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PCI-8531
PCI-8531, 1-Port, CANopen Interface Device
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National Instruments PCI-8531 CANopen Interface Device
The PCI-8531 (Part number: 781060-01) is a CANopen Interface Device developed by National Instruments. The PCI-8531 is used to create an interface between devices for CANopen applications. CANopen is an advanced communication protocol built on the CAN physical layer. CANopen is mainly designed for machine control networks which are motion oriented. This CANopen Interface Device can transmit or receive PDOs and SDOs.
The PCI-8531 CANopen Interface Device is compatible with the PCI bus. The PCI-8531 provides an interface between PC computers and control CANopen devices. The transceiver used in the PCI-8531 is the NXP PCA82C251. The baud rate of the PCI-8531 is in a range of 10 kbps ~ 1 Mbps. This device has protection against overvoltage and can withstand 60 VDC or 500 Vrms without getting damaged. This protection has been certified with a 5 sec dielectric test. This device also features isolation between channels for better protection. The PCI-8531 Interface Device has two LEDs. LED 1 shows the status of the hardware and LED 2 indicates error information. The NI PCI-8531 is equipped with a 9-pin male D-SUB connector for the interface.
The PCI-8531 CANopen Interface Device is suitable for a broad range of applications. The device is used in industry as well as research applications and is also widely used in automation applications. The PCI-8531 CANopen Device is ideal for various products. The PCI-8531 interface device is used in the medical industry, the auto industry, in off-road vehicles, public transportation, and building automation products. The PCI-8531 device can also perform network management (NMT) or be used in maritime electronics.
| Model | PCI-8531 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Part Number | 781060-01 |
| Type | CANopen Interface Device |
| Transceiver | NXP PCA82C251 |
| Communication Standard | CANopen |
| Interface type | ISO 11898 |
| Maximum Baud Rate | 1 Mbps |
| Minimum Baud Rate | 10 kbps |
| LED Indicators | 2 |
| I/O Connector | 9-pin male D-SUB |
| CAN_H, CAN_L Bus Lines | –36 to +36 VDC |
| Integrated Memory | 256 MB SRAM16 Mbit Flash92 Kbit FPGA Block Memory |
| Power Requirements | +5VDC, +3.3 VDC -- 640 mA, 940 mA |
| Dimensions | 4.2 in. x 6.6 in. |
| Warranty | 2-3 Year Warranty |
| PCI-8531 Manual | User Manual and Maintenance Manual Available for Download |
| Price | Contact a sales representative for a quote. |
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National Instruments PCI-8531 Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Are any accessories required for the NI PCI-8531?
Answer: The NI PCI-8531 requires a CAN cable such as the 2 m NI CAN Single Termination, High-Speed/FD Cable (Part Number: 192017-02), 1 m NI CAN Cable, No Term, High-Speed/FD/Low-Speed, D-Sub 9-Pin F (Part Number: 193128-01), or the 2 m NI CAN Cable, No Term, High-Speed/FD/Low-Speed, D-Sub 9-Pin F (Part Number: 193128-02).
Question: Which driver is supported with the NI PCI 8531?
Answer: The NI-Industrial Communications for CANopen driver is supported with the NI PCI 8531.
Question: Which applications can the PCI-8531 be used in?
Answer: The PCI-8531 can be used for building automation, medical equipment, maritime electronics, and more.
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