Description
The NI PCI-8516/2 is an advanced automotive networking product, identified by its part number 198980C-72L (781365-01). This product falls under the category of Automotive Networking Products and is designed for a wide range of applications. The model PCI-8516 is specifically tailored for embedded applications ranging from small medical devices to large earth-moving equipment, showcasing its versatility across different industries.
This product features a PCI-bus interface type, making it compatible with a wide range of systems. It offers 6 channels for data transmission, ensuring adequate connectivity for most applications. Furthermore, the encoder interface supports up to 5MHz A, B phase signals, providing high precision in signal processing. The D/A Output boasts 16 bits resolution, ensuring accurate data conversion for critical applications.
The control type supported by the PCI-8516 is designed for position mode servo drive or stepper drive, catering to a wide range of motion control applications. Additionally, this product is equipped with several noteworthy features such as subcount for low-speed feedback, watchdog or encoder wire failure alert, record and general digital inputs, position locks, and position comparison and interrupts for digital CAM. It also offers dual registration functions for printing, enhancing its functionality in industrial applications.
The physical layer of the PCI-8516 varies based on the application and includes various cabling types, electrical signal levels, and termination schemes to cater to specific requirements. The device uses the ATA6620 transceiver, ensuring reliable communication. The LIN interface speed is rated at 20 kbit/s per port, providing sufficient bandwidth for most automotive networking tasks.
Moreover, the driver support for the PCI-8516 is extensive, with NI-XNET available for development in LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CV
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 198980C-72L (781365-01) |
| Category | Automotive Networking Products |
| Model | PCI-8516 |
| Description | NI PCI-8516/2, NI-XNET LIN Interface, 2 Port |
| Interface Type | PCI-bus |
| Channels | 6 |
| Encoder Interface | Up to 5MHz A, B phase signals |
| D/A Output | 16 bits |
| Control Type | Position mode servo drive or stepper drive |
| Features | Subcount for low-speed feedback, watchdog or encoder wire failure alert, record and general digital inputs, position locks, position comparison and interrupts for digital CAM, dual registration functions for printing |
| Application Range | Embedded applications from small medical devices to large earth-moving equipment |
| Physical Layer | Varies based on application, includes cabling types, electrical signal levels, and termination scheme |
| Transceiver | ATA6620 |
| LIN Interface Speed | 20 kbit/s per port |
| Driver Support | NI-XNET for development in LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, and C/C++ |
| DMA Engine |
Question 1: What is the part number of the NI PCI-8516/2? Question 2: How many channels does the NI PCI-8516 support? Question 3: What is the max encoder interface speed of the PCI-8516? Question 4: What is the LIN interface speed of the PCI-8516? Question 5: What type of bus does the PCI-8516 use? |
