Description
The PCMCIA-FBUS model by National Instruments is a specialized Foundation Fieldbus interface card designed for connecting FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices directly to PCs. This interface card bears part numbers 777457-01 and 777457-31, offering a seamless integration for users in the automation industry.
It supports a variety of compatible software, including LabVIEW, Lookout, NI-FBUS Configurator, Visual Basic, and C/C++, providing versatile programming options for different project requirements. The PCMCIA-FBUS is designed to operate efficiently with Windows XP/2000/NT operating systems, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems.
The primary function of this device is to connect FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices to PCs, facilitating communication and data exchange. It features a single interface port for connectivity and is equipped with a DB-9 male D-Sub and Combicon-style pluggable screw terminals for easy and reliable connection.
With a typical current level of 500 mA and a maximum current level of 750 mA, it is designed to meet the power requirements of most Fieldbus devices. The device also boasts an FCC Class A EMC certification, ensuring that it meets the necessary electromagnetic compatibility standards for industrial environments.
The PCMCIA-FBUS operates within a temperature range of 0 to 55 °C, making it suitable for a variety of industrial settings. Although it is now considered obsolete, it is still available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, offering a valuable option for systems that require this specific type of connectivity solution.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 777457-01, 777457-31 |
| Category | Foundation Fieldbus |
| Model | PCMCIA-FBUS |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Compatible Software | LabVIEW, Lookout, NI-FBUS Configurator, Visual Basic, C/C++ |
| Operating Systems | Windows XP/2000/NT |
| Function | Connect FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices to PCs |
| Interface Port | Single Port |
| Typical Current Level | 500 mA |
| Maximum Current Level | 750 mA |
| Connector Type | DB-9 male D-Sub, Combicon-style pluggable screw terminals |
| EMC Certification | FCC Class A |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Status | Obsolete (available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves) |
Question 1: What are the part numbers for the PCMCIA-FBUS?
Answer 1: 777457-01 and 777457-31
Question 2: Which operating systems is the PCMCIA-FBUS compatible with?
Answer 2: Windows XP/2000/NT
Question 3: What type of devices does the PCMCIA-FBUS connect to PCs?
Answer 3: FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices
Question 4: What is the typical current level of the PCMCIA-FBUS?
Answer 4: 500 mA
Question 5: Does the PCMCIA-FBUS have an FCC Class A EMC certification?
Answer 5: Yes



