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- **High‑Density 96‑Pin Half‑Pitch Connector:** Equipped with a precision 96‑pin half‑pitch (Honda Tsushin Kogyo or equivalent) male connector on one end, compatible with CONTEC’s PCI and CompactPCI I/O boards. - **Open‑End Configuration:** The opposite end of the cable is open, allowing direct wiring to custom terminal blocks, sensors, actuators, or other external devices. - **Shielded Construction:** Full‑length shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, ensuring stable signal transmission in electrically noisy industrial environments. - **Optimized for CONTEC PCI Bus Boards:** Designed for use with digital I/O, analog I/O, counter, and motor control boards such as PIO‑32/32L(PCI), PI‑64L(PCI), PO‑64L(PCI), CNT24‑4D(PCI), and SMC‑2P(PCI). - **Industrial‑Grade Durability:** Built with robust insulation and conductor materials suitable for continuous operation in factory automation, process control, and test systems. - **Flexible 3 m Length:** Provides sufficient reach for rack‑mounted or panel‑mounted installations while maintaining signal integrity. - **High Compatibility:** Interfaces seamlessly with CONTEC terminal units (EPD‑96, DTP‑64(PC)), connector converters (CCB‑96), and monitoring tools (CM‑64(PC)E).
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **Fully Shielded Construction:** The cable employs a double-shielded design to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, ensuring stable signal integrity even in electrically noisy industrial environments. - **37-pin D-type Male Connectors:** Equipped with precision-molded 37-pin D-sub male connectors on both ends, compatible with CONTEC’s DCLC-J37SAF-20L9 (JAE) or equivalent connectors used on I/O boards and terminal units. - **High Signal Fidelity:** Designed for accurate transmission of digital and analog signals between interface boards and external devices. - **Industrial-Grade Durability:** Built for continuous operation in automation systems, test benches, and control panels. - **Standardized Compatibility:** Matches the pinout and mechanical specifications of CONTEC’s 37-pin D-type interface boards, terminal units, and accessories. - **Extended Length:** 5.0 meters total cable length, suitable for flexible installation in control cabinets or between rack-mounted systems. - **Plug-and-Play Integration:** No special configuration required; connects directly between compatible CONTEC boards and terminal units. - **RoHS-Compliant Materials:** Manufactured using environmentally safe materials conforming to international standards.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **High‑Density 96‑Pin Half‑Pitch Connectors:** Equipped with precision 96‑pin half‑pitch (Honda Tsushin Kogyo PCR‑E96LMD or equivalent) connectors on both ends, ensuring compatibility with CONTEC PCI and CompactPCI I/O boards. - **Shielded Construction:** Full‑coverage shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy industrial environments. - **5 m Cable Length:** Provides extended reach for flexible equipment layout while maintaining signal quality over distance. - **Industrial‑Grade Durability:** Designed for continuous operation in automation systems, test benches, and data acquisition setups. - **Plug‑and‑Play Compatibility:** Fully compatible with CONTEC’s digital I/O, analog I/O, counter, and motor control boards that use 96‑pin half‑pitch connectors. - **Standardized Accessory:** Part of CONTEC’s modular accessory ecosystem, ensuring interchangeability with other cable lengths and connector types (1.5 m, 3 m, 5 m variants). - **Noise‑Resistant Signal Transmission:** Shielded twisted‑pair internal wiring reduces susceptibility to external noise and ensures stable digital and analog signal transfer. - **Molded Connector Ends:** Factory‑molded connectors provide strain relief and mechanical robustness, preventing pin damage and ensuring long‑term reliability.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **Purpose‑built for CONTEC PCI Bus Digital I/O Boards:** Provides direct connectivity between 96‑pin half‑pitch board connectors and external 37‑pin D‑SUB interfaces. - **Dual 37‑pin D‑SUB Male Outputs:** Converts one 96‑pin half‑pitch connector into two 37‑pin D‑SUB male connectors, enabling connection to two 37‑pin terminal units or devices. - **Shielded Construction:** Employs a 96‑core shielded cable (UL2464) to minimize electrical noise and ensure signal integrity in industrial environments. - **High‑Density Half‑Pitch Connector:** Uses a 96‑pin half‑pitch female connector (PCR‑E96FA by HONDA or equivalent) for compact, reliable board connection. - **Industrial‑Grade D‑SUB Connectors:** Two 37‑pin D‑SUB male connectors (17JE‑23370‑02(D1) by DDK or equivalent) with UNC #4‑40 thumb screws for secure attachment. - **Multiple Length Options:** Available in 1.5 m, 3 m, and 5 m variants (PCB96WS‑1.5P, PCB96WS‑3P, PCB96WS‑5P). - **Compatibility:** Designed for use with CONTEC digital I/O boards such as PIO‑32/32L(PCI), PIO‑64/64L(PCI), PI‑64L(PCI), PO‑64L(PCI), and other 96‑pin half‑pitch interface models. - **Noise‑Resistant Shielding:** Full‑length shielding prevents crosstalk and external EMI interference, ensuring reliable high‑speed digital signal transmission. - **Industrial Durability:** Molded connectors and robust cable jacket suitable for factory automation, test systems, and control panels. - **Plug‑and‑Play Accessory:** No configuration required; connects directly between board and terminal units such as EPD‑96, DTP‑64(PC), or CCB‑96.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **High-Density 96-Pin Half-Pitch Connector:** Equipped with a precision-engineered 96-pin half-pitch (Honda Tsushin Kogyo compatible) male connector for direct interface with CONTEC PCI I/O boards. - **Open-End Termination:** The opposite end of the cable is open, allowing users to connect individual wires to custom terminal blocks, sensors, actuators, or other external devices. - **Shielded Construction:** The cable is fully shielded to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensure signal integrity in industrial environments. - **Industrial-Grade Durability:** Designed for continuous operation in factory automation, process control, and data acquisition systems. - **Compatibility:** Fully compatible with CONTEC’s 96-pin half-pitch interface boards, including digital I/O, analog I/O, counter, and motor control boards. - **Flexible Integration:** Supports connection to terminal units such as EPD-96, DTP-64(PC), and converter boards like CCB-96. - **Standardized Accessory:** Part of CONTEC’s standardized cable lineup for PCI Bus Series boards, ensuring consistent pin mapping and reliable connectivity.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **Purpose‑built connectivity:** Designed exclusively for linking the PIO‑48D(CB)H digital I/O PC card to the EPD‑96 terminal block, ensuring pin‑to‑pin compatibility and correct signal mapping. - **High‑density connectors:** Utilizes a **68‑pin 0.8 mm pitch mini‑ribbon connector** on the board side and a **96‑pin half‑pitch connector** on the terminal block side, matching CONTEC’s standardized interface scheme. - **Shielded construction:** Employs a fully shielded cable assembly to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and maintain signal integrity in industrial environments. - **Industrial‑grade reliability:** Built to withstand mechanical stress, vibration, and electrical noise typical of factory automation and measurement systems. - **Plug‑and‑play compatibility:** No special configuration required; the cable directly mates with CONTEC’s standard connectors used on the F‑series and L‑series analog/digital I/O boards and terminal units. - **Optimized for high‑speed digital I/O:** Supports the full bandwidth and timing characteristics of the PIO‑48D(CB)H, ensuring accurate signal transmission for high‑speed digital control and monitoring. - **Part of a modular system:** Integrates seamlessly with CONTEC’s ecosystem of boards, cables, and terminal blocks, allowing flexible system configuration and easy maintenance. - **RoHS‑compliant materials:** Constructed using environmentally safe materials in accordance with international directives.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cables and Accessories
- **CardBus 32‑bit PC Card Interface:** Fully compliant with the PC Card Standard Type II (CardBus). Enables plug‑and‑play installation in notebook or embedded systems equipped with CardBus slots. - **Opto‑Isolated I/O:** Both input and output circuits are optically isolated to protect the host system from electrical noise and ground potential differences. - **16 Digital Inputs / 16 Digital Outputs:** - Inputs: 12–24 V DC (negative logic, sink current type). - Outputs: Open‑collector, 35 V DC max, 100 mA max per channel (negative logic). - **Interrupt Capability:** All 16 input channels can be configured as interrupt sources, allowing event‑driven control. - **Fast Response:** Typical response time within 200 µs for both input and output operations. - **Compact Form Factor:** PC Card Type II dimensions (85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm) and lightweight (approx. 60 g). - **Low Power Consumption:** Operates from 3.3 V DC, consuming approximately 120 mA. - **High Noise Immunity:** Opto‑coupler isolation and digital filtering minimize false triggering due to electrical noise or contact chattering. - **Surge and Overcurrent Protection:** Output transistors include built‑in Zener diode and polyswitch protection circuits. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API‑TOOL for Windows and Linux, and VI‑DAQ library for LabVIEW. - **Compatibility:** Connector pin assignment is identical to PIO‑16/16L(PCI)H, PIO‑16/16L(PCI), and PIO‑16/16L(PM) models, ensuring easy migration between bus types. - **Included Accessories:** Connection cable and isolated circuit box are supplied.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **48 Bidirectional Digital I/O Channels:** Provides 48 LVTTL‑level I/O points, configurable as input or output in groups corresponding to two i8255 chips (Mode 0 operation). - **LVTTL‑Level Signaling:** Operates with 3.3 V LVTTL logic (positive logic). Inputs accept 5 V TTL signals, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of external devices. - **Interrupt Capability:** All 48 input channels can generate interrupts. The interrupt trigger edge (rising or falling) is selectable per bit. Interrupts are consolidated into a single INT output line. - **Digital Filter Function:** Built‑in digital filtering prevents false triggering due to noise or contact bounce. Filter time is programmable from 0 to 131.072 ms in 21 steps. - **High‑Speed Response:** Typical response time ≤ 200 ns, enabling fast digital control and monitoring. - **Compact CardBus Form Factor:** Type II PC Card (85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm) suitable for notebook or embedded systems with CardBus slots. - **Software Compatibility:** Bundled with CONTEC’s API‑PAC(W32) driver library for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and API‑DIO(LNX) for Linux. Supports Visual C/C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, Builder, gcc, and Kylix. - **Functionally Equivalent to PCI Model:** Equivalent in functionality to the PIO‑48D(PCI) board, allowing software reuse across platforms. - **Optional Accessories:** Shielded cables (DIO‑68M/96F, PCA68PS‑0.5P/1.5P) and terminal units (EPD‑96, DTP‑64(PC)) for flexible wiring. - **Diagnostic and Configuration Tools:** Includes API‑TOOL Configuration utility and Diagnosis Program for hardware verification and troubleshooting.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **Multi‑Function Integration:** Combines analog input (A/D), analog output (D/A), digital I/O, and counter functions on a single CardBus PC card. - 32 single‑ended / 16 differential analog inputs (16‑bit) - 2 analog outputs (16‑bit) - 4 digital inputs + 4 digital outputs (LVTTL) - 1 32‑bit up‑counter channel - **High‑Speed, High‑Resolution Conversion:** - Analog input: 16‑bit resolution, 2 µs per channel maximum conversion speed - Analog output: 16‑bit resolution, 10 µs per channel maximum update rate - **Bus Master Transfer Function:** Direct DMA‑based data transfer between the card and host memory without CPU load. Supports simultaneous transfer of analog, digital, and counter data synchronized to the analog input clock. - **Event Controller for Synchronized Sampling:** Hardware‑based event controller manages start/stop/clock control for analog input/output, enabling precise synchronization between multiple functions or external triggers. - **On‑Board Buffer Memory:** 64 k‑word FIFO or ring buffer for both A/D and D/A channels, allowing background sampling independent of host CPU performance. - **Software‑Based Calibration:** Analog input/output ranges and calibration parameters can be set entirely via software—no jumpers required. - **Digital Filtering:** Built‑in digital filters on digital I/O, counter, and external control lines to suppress chatter and noise. - **Compact, Portable Design:** Type II CardBus form factor (85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm) ideal for notebook PCs and portable measurement systems. - **Cross‑Platform Compatibility:** Functionally equivalent to the PCI‑bus model ADA16‑32/2(PCI)F, allowing seamless migration between desktop and laptop systems. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes API‑PAC(W32) driver library for Windows and API‑AIO(LNX) for Linux. Compatible with LabVIEW and MATLAB through downloadable VI‑DAQ and ML‑DAQ libraries.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **Multi-Function Integration:** Combines 8-channel analog input, 2-channel analog output, 4-channel digital input, 4-channel digital output, and a 32-bit counter on one compact CardBus card. - **High Precision 16-bit Resolution:** Both A/D and D/A converters provide 16-bit resolution for accurate signal acquisition and generation. - **Analog Input Performance:** ±10V bipolar input range, 10 µs maximum conversion speed per channel, and 1 MΩ or higher input impedance. - **Analog Output Performance:** ±10V bipolar output range, 10 µs maximum conversion speed, ±3 LSB accuracy, and 1 k-word buffer memory. - **Onboard Buffer Memory:** 1k-word buffer for both analog input and output enables background sampling independent of host CPU load. - **Software-Based Calibration:** Analog input/output range and calibration can be configured entirely through software—no jumpers or manual adjustments required. - **Digital I/O:** 4 TTL-level inputs and 4 TTL-level outputs (positive logic) for control and monitoring tasks. - **Counter Function:** 32-bit up counter with one channel, capable of handling binary data and generating interrupts. - **Compact and Portable:** Designed for notebook PCs, enabling mobile data acquisition and control systems. - **Low Power Consumption:** 3.3VDC, 500 mA typical consumption. - **Compatibility:** Functionally equivalent to the ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L (Low Profile PCI version), allowing seamless migration between desktop and laptop systems. - **Filtering and Noise Reduction:** Built-in digital filters on analog and digital I/O lines to minimize chatter and noise interference. - **Software Support:** Includes Windows and Linux drivers, plus libraries for MATLAB and LabVIEW integration.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **CardBus-to-PCI Bus Expansion:** Allows a notebook PC equipped with a CardBus (PC Card Type II) slot to connect to an external PCI bus expansion chassis, adding standard PCI slots for peripheral boards. - **Direct PCI Signal Transmission:** Implements a direct PCI bus extension (Bus Extension Type) rather than a serial conversion, ensuring low-latency, high-integrity signal transmission between host and chassis. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Automatically recognized by Windows operating systems; supports hot insertion under controlled conditions. - **Power Synchronization:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power state, simplifying system management. - **Compact and Portable:** The PC Card form factor (85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm) and lightweight design (approx. 50 g) make it ideal for mobile measurement and control applications. - **High Compatibility:** Complies with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 (+5V/32-bit, 33MHz) and PC Card Standard CardBus (Type II). Compatible with a wide range of CONTEC expansion chassis models. - **Included Cable:** Supplied with a dedicated 1-meter CB-CB68/96 connection cable for reliable high-speed signal transmission. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial environments (0–50°C, 20–90% RH, non-condensing). - **Supported Operating Systems:** Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98SE, and Windows 98. (Windows Vista supported only with specific chassis models.)
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Bus Extensions
- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to the international GPIB communication standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, enabling rapid data acquisition and control in demanding test environments. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Supports **bus master DMA operation**, allowing large data blocks to be transferred directly between the PC and the card without CPU overhead, improving system efficiency. - **Dual 2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte transmit and receive FIFO memory buffers provide smooth, high‑speed data throughput for both small and large data sets. - **Compact CardBus Form Factor:** Designed as a **PC Card Type II** device for notebook or embedded systems requiring portable GPIB connectivity. - **High Reliability:** Employs a CONTEC‑developed high‑speed GPIB controller (µPD7210‑compatible FPGA) ensuring long‑term product availability and stable operation. - **Precision Timing:** Integrated high‑precision application timer for accurate time monitoring and synchronization under Windows environments. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Supplied with a hardware diagnostic program for verifying interrupts, I/O access, and basic communication with external devices. - **Software Support:** Includes **API‑PAC(W32)** driver library for Windows and **API‑GPLV(W32)** for LabVIEW integration. Compatible with Visual C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, C++ Builder, and .NET languages. - **Optional Accessories:** GPIB cables (PCN‑T02 2 m / PCN‑T04 4 m) and connector adapter (CN‑GP/C) for flexible installation. - **Lightweight and Portable:** Approximate weight **40 g** (250 g including cable), ideal for mobile measurement systems.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards
- **IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports up to **1.5 Mbyte/sec** maximum transfer rate for rapid communication with test and measurement devices. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Enables direct memory access (DMA) between the PC and the card, allowing high‑volume data transfers without CPU overhead. - **Dual 2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte transmit and receive FIFO memory buffers ensure stable, high‑speed data throughput. - **Integrated GPIB Bus Analyzer:** Provides real‑time signal analysis of GPIB bus lines, enabling debugging and monitoring of communication traffic. - **SPAS Event Support:** Implements Serial Poll Active State (SPAS) event handling for advanced GPIB slave‑mode operations. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in application timer for accurate time measurement and synchronization under Windows environments. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Includes a hardware diagnostic program for verifying interrupts, I/O access, and communication integrity. - **Line Monitoring:** Reads and latches the status of all control lines (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data lines (DIO1–DIO8). - **FIFO‑Based Communication:** On‑board FIFO memory allows high‑speed communication independent of host CPU performance. - **Analyzer Utility (Analyzer.exe):** Software tool for capturing and analyzing up to 64 K data points of GPIB line transitions. - **Long‑Term Availability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary high‑speed GPIB controller (µPD7210‑compatible FPGA) for stable long‑term supply. - **Compact and Portable:** CardBus Type II form factor suitable for laptops and compact industrial PCs. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes Windows API library (API‑PAC(W32)) and LabVIEW‑compatible driver (API‑GPLV(W32)).
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards
- **CardBus (32-bit PC Card) Compatibility:** Fully compliant with the PC Card Standard Type II (CardBus) interface, enabling use in modern notebook PCs and embedded systems with CardBus slots. - **High-Speed Serial Communication:** Supports RS-232C asynchronous communication at selectable baud rates from 15 bps up to 921,600 bps. - **Standard COM Port Emulation:** Appears as a standard COM port under Windows or Linux, allowing use with existing serial communication software without modification. - **Advanced UART Controller:** Equipped with a 162850-compatible UART featuring a 128-byte FIFO buffer for both transmission and reception, ensuring stable high-speed data transfer and reduced CPU load. - **Interrupt Handling:** Utilizes one interrupt request signal (INTA) for efficient communication management. - **Compact and Portable:** Type II PC Card form factor allows easy installation and removal, ideal for mobile and field applications. - **Cross-Platform Driver Support:** Includes standard COM drivers for Windows (XP/2000/Me/98) and Linux, along with the COM Setup Disk for easy configuration. - **Surge Protection:** Integrated surge protection circuitry safeguards communication lines against voltage spikes and transient currents. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems requiring robust serial connectivity. - **Multiple Board Support:** Up to two COM-1(CB)H cards can be installed in a single system (limited to one under Windows Me/98SE/98 and Linux).
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **High-Speed Serial Communication:** Supports asynchronous RS‑422A/RS‑485 communication at baud rates from 2 bps up to 921,600 bps (software selectable). - **Electrical Isolation:** Incorporates an internal isolation circuit between the PC bus and communication lines, providing 300 V DC dielectric strength to protect against ground potential differences and electrical noise. - **Surge Protection:** All communication lines are equipped with surge protection circuits to prevent damage from transient voltage spikes. - **Long-Distance Communication:** Supports communication distances up to 1,200 m (depending on baud rate and cable quality). - **Flexible Duplex Modes:** Switch-selectable full‑duplex or half‑duplex operation; supports RTS/CTS control and automatic RTS switching for half‑duplex mode. - **Configurable Termination:** Built‑in 100 Ω terminating resistors can be enabled or disabled via DIP switch for proper line termination in multi‑drop (party‑line) networks. - **FIFO Buffers:** 128‑byte transmit and 128‑byte receive FIFO buffers per channel reduce CPU load and ensure stable high‑speed data transfer. - **Standard COM Port Emulation:** Appears as a standard COM port under Windows or Linux, allowing use with existing serial communication software. - **Multi‑OS Support:** Compatible with Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/Me/98SE/98 and Linux. - **Compact and Portable:** Type II CardBus form factor suitable for notebook PCs and portable test systems. - **Diagnostic and Development Tools:** Includes self‑diagnostic utilities (CommChk, CTstCom) and sample programs for Visual Basic and Visual C++. - **Software Development Kit:** Supports CONTEC’s API‑PAC(W32) library for high‑speed, low‑level control via Win32 API functions. - **Dual‑Card Operation:** Up to two COM‑1PD(CB)H cards can be used simultaneously under Windows XP/2000/Server 2003. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for stable operation in environments with electrical noise, vibration, and extended temperature ranges.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **Dual RS-232C Channels:** Provides two independent asynchronous serial communication ports compliant with the RS-232C standard. - **High-Speed Data Transfer:** Supports baud rates from 15 bps up to 921,600 bps, selectable via software. - **CardBus Interface:** Fully compliant with the 32-bit CardBus (PC Card Type II) standard, ensuring high throughput and compatibility with modern notebook PCs. - **Compact and Portable:** Type II PC Card form factor allows easy installation in laptops and compact embedded systems. - **Advanced UART Controller:** Equipped with a 162850-compatible UART featuring a 128-byte FIFO buffer for both transmission and reception, ensuring stable high-speed communication. - **Single Interrupt Line:** Utilizes one interrupt request signal (INTA) for efficient system resource management. - **Surge Protection:** Built-in surge protection circuits safeguard communication lines against voltage spikes and transient currents. - **Cross-Platform Support:** Includes standard COM drivers for Windows and Linux, enabling plug-and-play recognition as standard serial ports (COM1, COM2, etc.). - **Multiple Board Support:** Up to two COM-2(CB)H cards can be installed in a single system (limited to one card under Windows Me/98/98SE and Linux). - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for industrial automation, measurement, and control applications requiring robust and stable serial communication.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **Four Independent RS-232C Channels:** Provides four asynchronous serial communication ports, each operating independently for simultaneous multi-device communication. - **High-Speed Data Transfer:** Supports baud rates from 15 bps up to 921,600 bps, enabling high-performance serial communication with a wide range of devices. - **CardBus (32-bit PC Card) Interface:** Fully compliant with the CardBus standard, ensuring compatibility with modern notebook and embedded systems equipped with PC Card slots. - **UART 162850 Controller:** Each channel is equipped with a 162850-compatible UART featuring a 128-byte FIFO buffer for both transmission and reception, minimizing CPU load and ensuring stable data throughput. - **Single Interrupt (INTA):** Utilizes one interrupt request signal (INTA) for efficient system resource management. - **Compact Type II Form Factor:** Designed to fit standard PC Card Type II slots, making it ideal for portable and space-constrained applications. - **Windows and Linux Compatibility:** Includes standard COM drivers and setup utilities for Windows XP/2000/Me/98 and Linux, allowing the card to function as standard COM ports (COM1–COM256). - **Multiple Board Support:** Up to two COM-4(CB)H cards can be installed in a single system (limited to one card under Windows Me/98/98SE and Linux). - **Surge Protection:** Integrated surge protection circuits safeguard communication lines from voltage spikes and transient currents. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for robust operation in industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: CardBus
- **Four Independent 32‑bit Counters:** Each channel supports up/down counting with two‑phase, single‑phase, or single‑phase + gate control modes. - **High‑Speed LVTTL Input:** Accepts pulse signals up to 10 MHz (duty 50 %). - **Two‑Phase Signal Support:** Capable of decoding quadrature encoder signals (A/B/Z phases). - **Bus‑Master Transfer:** Enables high‑speed DMA data transfer between the card and PC memory without CPU load. - **Programmable Timer:** 1 – 6553 ms (1 ms steps) for periodic interrupts or timing control. - **Digital Filter:** Hardware noise suppression with programmable delay (0.1 µs – 1.6384 ms). - **Interrupt Generation:** One interrupt line with multiple factors – count match, count error, sampling factors, carry/borrow, timer. - **Sampling Function:** Internal or external clock sampling up to 20 MHz (1 ch) using bus‑master DMA. - **Test Pulse Output:** Built‑in 100 kHz LVTTL test pulse for self‑diagnosis. - **Software Compatibility:** Bundled Windows API‑PAC(W32) driver library; supports C/C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, LabVIEW (VI‑DAQ). - **Optional Differential Input Conversion:** Differential/TTL input terminal (CTP‑4D) and CNT‑68M/50M cable enable differential signal operation. - **Compact CardBus Type II Form Factor:** Ideal for notebook or embedded systems requiring portable high‑speed counting. - **RoHS / Pb‑Free Compliant:** Environmentally safe design.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Counter/Timer ISA
- **Rack-Mount Design:** Fully compatible with standard 19-inch rack systems, occupying 6U of vertical rack space. - **High-Density Slot Configuration:** Accommodates up to 12 half-size vertical modules, each with a maximum board dimension of 163 × 122 mm. - **Integrated Power Supply:** Built-in 250W power supply unit ensures stable and reliable power delivery to all installed modules. - **Front-Accessible Layout:** All modules and interfaces are accessible from the front panel, simplifying installation, maintenance, and module replacement. - **3.5" HDD Support:** Internal mounting provision for a standard 3.5-inch hard disk drive, enabling local data storage or system logging. - **Compact and Robust Construction:** Designed for durability and efficient use of rack space, with a total weight of approximately 10 kg. - **Optimized Cooling and Airflow:** The chassis design supports adequate ventilation for continuous operation in industrial or data center environments. - **Modular Expandability:** Supports various module configurations, allowing flexible system design and scalability.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cases for Industrial Computing
- **CompactPCI Bus Interface:** Fully compliant with the CompactPCI (cPCI) standard, enabling integration into industrial PC systems with cPCI backplanes. - **Opto-Isolated I/O Channels:** 32 isolated digital inputs and 32 isolated digital outputs, each channel isolated by photo-couplers to protect the host system from electrical noise and surges. - **Positive Common Configuration:** Designed for positive common wiring, simplifying integration with industrial sensors and actuators that share a common positive line. - **Wide Input Voltage Range:** Accepts 12 V DC to 24 V DC input signals, compatible with standard industrial logic levels. - **High Output Drive Capability:** Each output channel can sink up to 150 mA at 35 V DC maximum, with a total of 2 A per common line. - **High Isolation Voltage:** 1 kVrms isolation between the PC bus and external I/O circuits ensures reliable operation in electrically noisy environments. - **Compact Form Factor:** Short-size cPCI board (176 mm × 107 mm) suitable for space-constrained industrial systems. - **High Reliability:** Industrial-grade components and design for continuous operation in automation, process control, and data acquisition systems. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API-PAC(W32) and API-TOOLs for Windows/Linux, providing easy integration with custom applications and third-party environments such as LabVIEW and MATLAB.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: DIO Isolated PXI/PXIe/cPCI
- **64 Opto-Isolated Digital Inputs:** Provides 64 independent digital input channels, each isolated from the system bus to prevent ground loops and electrical interference. - **Positive Common Configuration:** Each group of 16 inputs shares a positive common line, simplifying wiring for sensors and switches using a common positive voltage. - **Wide Input Voltage Range:** Accepts input signals from +12 to +24 VDC, suitable for standard industrial logic levels. - **High Isolation Voltage:** 1 kVrms isolation between input channels and the CompactPCI bus ensures protection against surges and electrical noise. - **CompactPCI Bus Interface:** Fully compliant with the CompactPCI (cPCI) standard, supporting 32-bit, 33 MHz operation. - **High Reliability Opto-Couplers:** Utilizes high-speed, high-reliability photo-couplers for signal isolation and noise suppression. - **Compact Form Factor:** Short-size PCI board dimensions (176 mm × 107 mm) allow installation in space-constrained systems. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Designed for continuous operation in harsh industrial environments with high electrical noise. - **Interrupt Support:** Supports multiple interrupt lines combined into a single interrupt request signal for efficient event handling. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API-PAC(W32) library and drivers for Windows and Linux, enabling easy integration into custom applications.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: DIO Isolated PXI/PXIe/cPCI
- **64 Opto-Isolated Digital Output Channels:** Provides 64 independent output points for controlling external devices such as relays, solenoids, and indicators. - **Positive Common Configuration:** Each group of 16 outputs shares a positive common line, simplifying wiring for devices requiring a shared positive voltage. - **High Output Capacity:** Supports up to **35 VDC** output voltage and **150 mA per channel**, with a maximum of **2 A per common group**. - **Optical Isolation:** 1 kVrms isolation between the PC bus and external I/O circuits prevents ground loops and protects the host system from electrical noise and surges. - **CompactPCI Bus Interface:** Fully compliant with the CompactPCI (cPCI) standard, ensuring compatibility with industrial-grade embedded systems and rack-mounted controllers. - **High Reliability and Noise Immunity:** Opto-coupler isolation and robust circuit design ensure stable operation in electrically noisy environments. - **Standard 96-Pin Half-Pitch D-Type Connector:** Provides a compact, high-density interface for external wiring. - **Compact Form Factor:** Short-size cPCI board (176 mm × 107 mm) suitable for space-constrained industrial systems. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API-PAC(W32) and API-TOOLS for Windows and Linux, enabling easy integration into custom applications. - **Wide Accessory Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s range of terminal blocks, shielded cables, and DIN-rail adapters for flexible installation.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: DIO Isolated PXI/PXIe/cPCI
- **Full DasyLAB Integration:** Enables direct use of CONTEC analog, digital, counter, and communication cards within the DasyLAB environment for real-time data acquisition, control, and analysis. - **Broad Hardware Compatibility:** Supports a wide range of CONTEC boards, including PCI, CompactPCI, ISA, and PC Card interfaces for analog I/O, digital I/O, GPIB, serial, and counter modules. - **Unified API Architecture:** Built upon CONTEC’s **API-PAC(W32)** framework, providing consistent command structures and function naming across all supported hardware types. - **LabVIEW and DasyLAB Interoperability:** Compatible with National Instruments LabVIEW VI libraries (VI-DAQ and API-GPLV) for hybrid system development. - **User-Friendly Configuration:** Includes setup and diagnostic utilities for easy hardware configuration, parameter setting, and system verification. - **Cross-Platform Support:** Available for Windows (XP through Windows 95) and Linux (RedHat and TurboLinux distributions). - **Sample Programs and Libraries:** Includes practical examples and sample code for rapid application development and testing. - **High-Performance Data Handling:** Supports event-driven control, background data collection, and high-speed analog/digital I/O operations. - **Hardware Independence:** The same VI or API functions can be used across multiple hardware models, simplifying system upgrades or hardware changes. - **Free Software Updates:** Latest driver libraries and sample programs are available for free download from CONTEC’s global portal.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Contec Driver, Software
- **Six Full-Size Expansion Slots:** Supports up to six full-length AT-compatible cards, allowing for extensive system expansion and customization. - **Integrated 100 W Power Supply:** Pre-installed internal power unit provides stable and efficient power delivery for system boards and peripheral components. - **Compact Desktop Form Factor:** Designed for desktop or benchtop use, offering a balance between space efficiency and internal capacity. - **Durable Construction:** Heavy-duty metal chassis ensures mechanical stability, vibration resistance, and long-term durability in demanding environments. - **Optimized Airflow and Cooling:** Ventilation openings and internal layout support effective heat dissipation for continuous operation. - **Ease of Access:** Removable panels and accessible internal layout simplify installation, maintenance, and component replacement. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Suitable for continuous operation in industrial control, automation, and instrumentation applications. - **Standard AT Compatibility:** Fully compatible with AT motherboards and standard backplane configurations.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cases for Industrial Computing
- **Six Half-Size Expansion Slots:** Supports up to six half-length AT-compatible cards, enabling flexible system configuration for industrial control, data acquisition, or communication applications. - **Integrated 70 W Power Supply:** Built-in power unit provides stable DC output for motherboard and peripheral components, ensuring consistent performance and simplified system integration. - **Compact Desktop Form Factor:** With dimensions of 152 mm (W) × 202 mm (H) × 250 mm (D), the FA-PACM6D offers a small footprint suitable for desktop or benchtop deployment in laboratories, control rooms, or production environments. - **Durable Construction:** Designed for industrial reliability, the enclosure features a rigid metal chassis that provides mechanical protection and effective electromagnetic shielding. - **Efficient Thermal Management:** The case design supports adequate airflow and heat dissipation for half-size boards and internal components, maintaining stable operation under continuous load. - **Ease of Access and Maintenance:** The desktop layout allows quick access to internal components for installation, upgrades, or service. - **Versatile Application Range:** Ideal for embedded computing, automation systems, test and measurement setups, and other industrial or OEM applications requiring multiple expansion interfaces.
Manufacturer: Contec
Category: Cases for Industrial Computing