Description
The GPIB-120B is a specialized GPIB Bus Expander/Isolator designed to enhance the capabilities and performance of your GPIB systems. This device is available under several part numbers including 779651-01, 779651-04, 779651-06, and 779651-07, ensuring a wide range of options for specific project needs.
It is categorized under the GPIB category and is engineered to be fully compatible with the IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards, providing a reliable and efficient solution for expanding your GPIB system. The GPIB-120B allows for the expansion of your device limit on the GPIB bus to up to 28 devices, significantly increasing the scale of your network without compromising on performance or reliability.
One of the key features of the GPIB-120B is its ability to provide isolation voltage of up to 2,500 VDC (non-continuous), offering an added layer of protection and safety for sensitive equipment. Additionally, each unit of the GPIB-120B can add up to 14 additional devices to the GPIB bus, further enhancing the scalability of your system.
The device supports both buffered and unbuffered data transfer modes, with the unbuffered mode being the default setting. This flexibility allows for optimized performance based on the specific requirements of your application. Furthermore, the GPIB-120B is equipped with eight data lines (DIO1 to DIO8) and three hardware handshake lines, ensuring robust and reliable data communication across the GPIB network.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 779651-01, 779651-04, 779651-06, 779651-07 |
| Category | GPIB |
| Model | GPIB-120B |
| Description | GPIB Bus Expander/Isolator |
| Standards Compatibility | IEEE 488.1, IEEE 488.2 |
| Device Limit Expansion | Up to 28 devices on the GPIB bus |
| Isolation Voltage | Up to 2,500 VDC (non-continuous) |
| Ports | Each unit adds up to 14 additional devices to the GPIB bus |
| Data Transfer Modes | Buffered mode, Unbuffered mode (default) |
| Data Lines | DIO1, DIO2, DIO3, DIO4, DIO5, DIO6, DIO7, DIO8 |
| Hardware Handshake Lines | Three lines |
Question 1: What is the main function of the GPIB-120B?
Answer 1: It’s a GPIB Bus Expander/Isolator.
Question 2: How many devices can the GPIB-120B support?
Answer 2: Up to 28 devices.
Question 3: What standards is the GPIB-120B compatible with?
Answer 3: IEEE 488.1 and 488.2 standards.
Question 4: What is the isolation voltage of the GPIB-120B?
Answer 4: Up to 2,500 VDC.
Question 5: How many additional devices can each unit add?
Answer 5: Up to 14 additional devices.
