GigE Cubes Features Enhanced Speed, Diagnostics

Two new PowerDNA Gigabit Ethernet I/O cubes offer higher speeds and enhanced diagnostics compared to the standard Cubes, while remaining compatible with all of the company’s I/O board types. The basic models include the 3-I/O layer (5-slot) PPC-1G and the 6-I/O layer (8-slot) PPC8-1G. The 6-layer model can provide up to 150 analog inputs, 192 analog outputs, 288 digital I/O, 48 counter or quadrature channels, 72 ARINC-429 channels, and/or 24 serial or CAN-bus ports. Software for the GigE Cube is provided in the UEIDAQ Framework. The Framework provides a comprehensive, easy-to-use API that supports all popular programming and operating systems such as Windows, Vista, Linux, and most real-time operating systems (for example, QNX, RTX, and RT Linux). In addition, the product is fully supported by LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink, DASYLab, or any application that supports ActiveX, OPC, or Modbus TCP control. The PPC8-1G costs $1595, and the PPC5-1G costs $1395. Delivery for both is two to four after receipt of an order. UNITED ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIES, Walpole, MA. (508) 921-4600.