Description
The GPIB-140A is a high-speed fiber-optic bus extender designed for use in GPIB applications. This device is specifically listed under the part numbers 777997-01, 777997-02, 777997-03, 777997-04, 777997-05, and 777997-06. As a product in the GPIB category, the GPIB-140A is tailored to enhance the functionality and reach of GPIB systems.
One of the key features of the GPIB-140A is its compatibility with both the IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards, ensuring it can be integrated into a wide range of existing systems without compatibility issues. It boasts an impressive maximum distance capability, allowing for GPIB signal extension up to 1 km with the use of fiber-optic cable. This significant extension capability is made possible due to the device’s high data transfer speed, which exceeds 2.8 Mbytes/s when operating under the HS488 protocol.
In terms of deployment, the GPIB-140A is designed for ease of use, requiring no additional hardware for its operation and being software transparent, thus simplifying its integration into existing setups. Its functionality is primarily focused on translating GPIB signals into parallel or serial signals for transmission over long distances and then converting these signals back to GPIB signals at the receiving end. This process allows for the seamless extension of GPIB networks beyond their standard limitations.
Overall, the GPIB-140A High-Speed Fiber-Optic Bus Extender represents a significant advancement in GPIB network extension technology, providing users with a powerful tool for expanding their GPIB system’s reach without sacrificing data transfer speed or compatibility. Its introduction as a product with the specific model number GPIB-140A and described as a GPIB-140A High-Speed Fiber-Optic Bus Extender, U.S. 120 VAC, marks a notable milestone in the field of GPIB network enhancements.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 777997-01, 777997-02, 777997-03, 777997-04, 777997-05, 777997-06 |
| Category | GPIB |
| Model | GPIB-140A |
| Description | GPIB-140A High-Speed Fiber-Optic Bus Extender, U.S. 120 VAC |
| Compatibility | IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards |
| Maximum Distance | 1 km with fiber-optic cable |
| Data Transfer Speed | Faster than 2.8 Mbytes/s in HS488 protocol |
| Deployment | Does not require additional hardware, software transparent |
| Functionality | Translates GPIB signals into parallel or serial signals for transmission and vice versa |
Question 1: What is the max speed of GPIB-140A?
Answer 1: Over 2.8 Mbytes/s
Question 2: What is the max distance for GPIB-140A?
Answer 2: Up to 1 km
Question 3: Is the GPIB-140A IEEE 488 compatible?
Answer 3: Yes, with IEEE 488.1 and 488.2
Question 4: Do I need extra hardware for the GPIB-140A?
Answer 4: No, requires no additional hardware
Question 5: What are the part numbers for GPIB-140A?
Answer 5: 777997-01 to 777997-06
