National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
Jan 10, 2003 Model FP-1300 FieldPoint CAN interface module provides access to 50+ I/O modules by adding distributed I/O to capabilities of CAN-based measurement systems and direct CAN connectivity to sensors/actuators. Users can add CAN nodes containing up to 9 I/O modules each to existing CAN networks. NI-CAN v2.0 driver software allows engineers to specify arbitration ID and customize I/O data configuration with configuration tools for Vector database files and monitoring frames on CAN network.

Acromag, Inc.    Wixom, MI 48393 7037
Jan 09, 2003 BusWorks® 965PB Input Modules interface thermocouple and millivolt signals directly to ProfiBus-DP network. With up to 6 channels of input, modules support operation on 12–36 Vdc power supplies and support communication rates up to 12M baud. Features include user-selectable ranges for sensors and signals, sigma-delta 16-bit A/D converters, built-in CJC sensors, and thermocouple break detection. Three-way 1500 Vac isolation protects against surges and ground loops.

Sixnet    Clifton Park, NY 12065 0767
Jan 09, 2003 SixTRAK® Model ST-GT-1210 entry level Controller/Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), for SixTRAK I/O Gateways, includes 10/100 Ethernet, RS232, RS485, and ST-BUS I/O ports. It interfaces to thousands of I/O, runs ISaGRAF IEC 61131-3 programs, performs datalogging, and interfaces to 3rd party Modbus devices, all in real-time. Features include process control and SCADA functionality. Operating temperature range is -40 to +70°C.

PITTMAN    Harleysville, PA 19438 0003
Jan 09, 2003 Reflective Optical Sensing 35 mm Encoder for brush-commutated and brushless DC motors, features PC board-based modular design and multi-tracked code discs to enable resolutions from 192–512 counts/revolution. Incremental, non-contacting rotary-to-digital feedback device translates real-time shaft angle, speed, and direction of rotation to TTL-compatible outputs. Outputs are 2-channel, in quadrature, with medium resolution encoding.

InterlinkBT, LLC    Minneapolis, MN 55441
Dec 27, 2002 AIM ST Module, busstop®, mounts directly on motor control enclosures to provide I/O, power, and network signals to inside and outside enclosure. Product offers up to 8 dry contactor inputs and outputs. From outside enclosure, signals are accessed via 5-Pin eurofast® or 4-Pin and 5-Pin minifast® connectors. Rear screw terminals provide clean way to get power and DeviceNet(TM) signals inside enclosure. LED's on front indicate inputs, outputs, and station status.

Danaher Controls    Gurnee, IL 60031
Dec 27, 2002 Using Bidirectional Synchronous Serial Interface, all-digital product runs at 10 MHz and includes cyclic redundancy check (CRC). Hardware-compatible with SSI, BiSS sends full absolute position data whenever controller polls encoders. Able to be configured for point-to-point use, BiSS can carry additional data via internal register. Additional offerings include adjustable protocol length, 4 unidirectional lines, and plug-and-play operability.

Computer Conversions Corp.    East Northport, NY 11731
Dec 27, 2002 Solid state tracking modules convert synchro inputs of 11.8 or 90 V, 400 Hz, or 90 V, 60 Hz into 14 bit parallel binary outputs representing angle with accuracy of ±4 arc minutes, ±.9 LSB. Products have isolated reference and synchro inputs and track rates up to 1,800°/sec at 60 or 400 Hz. Insensitive to input amplitude and frequency variations, digital output is buffered and DTL/TTL compatible. P.C. board mounting module measures 2.6 x 3.1 x .82 or 1 in. high.

Danaher Controls    Gurnee, IL 60031
Dec 27, 2002 Dynapar ACURO encoder series is available with various resolutions, single- or multi-turn configurations, and solid- or hollow-shaft coupling. ACURO Industry has 58 mm housing for industrial and systems engineering applications, while ACURO Drive is suited for use with motors as feedback element. Former provides resolutions up to 17 bits in single-turn configuration, while latter provides up to 22 bits. Each encoder provides resolutions to 12 bits in multi-turn configuration.

Tracewell Systems, Inc.    Westerville, OH 43081-8846
Dec 26, 2002 System Management Module is a programmable, stand-alone, intelligent monitoring board. It monitors voltages, temperatures, current, and fan speed and reports present status and alarm conditions via RS-232, Ethernet, and I²C communications links. Base unit monitors up to 8 points for over- and under-voltage, up to 4 fans, up to 3 temperature sensors, and DC OK/AC OK inputs. Outputs include 1 multi-purpose LED indicator, up to 2 open-collector outputs, and 1 form C relay output.

TDK Systems    Newton, MA 02464-1502
Dec 23, 2002 Bluetooth Intelligent Serial Module allows industrial processing and manufacturing equipment to be wirelessly linked to Process Logic Control systems. Product enables transfer of data and operating commands without need for cables, acting as dumb serial-connected device to host system. Interface uses AT commands which control various operations, and device uses flash memory to implement Bluetooth functions.

Daytronic Corporation    Dayton, OH 45439 1521
Dec 20, 2002 Model 5D70 single input, dual-output, software-programmable conditioner provides input of pressure, force, torque, weight, and other variables. Self-contained in hard aluminum case, it can be used as in-line signal conditioner or reside in host device. Configurable sensitivity ranges from 0.5–16.0 mV/V, full-scale. Unit includes remotely sensed, user-selectable excitation; chopper-stabilized, low-drift amplification; and low-pass active filtering.

Gould Instrument Inc.    Cleveland, OH 44125 6100
Dec 13, 2002 ViewGraf features removable 11 in. real-time thermal array writer, 12.1 in. real-time display panel, and variety of signal conditioners for any type of signal. It provides 16-bit resolution, up to 500 kS/s sample rate and up to 32 channels, with Gigabytes of memory and PC connectivity. Portable unit prints on 11 in. chart paper at 100 mm/sec. It can print real-time and recorded data, or archive data on hard disk, network, paper, or 250 Mbyte Zip disk.

Sealevel Systems Inc.    Liberty, SC 29657
Dec 12, 2002 Model SIO.104+2 dual port, serial communications adapter provides two RS-232/422/485 ports, allowing field-selectable connection to real-world devices. Each port can be individually configured and offers automatic control of RTS signal when using RS-485 mode. Adapter uses XR16C850 UART, which supports standard PC data rates with top speed of 460.8 Kbps. It provides 128 byte FIFO, allowing error-free operation. SeaCOMâ„¢ Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP drivers are included.

Geotest - Marvin Test Systems, Inc.    Irvine, CA 92614-5846
Dec 12, 2002 Models GX5930 and GC5930 provide 32 I/O channels of programmable outputs and threshold inputs. Incorporated DIOEasy software package includes virtual panel stand-alone application, Windows OS driver, and on-line documentation. Suited for applications that require custom voltages/thresholds, GX5930 units are used with PXI-based modules, while GC5930 units are used with PCI cards. Products provide 0–9 V output signals and capture input signals with 0–9 V thresholds.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Dec 12, 2002 Model 400A76 TEDS Sensor Interface Kit provides hardware and software required to interface with TEDS sensors. Operating on Windows PC via an RS-232 port, kit enables user to read/write data in 16 IEEE TEDS templates as well as in 3 templates established by LMS International. Supported transducers include accelerometers, microphones, charge amplifiers, and microphone preamplifiers. Kit consists of RS-232 Hardware Interface Dongle, TEDS Read/Write software, and cable assembly.

ACCES I/O Products, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92121 1506
Dec 09, 2002 Plug-and-play PCI-IDIO-16 I/O PCI utility card provides 16 opto-isolated digital inputs and 16 solid-state FET outputs. Isolated FET outputs, for switching DC signals, are in 3 groups: one group of 8 with complete isolation, and 2 groups of 4 sharing common ground. Input signals are rectified by diode bridge, while constant-current circuit ensures consistent operation. Card is set up via software to generate interrupt whenever digital input changes state.

IOtech, Inc.    Bedford Heights, OH 44146-1833
Dec 06, 2002 Available with 7 or 14 thermocouple input channels, DaqTempâ„¢ Series measures temperature, voltage, frequency, and pulse count. With digital I/O and analog output, series consists of plug-and-play PCI board, cable, and screw-terminal signal conditioning pod. Channel-to-channel variation and noise less is than 0.2°C and accuracy is better than 1.0°C. DaqViewâ„¢ Out-of-the-Boxâ„¢ software allows users to set up acquisition, view results in real-time, and save data to disk.

Microstar Laboratories, Inc.    Bellevue, WA 98004-3039
Dec 04, 2002 Model DAPâ„¢ 5400a/627 Data Acquisition Processorâ„¢ has 128 Mbyte data buffer and can acquire 2 million 14-bit resolution samples/sec simultaneously on 4 of its 16 channels. DAPLâ„¢ 2000 operating system allows real-time work under Windows® XP/2000/NT/ME/95/98 and offers user interface in Visual Basic®, LabVIEW®, or other software, free from PC-related delays. Real-time functions include software triggering, data reduction, filtering, FFT, and order analysis.

Wieland Electric Inc.    Burgaw, NC 28425
Dec 03, 2002 DIN-rail mountable dipos Series transmits thermocouple sensor signals with isolation from resistive, inductive, or capacitive interference. Modules are coded for error-free installation and sealed to prevent unauthorized access. Housings are 12.5 mm wide and available in spring and screw-clamp versions. Units provide 4 kV insulation voltage and include circuit status LEDs, zero/span adjustment, cold junction compensation, and interval jumpering for power bussing.

APA Optics Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55449-7218
Dec 02, 2002 Multimode fiber-based DWDM mux/demux offers 8 channel, 200 GHz spacing. It features uniform channel-to-channel insertion loss and large bandwidth due to broad flat-top passband. Insertion loss is typically less than 1 dB and polarization dependent loss is less than 0.3 dB over -40 to +85°C without any active temperature control. Variation across all channels is less than 0.2 dB. Adjacent channel isolation is typically greater than 30 dB.