Description
The PCI-8517 is a product under the category of Automotive Networking Products, bearing the part number 198980H-62L (780685-02). This particular model, manufactured by National Instruments, is part of the NI-XNET family and is designed for sophisticated automotive networking needs.
The device is characterized by its use of the FlexRay interface, making it suitable for high-speed data communication requirements. Specifically, the PCI-8517 comes equipped with two FlexRay interfaces, further enhanced by the inclusion of two TJA1080 transceivers. These features ensure reliable and efficient data transmission with a baud rate ranging from 1 Mbps to 10 Mbps.
Moreover, the PCI-8517 boasts several advantageous features, including a sleep mode for energy conservation, a built-in power system for stable operation, an integrated FlexRay database for seamless data management, and a Bus Monitor feature for effective network monitoring. These attributes make the device exceptionally suited for use in demanding automotive applications.
Compatibility is another strong suit of the PCI-8517, as it supports LabVIEW RT and C/C++ on Windows. This wide compatibility range ensures that users can integrate the device into various software environments according to their project requirements. The inclusion of a CCA, PCI-8517, FLEXRAY, SERIES 3, DUAL PORT 9 PIN DSUB description further specifies the model’s physical and functional properties, highlighting its dual-port capability and suitability for FlexRay Series 3 applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 198980H-62L (780685-02) |
| Category | Automotive Networking Products |
| Model | PCI-8517 |
| Description | CCA, PCI-8517, FLEXRAY, SERIES 3, DUAL PORT 9 PIN DSUB |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Interface | FlexRay |
| Family | NI-XNET |
| Number of Interfaces | 2 FlexRay interfaces |
| Transceivers | Two TJA1080 transceivers |
| Baud Rate | 1 Mbps to 10 Mbps |
| Features | Sleep mode, Built-in power system, Integrated FlexRay database, Bus Monitor feature |
| Compatibility | LabVIEW RT, C/C++ on Windows |
Question 1: What interface does the PCI-8517 use?
Answer 1: FlexRay interface
Question 2: What is the baud rate range of the PCI-8517?
Answer 2: 1 Mbps to 10 Mbps
Question 3: How many FlexRay interfaces does the PCI-8517 have?
Answer 3: Two
Question 4: Is there a sleep mode feature in the PCI-8517?
Answer 4: Yes
Question 5: What software is the PCI-8517 compatible with?
Answer 5: LabVIEW RT and C/C++ on Windows



