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Analog

PARAMETER NO. OF CHANNELS MAXIMUM DATA RATE RESOLUTION MODULE
ICP® based microphones, accelerometers, load cells and pressure sensors
6 102.4 kSa/s 24-bit ICS42; CHS42X
2 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ICT42S 2 ; MIC42X
4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ICP42S ; WSB42X
±10 V voltage input 8 6.4 kSa/s 24-bit THM42
6 102.4 kSa/s 24-bit ICS42 ; CHS42X
2 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ICT42S 2 ; MIC42X
4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ICP42S ; WSB42X
2 1 MSa/s 5 24-bit ALI42 ;
±60 V voltage input
4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ICT42S
Tacho pulse input with 4.9 MSa/s Scope Mode 2 up to 1 MPulse/s 3 14 ns ICT42S 1
200 V or non-polarized microphones 2 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit MIC42X
Piezoelectric based accelerometers, load cells, etc. (Single-Ended) 6 102.4 kSa/s 24-bit CHS42X
Piezoelectric based accelerometers, load cells, etc. (Differential) 2 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit DCH42S
Strain gauges, load cells, pressure sensors, strain based accelerometers, inductive displacement (LVDT) and rope displacement sensors 4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit WSB42X
2 1 MSa/s 5 24-bit ALI42
Current-excited strain gauges including dynamic strain 4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit WSB42X
E, J, K, T and U thermocouples as well as Pt100 sensors 8 6.4 kSa/s 24-bit THM42
 

Output

PARAMETER NO. OF CHANNELS MAXIMUM DATA RATE RESOLUTION MODULE
±10 V voltage output with status handshake 4 204.8 kSa/s 24-bit ALO42S
 

Digital

PARAMETER NO. OF CHANNELS MAXIMUM DATA RATE RESOLUTION MODULE
Internal GPS 1 10 Hz NA GPS42S
CAN 1 network 8 Mbit/s NA CAN42S
CAN 2 network 2 Mbit/s (simultaneous) NA CAN42S

MODULES: SPECIFICATIONS

 

ICP® Voltage

 

ICS42

6 Channel ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier

The ICS42 Module can be used with ICP® based accelerometers, force and pressure sensors as well as to measure analog voltages. All 6 channels can operate independently of each other, each with their own setting of mode, gain and coupling.

Where used:
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force or pressure
  • With any voltage source up to ±10 V in voltage input mode
ICS42 features:
  • 6 channels
  • 2 input modes of operation:
    • ICP® mode with 4 mA constant current at ±12 V or 24 V excitation
    • Voltage input mode with AC or DC coupling
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 1)
  • 24-bit resolution, 102.4 kSa/s sampling rate per channel,
  • 49 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.2° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • ±(100 mV, 10 V and 1 V) input ranges
  • Highly configurable to accommodate single ended and triaxial sensors
  • Supports a number of known industry triaxial cables
  • Short and open circuit cable monitoring
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • 2 MΩ differential and 1 MΩ single-ended input resistance
  • LEMO® 9-way EHG.0B connectors
  • Low power consumption
Related SubModules:
  • TBNC10 – Split signals to 3 BNC connectors
  • TSMB10 – Split signals to 3 SMB connectors
  • TBNC40 – Split signals to 3 separate BNC Plug connectors
  • TBNC30 – Split signals to 3 separate BNC Jack connectors
  • SMRM20 - Panel to house various SubModules in a 19 inch rack
 

ICP42S

Advanced 4 Channel ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier

The ICP42S Module can be used with ICP® based accelerometers, force and pressure sensors as well as to measure analog voltages. All 4 channels operate independently of each other, each with their own setting of mode, gain and coupling. The ICP42S furthers the ICP42 by sharing many of the same features and advancing others.

Where used:
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force or pressure
  • With any voltage source up to ±60 V in voltage input mode
ICP42S features:
  • 4 channels
  • 2 input modes of operation:
    • ICP® mode with 4 mA, 8 mA or 12 mA constant current at ±12 V or 24 V excitation
    • Voltage input mode with AC or DC coupling
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 1)
  • 24-bit resolution, 204.8 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 100 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.2° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy between channels of the same or any other Module
  • ±(100 mV, 1 V, 10 V and 60 V) input ranges
  • There are 3 distinctive input mode options for both ICP® and voltage input modes:
    • Differential or Balanced Float (ICP® mode provides ±12 V excitation)
    • Single-Ended or Unbalanced Float (ICP® mode provides 24 V excitation)
    • Single-Ended or Unbalanced Ground (ICP® mode provides 24 V excitation)
  • Short and open circuit cable monitoring
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • 2 MΩ differential and 1 MΩ single-ended input resistance
  • LEMO® 3-way EHG.0B connectors
  • Low power consumption
Related Cables:
  • 029K – Signal cable, converting LEMO® (3-way) connector to BNC connector
 

Piezoelectric Charge

 

CHS42X

6 Channel ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier

The CHS42X Module can be used with ICP® based accelerometers, force and pressure sensors, quartz or piezoelectric ceramic sensors or to measure analog voltages.

Where used:
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force or pressure
  • With piezoelectric sensors commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force, torque and pressure
  • With any voltage source up to ±10 V in voltage input mode
ICP® and Voltage Mode features
  • 6 channels
  • ICP® mode with 4 mA constant current at 24 V excitation
  • Voltage input mode with AC or DC coupling
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9 V1.0 (Class 1)
  • 24-bit resolution, 102.4 kSa/s sampling
  • Highly configurable to accommodate single ended and triaxial sensors
  • Supports a number of known industry triaxial cables
  • Short and open circuit cable monitoring
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • Low power consumption
  • LEMO® 9-way EHG.0B connectors
Charge Input Mode features
  • 6 channels
  • 24-bit resolution, 102.4 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 90 kHz bandwidth
  • Drift is lower than 4 mV/h at any sensitivity and gain
  • The cable shield can be connected or disconnected from the module ground
  • Low power consumption
  • High input impedance
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • LEMO® 9-way EHG.0B connectors
Related SubModule:
  • TMDT10 – Split signals from the Module interface to 3 Microdot connectors
  • TBNC10 – Split signals to 3 BNC connectors
  • TSMB10 – Split signals to 3 SMB connectors
 

DCH42S

2 Channel Differential Charge Input Amplifier

The DCH42S Module has 2 independent differential input channels for Quartz or Piezoelectric Ceramic sensors. These sensors are typically used when improved signal performance such as low noise and low distortion is required, or where high temperature and nuclear radiation prevents the use of ICP® based sensors. Additionally a differential charge measurement offers further noise immunity and higher bandwidth and is particularly suited to applications using long cables.

Where used:
  • With piezoelectric sensors commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force, torque and pressure
  • Where long cables are required necessitating the use of balanced twisted pair cables
DCH42S features:
  • 2 channels
  • There are 2 distinctive input mode options:
    • Single-Ended
    • Differential
  • 24-bit resolution, 204.8 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 90 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.5° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • 2 Sensitivity settings of 0.1 mV/pC and 1 mV/pC when in Single-Ended mode
  • 2 Sensitivity settings of 0.2 mV/pC and 2 mV/pC when in Differential mode
  • ±(100 mV, 1 V and 10 V) input ranges
  • Maximum charge input ranges from ±10 000 pC to ±100 000 pC in Single-Ended mode and from ±5000 pC to ±50 000 pC in Differential mode
  • Low discharge time constant provides between 0.016 Hz and 1.6 Hz high pass frequency (-3 dB), depending on mode
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • Overvoltage detection on frontend input signals
  • Amphenol 31-2225 Twin BNC connectors
  • 3 voltage gain ranges
  • Low power consumption
 

Tacho

 

ICT42S

Advanced 2 Channel ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier with 2 Channel Tacho Input Amplifier

The ICT42S Module is a hybrid Module which combines 2 channels from the advanced ICP42S Module with 2 advanced Tacho input channels. The Tacho channels provide Tacho period measurements with a 20 ns resolution, sampled where the signal intersects its trigger level settings. Triggering of Tacho signals can be set for rising or falling edges with adjustable hysteresis while additionally providing AC coupling for sensors with varying DC voltage offsets. A high speed 4.9 MSa/s scope mode is provided to view the Tacho signals in order to assist with the definition of trigger levels.

Where used:
  • When measuring the pulse rate and time between pulses such as rpm and crank angle
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force or pressure
  • With any voltage source up to ±60 V in voltage input mode
ICT42S features: ICP® channels
  • See ICP42S for more details regarding the 2 ICP® or voltage input mode channels
ICT42S features: Tacho channels
  • 2 Tacho channels
  • Tacho input can be DC/AC coupled
  • 20 ns (50 MHz) Tacho resolution
  • 16-bit Tacho trigger level adjustment
  • ±(2 V, 12 V, 30 V and 60 V) input ranges
  • 2 MHz analog bandwidth for all input ranges
  • Adjustable trigger level hysteresis (Schmitt trigger implementation)
  • Triggering on the n’th edge
  • Tacho trigger level self-calibration
  • Scope mode for each Tacho channel, sampled at 4.9 MSa/s resolution
  • ±12 V or 12 V voltage excitation output to Tacho sensor
  • LEMO® 4-way EHG.0B connectors
  • Low power consumption
  • 700 kPulse/s rate for the sum of the 2 Tacho channels
Related Cables:
  • 029K – Signal cable, converting LEMO® (3-way) connector to BNC connector
  • 031K – Signal cable, converting LEMO® (4-way) connectors to BNC connectors
Related SubModule:
  • ICTV11 – Used to protect Tacho inputs from excessively high voltages. Provides a BNC connector to interface to the appropriate Tacho sensor
 

Temperature

 

THM42

8 Channel E, J, K, T and U Thermocouple and Pt100 Input Amplifier

The THM42 Module contains 8 channels for use with any thermocouple type as well as Pt100 sensors. Remote cold junction compensation is provided through a SubModule (which is thermocouple type specific) while linearization is provided in the SC42. The Module also includes a calibrated 0.2 mA current source for Pt100 sensor excitation. SubModules are available which contain a pair of commonly used miniature E, J, K, T and U thermocouple connectors (other types available upon request) with cold junction circuitry for thermocouple applications. Another SubModule contains a pair of LEMO® connectors for Pt100 applications. Any combination of applicable SubModules can be connected to the THM42 Module. The THM42 Module also includes 8 channels for measuring voltage inputs up to ±10 V.

Where used:
  • When measuring E, J, K and T thermocouples (other types available upon request)
  • When measuring Pt100 sensors in constant current mode
  • With any voltage source up to ±10 V in voltage input mode
THM42 features:
  • 8 channels
  • 3 input modes of operation:
    • Thermocouples
    • Pt100 based temperature measurement
    • Voltage input mode, including 4 mA to 20 mA sensors
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 2)
  • 24-bit resolution, 6.4 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 2.5 kHz bandwidth
  • ±(100 mV and 10 V) input ranges
  • 0.2 mA Pt100 excitation current
  • Open circuit cable monitoring
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • 2 MΩ Differential input resistance
  • LEMO® 7-way EHG.0B connectors with 2 channels sharing one connector
Related SubModule:
  • THMP10 – Connect two Pt100 sensors to a signal channel
  • THMS10 – 2 sets of 4-way general purpose screw terminals to connect to a pair of E, J, K or T thermocouples or a pair of Pt100 sensors
  • THMx10 – A single channel SubModule to connect 2 thermocouples to a single channel
  • THMV10 – Converts constant current signals between 4 mA and 20 mA to voltages between 1 V and 5 V
 

Strain

 

WSB42X

Advanced 4 Channel Bridge, ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier

The WSB42X Module provides all the functionality of the WSB42. Additional features have been added including constant current excitation (DC), dynamic strain mode, ICP® sensor support and a higher sampling rate.

Where used:
  • All WSB42 use cases
  • With any voltage source up to ±10 V in voltage input mode
  • Current-excited sensors in 4-wire mode (full bridge or 1 external element, DC and AC)
  • Current-excited sensors in 2-wire mode (dynamic strain only)
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force or pressure
WSB42X features:
  • 4 channels
  • 7 modes of operation
    • Analog input mode
    • ICP® mode with 4, 8 or 12 mA constant current at ±12 V excitation
    • Bridge voltage-excitation mode: 0-6 V (AC or DC) for 350 Ω full bridges, 120 Ω and 350 Ω half or quarter bridges; 0-4 V (AC or DC) for 120 Ω full bridges
    • Bridge voltage-excitation mode: 8-10 V (DC) for 1 kΩ bridges
    • Bridge current-excitation mode: 4, 8 or 12 mA (DC)
    • 2 and 4 wire current-excitation strain mode: 4, 8 or 12 mA (DC)
    • LVDT inductive displacement transducer mode (AC)
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 1 and 2)
  • 24-bit resolution, 204.8 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 100 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.2° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • ±(10 mV, 100 mV, 1 V and 10 V) input ranges for all modes
  • ≤ 10 kHz AC excitation
  • Balanced differential signal input, differential voltage-excitation output and balanced sense input
  • Full, half and quarter bridge configurations
  • Internal half and quarter bridge completion resistors for 120 Ω and
    350 Ω bridge elements
  • Local and remote sense options
  • 100 kΩ internal shunt calibration resistor
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • LEMO® 7-way EHG.0B connectors
Related SubModule:
  • QBNC12 – Converts the LEMO® connector to 4 BNC connectors
Related Cables:
  • 001K - Connects deflection bridge sensors to WSB42(X), ALI42 Modules
  • 046K – Converts the LEMO® connector to a BNC connector
 

High Speed Bridge and Voltage

 

ALI42

2 Channel High Speed Bridge and Voltage Input Amplifier

The ALI42 Module is a 2 channel high speed Module with sample rates of up to 819.2 kSa/s and a bandwidth of 390 kHz. Both channels operate independently of each other, each with its own mode, gain, coupling, etc. and with all settings done in software. The ALI42 has two 7-way LEMO® connectors and can be used for both high bandwidth analog input as well as full bridge measurement applications.

Where used:
  • With any voltage source up to ±10 V
  • With any pressure transducer, load cell, strain gauge and other bridge based sensors

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ALI42 features:
  • 2 channels
  • 2 modes of operation:
    • Analog input (ALI) mode
    • Bridge voltage-excitation mode: 0-6 V (DC) for > -350 Ω full bridges; 0-4 V (DC) for 120 Ω full bridges; 8-10 V (DC) for 1 kΩ full bridges
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 1 & 2)
  • 24-bit resolution
  • 819.2 kSa/s sampling rate for 1 channel, 390 kHz bandwidth
  • 409.6 kSa/s sampling rate for 2 channels, 195 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.3° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • ±(100 mV, 1 V and 10 V) input ranges for all modes
  • Input resistance: 2 MΩ
  • Input capacitance: < 100 pF
  • DC or AC coupling
  • Balanced differential signal input
  • Sensors and bridges providing a full bridge are supported
    • Local and Remote Sense options
    • 100 kΩ internal shunt calibration resistor
    • Differential voltage-excitation output and balanced sense input
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • Selectable low and high pass digital filters
  • LEMO® 7-way EHG.0B connectors
Related SubModule:
  • QBNC12 – Converts the LEMO® connector to 4 BNC connectors
Related Cables:
  • 001K - Connects deflection bridge sensors to WSB42(X), ALI42 Modules
  • 046K – Converts the LEMO® connector to a BNC connector
 

Microphone / ICP® Voltage

 

MIC42X

Advanced 2 Channel Microphone, ICP® and Voltage Input Amplifier

In addition to providing excellent performance for microphone measurements, the MIC42X Module also offers ICP® and voltage input modes.

Where used:
  • With any 200 V or self-polarized microphones with pre-amplifier
  • With any ICP® based sensor commonly used to measure vibration, acceleration, force and pressure
  • With any voltage source up to ±12 V in voltage input mode
MIC42X features:
  • 2 channels
  • 3 input modes of operation:
    • Microphone mode with 200 V or self-polarized microphone capsules with pre-amplifier
    • ICP® mode with 4 mA, 8 mA or 12 mA constant current at ±12 V or 24 V excitation
    • Voltage input mode with AC or DC coupling
  • Supports TEDS IEEE 1451.4 V0.9, V1.0 (Class 1 and 2)
  • 24-bit resolution, 204.8 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 100 kHz bandwidth
  • < 0.2° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • ± (120 mV, 1.2 V and 12 V) input ranges
  • ±14.5 V microphone pre-amplifier excitation voltage
  • 0 or 200 V polarization output
  • Microphone calibration output to inject test signals into microphone pre-amplifiers
  • Exceptionally low distortion and noise design
  • There are 3 distinctive input mode options for both ICP® and voltage input modes:
    • Differential or Balanced Float (±12 V excitation)
    • Single-Ended or Unbalanced Float (24 V excitation)
    • Single-Ended or Unbalanced Ground (24 V excitation)
  • Software selectable connection of cable shield to Ground
  • Short and open circuit cable monitoring
  • Signal integrity circuit continuously monitors the input and disconnects sensitive circuits during overload conditions
  • Pre-amplifier Excitation Short Circuit protection
  • Pre- and post-filter overflow monitoring
  • LEMO® 7-way EGG.1B connectors
  • Low power consumption
Related Cables:
  • 044K – Converts LEMO® connector to BNC connector
 

Voltage Output

 

ALO42S

4 Channel Voltage Output Source

The ALO42S Module provides 4 independent output channels for the generation of analog signals. Each channel also incorporates Status Input and Output signals, enabling further communication with external equipment for applications such as test supervision or workflow control.

Where used:
  • Excitation signals for shaker / modal testing
  • Drive signals for acoustic testing
  • Arbitrary analog signals to feed into other circuits requiring ±10 V static or dynamic signals
ALO42S features:
  • 4 channels
    • Analog Signal Output
    • Module Status Output
    • Device Under Control Status Input
    • 5 V or 12 V DC Voltage Output
  • 24-bit resolution, 204.8 kSa/s sampling rate per channel, 20 kHz 0.1 dB passband flatness
  • Excellent low noise and distortion performance
  • Excellent DC gain and offset stability
  • ±10 V @ 30 mA output
  • < 0.5° @ 10 kHz phase accuracy when in similar range
  • Provides Module Status output
  • Monitors Device Under Control input
  • Automatic safe shutdown upon fault condition
  • LEMO® 7-way EHG.0B connectors
  • 10 Ω output impedance
  • Function generator output types:
    • DC (-10 to 10 V)
    • Sine (0 to 10 kHz, 20 Vpp, -360° to 360° relative phase)
    • Square (0 to 10 kHz, 20 Vpp, -360° to 360° relative phase)
    • Triangle (0 to 10 kHz, 10 Vpp, -360° to 360° relative phase)
    • White noise (20 Vpp)
  • Signal control:
    • Enable / Disable Channel output
    • Module Floating or Grounded Biasing
    • Amplitude change time (0 to 3600 s – S-curve shaped ramp/fade from previous output to next
    • Frequency / Phase change time (0 to 3600 s – S-curve shaped transition from previous output to new)
  • Output voltage on Module Status pin:
    • 0 V
    • 5 V
    • 12 V
Related SubModule:
  • QBNC12 – Converts the LEMO® connector to 4 BNC connectors
Related Cables:
  • 046K – Converts the LEMO® connector to a BNC connector
 

Digital Bus Interface

 

CAN42S

Interface to 2 Controller Area Networks (CAN)

The CAN42S provides an interfaces to 2 CAN or CAN FD (CAN with Flexible Data-Rate) busses. CAN FD is an extension of the original CAN protocol which allows for higher data bandwidth. Messages received from CAN are time-stamped to synchronize their reception with analog and digital measurements from other Modules in the system. Fully implemented features include Participate mode, Listen-Only mode, Self-Reception of sent messages and Loopback mode. The CAN42S Module provides independent channel filtering.

Where used:
  • When monitoring CAN based messages
  • When controlling CAN based devices
CAN42S features:
  • Conforms to ISO 11898-1:2015 (“ISO CAN FD”)
  • Supports Arbitration Bit Rates from 14.4 kbit/s to 1000 kbit/s
  • Supports Data Bit Rates from 14.4 kbit/s to 8000 kbit/s (single channel only), or 2000 kbit/s (both channels simultaneously)
  • Supports Sample Point configuration for the arbitration phase
  • Software selectable 120 Ω bus termination per Channel
  • 3 modes of operation:
    • Participate – actively acknowledges messages on the bus and sends messages
    • Listen only – passively interprets messages that are sent between other nodes on the bus
    • Loopback – forms an internal virtual bus that only receives its own sent messages
  • Each CAN message received and accepted by the Module is time stamped in order to synchronize the received CAN messages with the rest of the measurement data
  • Individually configurable identifier list per channel to provide acceptance filtering for all CAN messages received from the CAN bus
  • Individually configurable CAN message transmission
  • Each channel has protection against ESD and other harmful transients
  • LEMO® 7-way EHG.0B connectors
Related SubModule:
  • CANC10 – Provides an interface to a 9-pin D-sub connector (to a CANbus network)
 

Time and Position

 

GPS42S

Internal GPS Interface

The GPS42S provides accurate GPS time and position data to QuantusSeries systems. Accurate timing information is in the form of a synchronized pulse logical signal.

The GPS42S can also be used for synchronization purposes. Here the GPS42S Module provides the System Controller with the synchronized pulse signal to align its internal clock. Systems with this capability are able to synchronize with one another without limitations as to their position or the total number of systems.

Where used:
  • Synchronizing numerous channels over multiple systems
  • When requiring accurate time and position information
GPS42S features:
  • Internal GPS channel
  • NMEA and UBX Protocols available
  • 4 Hz position updates
  • Time-stamping for received GPS time and position data to 5 µs resolution
  • 3.3 V antenna voltage
  • Position accuracy 2.5 m
  • 1 channel SMA connector for antenna
  • Time-Pulse RMS accuracy: 30 ns