Interface Devices
soft and hard handshake between devices.
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Smart Aircraft Interface Devices
webCS
Interface
The Ballard webCS® is the first highly integrated smart AID/server/router that securely bridges avionics data with wired and wireless networks in a single compact box. This wireless aircraft communications server platform is simple to install and configure, safe to interface with aircraft domains, and provides highly secure data transfer. The compact, versatile webCS enables aircraft operators to easily gather and process aircraft data, and then route it to where it is needed—whether on or off the aircraft.
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Rugged Aircraft Interface Devices
AB2-AID
Interface
The AB2-AID is ready to go with high-performance avionics I/O combined with valuable built-in features such as a 9-port Ethernet switch, Ethernet to serial bridge, and 8GB flash memory. All in a compact, rugged package for easier integration and longer life.
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LXI Trigger Bus Cable
ProDAQ 8036
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The ProDAQ 8036 LXI trigger bus cable connects the ProDAQ 6100 LXI function card carrier or the 3030 PCI Express VXIbus slot-0 interface to any device equipped with LXI triggers. The robust, shielded cable and the die-cast connectors ensure a stable connection and prevent accidental disconnects.
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Interface
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Interface devices convert one type of control signal to another, saving time and money by extending the life of existing field devices. Please see our Interface Matrix to assist in choosing the correct product.
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Vehicle Multiprotocol Interface Device
Interface
The Vehicle Multiprotocol Interface Device excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals, such as hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI-XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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Validation Testers
M Series
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The M Series line introduces a new class of massively parallel SerDes validation testers that are ideal for high-volume data collection and characterization. Constructed using a collection of Introspect Technology’s D Series modules that are operated seamlessly using the Introspect ESP software, these massively parallel testers are able to interface to high-speed devices in their entirety.
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GPIB-ENET/1000 , Ethernet GPIB Instrument Control Device - Universal Euro 240VAC
781630-04
GPIB Controller
The GPIB‑ENET/1000 is an IEEE 488 controller device for computers with an Ethernet port. You can use this device to share a single GPIB system among many networked users or to control several test systems from a single networked host. The GPIB‑ENET/1000 features a password-protected web interface for easy configuration. It can also control IEEE 488 devices from anywhere on an Ethernet‑based (LAN) TCP/IP network (Gigabit, 100BASE‑TX, 10BASE‑T). Each device interfaces to and shares up to 14 GPIB devices from several network hosts, and you can control up to 100 GPIB‑ENET/1000 interfaces with a single computer. The device includes a license for the NI‑488.2 driver software, providing maximum reliability for connecting to third-party instruments with GPIB.
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Cable, 3POS B2CF Omnimate To Pigtail, Automotive Ethernet, Unshielded, 1m
787108-01
Ethernet Cable
3-Pin, Male B2CF Omnimate to Pigtail, Automotive Ethernet Cable - The B2CF3M-Pigtail Automotive Ethernet Cable helps you connect Automotive Ethernet interfaces with ECUs, devices, switches, and accessories. This cable is available in 1 m and 5 m lengths.
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USB-8501, 1-Port, Low-Speed/Fault Tolerant, USB CAN Interface Device
786306-01
CAN Interface
The USB-8501 is a low-speed controller area network (CAN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The USB‑8501 is powered over the USB bus and does not require external power. It excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals such as bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device‑driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex applications. The USB‑8501 is available with a three‑pin COMBICON synchronization connector for triggering and synchronizing the internal hardware timebase with other devices.
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Aircraft Interface Devices
AID
Interface
Versatile Ballard Aircraft Interface Devices (AIDs) from Astronics offer a secure, open-architecture approach that empowers you to take control of your software and your data today and prepares you to leverage and incorporate the next-generation technologies of tomorrow, including the Internet of Things (IoT) for the aircraft.
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3D Measurement Software
PowerInspect®
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3D measurement software for a range of hardware.PowerInspect software makes inspecting complex free-form surfaces simple, across all your inspection hardware. Use the right tools for the job, with one interface on all devices.
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PCIe-8431, PCI Express, 2-Port, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
782124-01
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8431/2 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between … 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full‑ and half‑duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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GPIB-ENET/1000, Ethernet GPIB Instrument Control Device - Korea 220VAC
781630-09
GPIB Controller
The GPIB‑ENET/1000 is an IEEE 488 controller device for computers with an Ethernet port. You can use this device to share a single GPIB system among many networked users or to control several test systems from a single networked host. The GPIB‑ENET/1000 features a password-protected web interface for easy configuration. It can also control IEEE 488 devices from anywhere on an Ethernet‑based (LAN) TCP/IP network (Gigabit, 100BASE‑TX, 10BASE‑T). Each device interfaces to and shares up to 14 GPIB devices from several network hosts, and you can control up to 100 GPIB‑ENET/1000 interfaces with a single computer. The device includes a license for the NI‑488.2 driver software, providing maximum reliability for connecting to third-party instruments with GPIB.
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High Performance Polyphase Energy Metering AFE w/ Power Quality Analysis
ADE9000
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The ADE9000 is a highly accurate, fully integrated energy-metering device. Interfacing with both current transformer (CT) and Rogowski coil sensors, the ADE9000 enables users to develop a three-phase metrology platform, which achieves high performance for Class 1 through Class 0.2 meters. Power quality features enable advanced meter designs with fast rms measurements and power quality level monitoring for EN50160 compliance. The ADE9000 integrates seven high performances ADC’s, a flexible DSP core. An integrated high-end reference ensures low drift over temperature with a combined drift of less than ±25 ppm/°C max for the whole channel including PGA and ADC.
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MAX31855 J-Type Thermocouple Sensor Breakout
SEN-30003-J
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Breakout board for the MAX31855J digital thermocouple interface ICs by Maxim. Measured temperature range is -210C-1200C with known thermal characteristics and output resolution of 0.25C. This sensor supports a larger operating range (specifically in the negative range) than its predecessors, the MAX6674 and MAX6675, though it is not pin-pin compatible. This board is interfaced with a 0.1" 2x5 pin header (8-pins used), has four vertical mini thermocouple connectors and four mounting holes for standoffs and 4-40 screws. The SEN-30003 is interfaced via 3 or 4-wire SPI with a data-ready output for specific operating modes. An LDO and a high-speed level shifter are included to allow interfacing with microcontroller devices between 3.0V and 5V (all Arduinos, Raspberry PI, etc) without sacrificing device performance (many other level shifters reduce data rates to below 500 kHz).
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Time Controller
ID900
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IDQ’s Time Controller is an all-in-one device designed for flexibility and it efficiently solves a large number of problems encountered in the laboratory. Its core consists of 4 high-speed (<20 ps precision, 100Mcps rate) inputs and 4 high-speed outputs, interconnected by reconfigurable logic. The Time Controller performs the functions of a number of devices: time-to-digital converter, coincidence counter, delay generator, pattern generator, counter and discriminator. This is complemented by a 10Gbps link to the host computer for fast data transfers, by auxiliary analogue and digital I/O for interfacing with external devices.
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Controllers
onTAP’s THREE TAP CONNECT JTAG
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Connect the TAP CONNECT JTAG Controller to your application with either the Xilinx ribbon cable, flying leads, or Altera style adaptors. The onTAP TAP CONNECT Controller automatically senses and adjusts to target I/O voltages and interfaces to devices operating at 1.8 to 5.0 VDC for the standard controller, or 0.99 to 3.6 VDC for the low voltage controller, using the VREF voltage from the target chain. If there is no VREF available, you can set the voltage for the target application from the TAP CONNECT Controller. This facilitates easy configuration to many different JTAG ports, which is helpful in design and manufacturing.
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MVTec Interfaces
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If you cannot find a suitable interface for your device, you can use a template for the integration and download it here. Simply select "Templates" in the "Category" selection field.
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PCI-8517, 2-Port FlexRay Interface Device
780685-02
Interface
2-Port FlexRay Interface Device—The PCI‑8517 is designed for developing FlexRay applications. As part of the NI‑XNET platform, the PXI‑8517 works well in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of FlexRay frames and signals, such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The PCI‑8517 contains two fully functional FlexRay interfaces, allowing an individual engine control unit (ECU) to be connected to the interface when other cold-start nodes are not available. You also can use the interfaces individually to connect two separate FlexRay networks while maintaining full performance on each interface.
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PCI-8513, 2-Port, Software‑Selectable/FD CAN Interface Device
780684-02
CAN Interface
2-Port, Software‑Selectable/FD CAN Interface Device—The PCI‑8513 is a controller area network (CAN) flexible data-rate (FD) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. NI‑XNET software-selectable CAN interfaces offer the best flexibility for CAN development with onboard transceivers for high-speed/FD, low-speed/fault-tolerant, and single-wire CAN as well as any external transceiver. The PCI‑8513 excels in applications requiring real‑time, high‑speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device‑driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts.
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USB-485/4, 4-Port, USB, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
778476-14
Serial Interface
The USB‑485/4 interface transforms your USB port into a single asynchronous serial port for communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. You can use a USB‑485/4 port as a standard serial port from your application, including RTS/CTS hardware handshake lines. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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Coded Switches
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Elma's coded switches provide a high-quality tactile feedback. The standard 10, 16 and 24 position the concentric designs as well are used extensively as frequency selectors, medical device interfaces, audio attenuators and industrial controls. Elma can also customize shafts, bushings and switching schemes to meet special applications.
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Software Module for Efficient and Accurate 3D Measurement
Verisurf Measure
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Measure part features and complex profile geometries informed by real-time deviation display between CAD and measured data for real-time decisions. Produce one-click inspection reports in standard or custom, shareable formats that feed to your quality management system.The Measure module’s device interface operates and optimizes most popular measurement systems making them more productive and ensuring a better return on your investment. You can also import externally captured data and process it against the nominal CAD model and tolerances. Even run datasets offline with feature extraction and pre-defined datums and constraints.
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PCI-8512, 1‑Port, High‑Speed/FD CAN Interface Device
780683-01
CAN Interface
The PCI‑8512 is a high-speed controller area network (CAN) flexible data-rate (FD) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PCI‑8512 excels in applications requiring real‑time, high‑speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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PCI-8511, 1‑Port, Low‑Speed/Fault-Tolerant CAN Interface Device
780682-01
CAN Interface
1‑ or 2-Port, Low‑Speed/Fault-Tolerant CAN Interface Device—The PCI‑8511 is a fault-tolerant controller area network (CAN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PCI‑8511 excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device‑driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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USB-8486, USB, 1-Port, Fieldbus Interface Device
781160-02
Interface Module
The USB‑8486 is a FOUNDATION fieldbus device for developing applications with the NI‑FBUS driver, NI‑FBUS Configurator, and NI‑FBUS Monitor. FOUNDATION fieldbus is a popular industrial communication standard for process control applications. The NI‑FBUS Configurator features user-friendly multi-window interfaces to provide tools for the complete configuration, programming, and execution schedules of FOUNDATION fieldbus segments. The NI‑FBUS Monitor is a stand-alone application used to monitor, debug, and analyze fieldbus data packets.
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PCIe-8430, PCI Express, 2-Port, RS232 Serial Interface Device
782122-01
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8430/2 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS232 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard … COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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MUX-scrambling Modulator
SFT3316
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Hangzhou Softel Optic Co., Ltd.
SFT3316 IP Mux-Scrambling modulator is the latest generational Mux-scrambling-modulating all-in-one device developed by SOFTEL. It has 16 multiplexing channels, 16 scrambling channels and 16 QAM (DVB-C) modulating channels, and supports maximum 1024 IP input through the GE port and 16 non-adjacent carriers (50MHz~960MHz) output through the RF output interface. The device is also characterized with high integrated level, high performance and low cost. This is very adaptable to newly generation CATV broadcasting system.
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PCIe-8431, PCI Express, 8-Port, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
780592-01
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8431/8 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between … 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full- and half-duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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USB-8451, 250 kHz I2C, 12 MHz SPI I2C/SPI Interface Device
779553-50
Interface Module
The NI USB‑8451 is a master interface for connecting to and communicating with inter-integrated circuit (I2C), System Management Bus (SMBus), and serial peripheral interface (SPI) devices. With plug‑and‑play USB connectivity, the USB‑8451 is a portable solution to communicate with consumer electronics and integrated circuits. It also includes eight general-purpose digital I/O lines for a variety of applications, such as configuring the address of I2C devices or toggling LEDs. The USB‑8451 can be physically located more closely to I2C/SPI devices than PCI interfaces, reducing I2C bus length and minimizing noise problems. Additionally, the interface provides +5 V and GND to power circuits with no external power supply.
