National Instruments GPIB-120A: GPIB Expander / Isolator
The National Instruments GPIB-120A serves as an essential GPIB expander and isolator, expertly engineered to elevate your instrument control capabilities. Conforming to the IEEE 488.1 standard, this device allows you to surpass the conventional limit of 15 electrical device interface loads in a GPIB system, effectively expanding the maximum number of connected devices to an impressive 28.
Key Features:
- Device Expansion: Seamlessly expands the number of GPIB devices from 15 to 28, allowing greater versatility in your testing environments.
- Bidirectional Design: Flexible setup enables the use of controllers, talkers, and listeners on either side of the expansion.
- Electrical Isolation: Provides 400 Vrms electrical isolation between GPIB systems for a duration of one minute, protecting sensitive equipment.
- Software Transparency: Operates without the need for software modifications, ensuring a smooth integration into existing applications.
- Signal Buffering: Extends the maximum GPIB cable limit to 40 meters, accommodating device loads every 2 meters of bus cable.
- Built-in Power Supply: Features a built-in power supply compatible with 120 or 240 VAC for added convenience.
- Electromagnetic Compliance: Meets FCC Class A electromagnetic noise emission requirements, ensuring minimal disruption in sensitive environments.
- UL Listed: Complies with safety standards, providing peace of mind for users across a variety of applications.
Whether enhancing your laboratory’s instrumentation capabilities or integrating into a sophisticated test and measurement system, the National Instruments GPIB-120A stands out as a reliable solution for expanding your GPIB setup while safeguarding your sensitive devices.
