MAQ20-BRDG1, Bridge Input Module
- 4 Bridge/Strain Gauge Input Channels
- Supports Quarter Half & Full Bridge configurations
- 4 or 6-wire Sensor Inputs for excitation drop compensation
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Channel Overload Protection, 30 Vrms
- Individually Configurable Inputs
- Simultaneous Sampling using dedicated A/D convertors
- Burst Mode
- Programmable Bandwidth, Excitation, Shunt Calibration
- Programmable Sampling Rate & Resolution
The MAQ20 input module has channels that are individually configurable for range, and engineering values, to match the most demanding applications. Sampling rate, resolution, bandwidth, excitation voltage and shunt calibration are user selectable.
Multiple Bridge modules can be added to expand the systems channel capacity.
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Strain Gauge |
Analog Inputs | 4 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
Applications include Structural Testing, Materials Testing, Weighing, Process Monitoring, etc.
These can be used in Field Installations, Continuous Processes and Lab Testing. They are very economical for small or large channel counts, and are easily expanded, making them excellent for Student Labs and Educational facilities.
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- Interface up to 24 I/O Modules
- Connect Host Computer & MAQ20 System
- Communicate Using Ethernet TCP/IP, USB, RS-232 or RS-485
- Store Acquired Data Locally
- Communications Interface-to-Bus Isolation 50 VDC
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Base |
Communication | Ethernet, USB, RS-232, RS-485 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
- 8 Millivolt Input Channels
- Differential Inputs
- Configurable Channels
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Channel Overload Protection, 240 Vrms
- Selective Enabling of Channels for Scanning
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Voltage |
Analog Inputs | 8 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
- 4 Discrete Voltage Input Channels
- 4 Discrete Voltage Output Channels
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Channel-to-Channel Isolation, 300 Vrms
- Overload & Reverse Protection
- Industrial Control
- User-Defined Default & Waveform Output
- 7 High Performance Special Functions
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Voltage, Frequency |
Analog Inputs | 4 |
Analog Outputs | 4 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
- 8 Differential Thermocouple Input Channels
- Interface to Types J, K, T or R & S
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Overload Protection up to 150 Vrms
- Configurable Channels
- Selective Enabling of Channels for Scanning
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Thermocouple/RTD |
Analog Inputs | 8 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
- 5 Analog Input Channels
- 4-Wire RTD (Pt100, Ni120) or Potentiometer Inputs
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Overload Protection up to 240 Vrms
- Configurable Channels
- Selective Enabling of Channels for Scanning
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Thermocouple/RTD |
Analog Inputs | 5 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
- 6 Analog Input Channels
- 3-Wire RTD (Pt100, Ni120) or Potentiometer Inputs
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Overload Protection up to 240 Vrms
- Configurable Channels
- Selective Enabling of Channels for Scanning
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Thermocouple/RTD |
Analog Inputs | 6 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |
- 8 Frequency Input Channels
- Range: 0.5 Hz to 1 MHz plus State Change
- 50 mV Sensitivity
- Input-to-Bus Isolation, 1500 Vrms
- Channels Protected up to 240 Vrms
- Configurable Channels
- Selective Enabling of Channels for Scanning
- 4 Excitation Sources to Power Sensors or Provide 5 V Logic Compatible Output
Family | Dataforth MAQ20 |
Unit Type | Module |
Input Type | Frequency |
Digital Inputs | 8 |
Min Temperature | -40 °C |
Max Temperature | 85 °C |