inc.    Belmar, NJ 07719
May 14, 2004 Portable A Series DiSC6 provides online PC data acquisition, and may also operate as recorder using optional tape, disk, or solid state drives. It features 6 signal module slots with optional extension to 12, providing up to 72 synchronously sampled channels. Total system bandwidth is 640 kHz with channel bandwidth from 150–200 kHz. Time code generator/reader with GPS time synchronization ensures accurate annotation and logical access to recorded data.

Astro-Med, Inc.    West Warwick, RI 02893
May 14, 2004 Written in LabVIEW, AstroDAQ Xe PC-based data acquisition (DAQ) system captures 8 analog signals directly to internal 18 GByte hard drive at sample rate of 200 kHz/channel. Sample rates are selectable from 1 sample/min to 200,000 samples/sec/channel, and modular inputs allow each channel to be configured independently. Able to integrate into any system, product connects to any computer via USB 2.0 and provides real-time data viewing.

Yokogawa Corp. Of America    Newnan, GA 30265 1040
May 14, 2004 DAQSTATION DX200 Expandable model provides graphical display, alarming, and archiving of up to 200 process values sourced from external measurement hardware. In addition to built-in measurement channels, it receives process input data from any hardware platform equipped with serial MODBUS RTU communications, such as DARWIN data acquisition systems, PLCs, and controllers. Network connectivity functions include FTP file transfer, web server, and email messaging.

Shindengen America, Inc.    Westlake Village, CA 91362
May 12, 2004 Model HBQ12R135 functions as bus converter in distributed architecture applications, or provides isolated 12 V output where needed. Features include quarter brick size and 162 W power rating. Device meets requirements of 48 V telecom, networking, and datacom applications.

Dataforth Corp.    Tucson, AZ 85706
May 12, 2004 Intelligent, modular isoLynx® SLX100, comprised of 12-channel base system with I/O controller module and optional 8- or 16-channel expansion backplanes, accepts single-channel digital or analog I/O modules and provides 1,500 Vrms analog I/O isolation. One I/O controller module operates up to 60 channels of differential analog I/O and 128 channels of digital I/O. It contains microcontroller, A/D and D/A subsystem, communication interface, system memory, and status LEDs.

Mosaic Industries    Newark, CA 94560
May 11, 2004 QScreen Controllerâ„¢ is a C-programmable embedded computer powered by HC11 Motorola microprocessor. It features real-time multitasking operating system, hundreds of pre-coded device drivers, up to 1 M Flash, and 512 K RAM. Controller commands eight 8-bit A/D lines, 8 digital I/O lines, and 2 RS232/485 ports. It can host up to 7 stackable Wildcardâ„¢ I/O modules. Applications include scientific instruments, robotics, and portable data acquisition.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
May 10, 2004 Digital diagnostic modules 1794-IB16D and 1794-OB16D detect open wire, short circuit, and reverse polarity of external power. Suited for I/O installations where more than 128 I/O points are required in one location or panel, 32-point I/O modules 1794-IB32 and 1794-OB32P are 24 Vdc sink input and 24 Vdc protected source output modules, respectively. FLEXEx(TM) ControlNet coax barrier module 1797-BCNR allows users to connect to FLEXEx ControlNet adapters in hazardous areas via coax.

WAGO Corp.    Germantown, WI 53022
May 07, 2004 Model 750-653/000-021 RS-485 interface I/O module provides communication link between MOVIDRIVE frequency inverter and programmable fieldbus controllers. Connection provides 3 words of process input data, as well as 3 words of output data from converter for decentralized control or network master control via PFC. System offers connectivity to over 16 fieldbus protocols, as well as over 100 I/O modules for analog, digital, and special function signal interfaces.

Renco Encoders, Inc.    Goleta, CA 93117
May 07, 2004 RCM15si combines brushless motor commutation pulses and incremental position feedback in one optical encoder. Index and commutation information is transmitted via RS 485 serial interface, which also allows for motor and controller setup. Available with resolutions up to 2048 lines, encoder provides commutation for 4, 6, or 8 pole brushless motors. It features slide/gap mechanism and built-in servo groove that allows ±20° rotation of encoder.

Advantech Automation Corp.    Cincinnati, OH 45240
May 06, 2004 Suited for simpler control system architectures, 16-channel ADAM-6052 provides 8 digital inputs and 8 source-type digital outputs. Built-in web server, based on Java programming language, enables users to remotely read values and can be customized to meet exact requirements. Communication watchdog and network failure safety function resets outputs to pre-configured values if network failure takes place. Several mounting options are available.

Advantech Automation Corp.    Cincinnati, OH 45240
May 05, 2004 Series 1700 PCI Cards feature isolated digital input and output channels with protection up to 2,500 Vdc. All outputs keep last values after hot system reset and provide channel-freeze function that keeps current output status unchanged for each channel during operation. Most boards support Board ID function, which helps engineers identify and access each card during hardware and software configuration when multiple cards are installed on same PC.

Shindengen America, Inc.    Westlake Village, CA 91362
Apr 30, 2004 Model MD5001 contains control IC and main switch MOSFET on single chip, SOP-8 package. Input voltage range is 4.5–14 V and output voltage is 0.8–12 V with maximum output current of 1 A. Unit includes remote on/off, overcurrent protection, and built-in thermal protection. It is recommended for designers who have employed regulators but find thermal issues to be a problem and have insufficient space to fit cooling fan.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Apr 29, 2004 ArmorPoint(TM) I/O combines benefits of plug-and-play system with IP67-rated design. It consists of adapters, I/O modules, power supplies, and backplane bus extenders. ArmorPoint includes 30 I/O modules and communication adapters for DeviceNet(TM), ControlNet(TM), EtherNet/IP(TM), and other open networks. Small increments of I/O per module are provided with 1-8 channels. I/O module types include DC, AC, digital, analog, counters, encoders, and serial interfaces.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Apr 28, 2004 ArmorBlock(TM) I/O series combines adapter, power supply, and I/O into industrially sealed package, making it suitable for distributed, on-machine applications. Eight-point version can be configured for any mix of I/O, such as 7 inputs and 1 output, or 2 inputs and 6 outputs. IP67 rated unit is resistant to water and corrosion, and can be front or side mounted directly on machine. Series includes 12 modules for DeviceNet(TM) and other open networks.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921
Apr 27, 2004 Integrated into strain gage transducer, CellMite 100 Embedded Digital Signal Conditioner Unit generates ±10 V analog output along with serial digital output. Unit compensates for transducer nonlinearities with integrated, 6-point calibration capability. Multi-drop RS232 serial port, unit addressing capabilities, and command set allow for connection of multiple units in serial network configuration. Unit features multi-point and mV/V calibration and remote sense excitation.

C & D Technologies    Mansfield, MA 02048-1151
Apr 23, 2004 Housed in 32-pin ceramic TDIP package, 18-bit ADS-953 optimizes signal return paths and provides internal, local decoupling to obtain -95 dB peak harmonics and 76 µVrms noise-level performance. Signal-to-Noise Ratio is 93 dB, and unit offers no missing codes over operating temperature range. Gate array provides all timing and control logic needed to operate from single edge-triggered start convert pulse, while providing output data with no pipeline delays.