ICS Electronics
ICS Electronics combines leading edge GPIB, serial, USB and VXIbus technologies to create innovative products for the test and measurement industry. From simple adapters to custom OEM interface cards, from test instruments to VXIbus modules, and from GPIB controllers to VXIbus Embedded Computers, ICS delivers unique solutions for controlling test systems, for interconnecting devices and for adapting devices to different buses.
- 925-416-1000
- 925-886-8677
- 5700 Stoneridge Mall Rd
Suite 130
Pleasanton, CA 94588
United States of America
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Ethernet Digital Interfaces
Model 8063
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All of ICS's Ethernet Digital Interfaces are user configurable and let you transfer data as bits, bytes, as strings of bytes or transparently. All data lines are high power TTL outputs or floating inputs with pullup resistors for sensing CMOS signals or switch contacts. All interfaces conform to the IEEE-488.2 Standard, are VXI-11 compatible and/or support TCPIP Raw Socket protocol.
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Ethernet Parallel Interface
Model 8003
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* Provides 40 high-power TTL I/O lines.* Fully VXI-11 Compliant plus Raw Socket for easy programming with Visual Basic or C, Agilent VEE and LabVIEW.* Standard board has vertical Ethernet and Digital IO connector on the component side. * Optional Relay Driver board adds 4, 32 or 40 Relay Drivers. • Apply regulated 5 Vdc power through the Digital IO connector.
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Digital Interface Boards
Model 2363 OEM
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* 114515 Board has same digital capability as the 2363 described above with Serial and GPIB IO.* Serial interface header includes RS-232 and RS-485 signals. Use the 114597 Serial Cable Kit to connect the serial signals to your rear panel* GPIB header mates with 113640 or 113642 GPIB Connector/Address Switch Cable Assemblies* Accepts 9-32 Vdc power.
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VXI C-Size Blank Board
115250
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* C-Size blank PC Board for mounting devices, modules or circuits.* Includes VXIbus P1 and P2 connectors and decoupled power pads.* Includes pads for all VXI bus signals.* Includes pad patterns for common front panel connectors, LEDs, and a Reset Switch.* Includes CAD Design aids for Schematic Capture, PC board layout and front panel machining.* Use with ICS 1, 2 and 3-slot wide Module Shield Kits to create a complete enclosed module.* Use with ICS Front Panel Kits to add a front panel and ejectors to the blank board.
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GPIB to Ethernet to Instrument Interface
Model 4865B
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* Adds a GPIB Interface to Instruments with a VXI-11 or Raw Socket Ethernet Interface.* Transparent data transfer handles ASCII and binary data.* Controllable with any IEEE-488.2 GPIB Controller* VXI-11 protocol supports control, abort and reverse channels.* Raw Socket protocol includes substitute command strings for GPIB Device Trigger, Device Clear and Interface Clear.* Auto-Find feature simplifies instrument linkage* Reuses existing test software with new Ethernet instruments.* Easy configuration with the 4865B's internal webserver.* Drop in replacement for the original Model 4865 with 2x to 5x speed increase.* 1 U high rack mount kit mounts one or two 4865Bs.* Includes universal 115/230 VAC Power Adapter.
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Original VXI Module Shield Kits
11399x Series
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* Clamshell design fits C-size modules with 96-pin connectors.* Single-slot kit fits all VXI-1 Revision 1.0 to Revision 3.0 chassis.* Side shields include connector shrouds for maximum shielding.* RFI limiting, air vent slots along top and bottom edges for good air circulation thru the module.* Extruded front panel is bend resistant.* Component side shield has an address switch opening and non-rectangular mounting hole pattern.* Complimentary layout support includes PCB design template and CAD layout files.* RECOMMENDED FOR LEGCY APPLICATIONS ONLY due to its non-rectangular hole pattern.
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ANSI X3.28 to Modbus RTU Converter
Model 2399
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* Converts ANSI X3.28 commandslinto Modbus RTU packets.* New 32 Address Mode supports multi-channel Modbus Controllers like the Watlow MLS300.* Control Modbus RTU devices from any ASCII serial source.* Serial ports support RS-232 and 2-wire/4-wire RS-485 signals.* Includes serial baud rate conversion.* Internal logic is IEEE-488.2 compatible and uses SCPI commands for configurtion setup.* 2399 mounts on a DIN rail or on any flat panel.* Inexpensive way to maintain manufacturing equipment such as semiconductor fusion chambers, etc as the ANSI Controllers become obsolete.* Application Note AB23-3 describes how to use the 2399 to replace obsolete Watlow Controllers in the Axcelis/Fusion Gemini Asher.* 2399 Serial Keyboard Program lets you control and setup the 2399 and test the ANSI modes.* 239x Table Loader Program uploads ANSI Command Table entries from an Excel csv file.
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Ethernet To Parallel Digital Interfaces
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ICS's 8063 Ethernet Digital Interface provides a fully enclosed parallel interface that is suitable for benchtop or rack mount applications.
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GPIB to Parallel Printer Interface
Model 4892B
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* Adds a GPIB Interface to Printers with Centronics or IEEE-1284 parallel interfaces. See the compatible printer list. * Replaces obsolete printers and plotters with a current HPGL/PCL5 printer.* Prints and Plots from most Analyzers. * Large 256 kbyte buffer and high speed GPIB interface off-loads the instrument and reduces printing time.* No program changes required.* Rack mountable in 1 U high rack mount kit.* Includes universal VAC Power Adapter and printer cable.
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Serial to Digital Interface
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All of ICS's Serial Digital Interfaces are user configurable and let you transfer data as bits, bytes or as strings of bytes. All data lines are high power TTL outputs or floating inputs with pullup resistors for sensing CMOS signals or switch contacts. All interfaces conform to the IEEE-488.2 Standard and are HP-IB compatible.
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GPIB Serial Interfaces
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ICS's GPIB Serial Interfaces provide a mix of RS-232 and RS-422/RS-485 asynchronous signals to drive serial devices. Interfaces are available for transparent data transfer and with smart firmware that adds an IEEE-488.2 Interface to plain serial devices or with embedded PC boards. All interfaces conform to the IEEE-488.2 Standard and are HP-IB compatible.
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GPIB To Ethernet Instrument Interface
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*ICS's 4865B GPIB to Ethernet Instrument Interface adapts instruments with Ethernet interfaces to GPIB test systems.*ICS's 4865B provides a VXI-11 compliant interface for instruments that support the VXI-11 protocol and a smart, user-configurable, raw socket protocol that accommodates most instruments that use raw sockets. The 4865B replaces our earlier Model 4865 and is 2x to 5x faster than the original Model 4865. Click here for the original 4865 webpage.
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VXI Register-based Interface Board
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VXI Register Interface mates with user's PCB to form a B or C-size module.
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GPIB Serial Interface
Model 4894B
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* Provides RS-232C single-ended and RS-422/RS-485 differential serial signals. * Expanded baud rate range from 50 to 115,200 baud.* 256 Kbyte RAM buffer for spooling data.* Over 600 Kbyte/second GPIB data transfer rate.*Transparent data transfer.* Programmable replacement for the NI CV interfaces.* 1 U high rack mount kit mounts one or two 4894Bs* Includes US 115 VAC Power Adapter, Manual and Support CD.
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GPIB to Relay Interface Boards
Model 4864 OEM
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* 114521-11 Board provides 16 low-level form A contacts (SPST).* Provides 8 isolated inputs for CMOS, TTL and 32 Vdc signals.* Multiple relay programming modes switch individual relays or san with single or multi-pole contacts.* Fully IEEE-488.2 and SCPI compliant.* Fully IEEE-488.2 and SCPI compliant.* Includes 50-pin mating Relay connector and serial header connector.* Optional terminal board for easy connections without soldering. See the GPIB Accessory page.* Operates on 12 to 24 Vdc power.* Use an ICS GPIB Connector/Address Switch Assembly to mount a GPIB connector and Address Switch on the rear panel. • 114521-12 Board provides 16 heavy duty form A contacts (SPST).* All other specifications are the same as for the 114521-11 Board. * 114521-14 provides 16 Relay driver outputs that sink 300 mA.* All other specifications are the same as for the 114521-11 Board.















