Description
The PXI-7342 is a motion controller designed to manage 2-axis stepper/servo systems. This device is identified by its part numbers 190977J-02L / 779036-02 and falls under the category of Motion Control Hardware & Software. The controller is equipped with 32 digital I/O channels and offers a 12-bit input resolution, ensuring precise control and feedback for complex motion applications.
It operates on a real-time onboard operating system, making it capable of handling demanding applications that require immediate response times. The PXI-7342 is compatible with a variety of operating systems, including Windows 2000/NT/XP, and integrates seamlessly with development environments like LabVIEW. This versatility is further enhanced by its support for multiple programming languages, including LabVIEW, NI Motion Assistant, Measurement Studio, LabWindows/CVI, Visual Basic, and C/C++, enabling developers to choose the most suitable programming environment for their needs.
Configuration and setup are streamlined through the use of the Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) tool, simplifying the process of getting the motion controller up and running. The device offers a PID loop update rate of 62 ms, ensuring responsive and accurate control over motion trajectories. It supports a variety of motion types, such as coordinated circular, gearing, point-to-point, vector space, and blended motion trajectory, providing flexibility for a wide range of motion control applications.
For connectivity, the PXI-7342 uses a high-density 68-pin female VHDCI connector, facilitating easy and reliable connection to motors and other motion control hardware. The combination of dual processors, extensive programming language support, and comprehensive motion type compatibility makes the PXI-7342 a powerful and flexible solution for sophisticated motion control scenarios.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 190977J-02L / 779036-02 |
| Category | Motion Control HW & SW |
| Model | PXI-7342 |
| Description | 2 Axis Stepper/Servo Motion Controller |
| Axis | 2-axis |
| Digital I/O Channels | 32 |
| Input Resolution | 12 bits |
| Processors | Dual |
| Operating System | Real-time onboard OS |
| Operating Systems Compatibility | Windows 2000/NT/XP, LabVIEW |
| Programming Languages Support | LabVIEW, NI Motion Assistant, Measurement Studio, LabWindows/CVI, Visual Basic, C/C++ |
| Configuration Tool | Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) |
| PID Loop Update Rate | 62 ms |
| Supported Motion Types | Coordinated circular, gearing, point-to-point, vector space, blended motion trajectory |
| Connector Type | High-density 68-pin female VHDCI |
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Question 1: What OS does the PXI-7342 support? Question 2: How many axes can the PXI-7342 control? Question 3: What types of motion does PXI-7342 support? Question 4: What is the PID loop update rate? Question 5: What connector type does the PXI-7342 use? |


