Description
The USB-8501 is a model from the category of Automotive Networking Products, specifically designed for applications involving automation, bus monitoring, and control among others. It bears the part numbers 786306-01 and 786307-01. This product stands out due to its 2-Port NI-XNET CAN LS/FT Interface with Synchronization, making it a highly reliable choice for various automotive networking tasks.
It features a Low-Speed/Fault Tolerant Controller Area Network (CAN) interface, ensuring compatibility with NI-XNET drivers. The device is bus-powered, drawing its power directly from a USB 2.0 port, which simplifies the setup by eliminating the need for an external power source. The integrated DMA engine is a key feature, as it significantly minimizes CPU load during operation, enhancing the overall performance and efficiency of the system.
Connection to the network is facilitated through a three-pin COMBICON connector, and the device incorporates an NXP TJA1055T transceiver. It supports a maximum baud rate of 125 Kbps, which is adequate for a wide range of low-speed CAN applications. Additionally, the USB-8501 is compatible with 5V TTL for synchronization purposes, and it comes with a 2-meter USB cable, providing sufficient length for convenient connection to a PC or other USB host.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 786306-01, 786307-01 |
| Category | Automotive Networking Products |
| Model | USB-8501 |
| Description | 2-Port NI-XNET CAN LS/FT Interface with Synchronization |
| Interface Type | Low-Speed/Fault Tolerant Controller Area Network (CAN) |
| Compatibility | NI-XNET drivers |
| Power Source | Bus-powered via USB 2.0 port |
| Application | Automation, bus monitoring, control, etc. |
| DMA Engine | Integrated, minimizes CPU load |
| Connector | Three-pin COMBICON |
| Transceiver | NXP TJA1055T |
| Maximum Baud Rate | 125 Kbps |
| Sync Port Compatibility | 5V TTL |
| USB Cable Length | 2 meters |
Question 1: What type of interface does USB-8501 have?
Answer 1: 2-Port NI-XNET CAN LS/FT Interface with Synchronization
Question 2: Is the USB-8501 bus-powered?
Answer 2: Yes, it draws power directly from a USB 2.0 port.
Question 3: What is the maximum baud rate of USB-8501?
Answer 3: 125 Kbps
Question 4: What type of connector does USB-8501 use?
Answer 4: Three-pin COMBICON connector
Question 5: What transceiver does the USB-8501 incorporate?
Answer 5: NXP TJA1055T transceiver
