ACCES I/O Releases Software Selectable USB Analog Input Modules

By DE Editors

ACCES I/O Products, Inc. (San Diego, CA) released a new series of low cost USB analog input modules — the USB-AI Series. This line of 12- and 16-bit USB modules will be showcased at the upcoming Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose.

Starting with its flagship model, the USB-AI16-16A, a high-speed USB 2.0, 16-bit multifunction analog input board, is suited for precision measurement, analysis, monitoring, and control in countless embedded applications. It can sample inputs at speeds up to 500kHz for the board’s 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels.

Standard features in the USB-AI Series include 16 digital I/O lines and a 16-bit counter/timer — all packaged in a small, rugged, industrial enclosure. With an excellent price/performance value, this family of boards also includes models with slower A/D speeds and a group of 12-bit modules for less demanding applications. The OEM USB/104 version provides just the board without the enclosure and is ideal for a variety of embedded OEM applications — simply connect to any available USB port.

The USB-AI Series includes five models (USB-AI16-16A, USB-AI16-16E, USB-AI12-16A, USB-AI12-16, and USB-AI12-16E) with list prices ranging from only $339 to $639. The boards feature eight standard analog voltage input ranges, two factory current input ranges (4-20mA or 10-50mA) and includes a data sample buffer and hardware real-time calibration capability. A unique channel-by-channel programmable gain feature enables measurement of an assortment of large and small signals in one scan — all under software control at up to 500kHz.

For key features, visit ACCES I/O.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.