ICS Electronics
ICS Electronics combines leading edge GPIB, serial, USB and VXIbus technologies to create innovative products for the test and measurement industry. From simple adapters to custom OEM interface cards, from test instruments to VXIbus modules, and from GPIB controllers to VXIbus Embedded Computers, ICS delivers unique solutions for controlling test systems, for interconnecting devices and for adapting devices to different buses.
- 925-416-1000
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- 2415 Radley Ct
Suite 1
Hayward, CA 94545
United States of America
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Ethernet to Modbus RTU Interface
Model 9099
* Use Modbus TCP/IP, VXI-11, or Raw Sockets (Telnet) or to control Modbus RTU slave devices.* No special driver required which eliminates driver problems.* Controllable with Windows PC programs like C, Visual Basic, LabVIEW, VEE, etc that make VISA or SICL calls.* Controllable from MAC/UNIX/LINUX and similar computers with RPC calls.* Interfaces with PLCs or any Modbus TCP/IP Controller.* Fully VXI-11 compliant.* Works with Agilent, NI and Kikisui VISA libraries.* Internal webserver with sample Modbus device control pages for Watlow F4, F4T and EZ-Zone Controllers.* Network connectivity eliminates GPIB Bus Extension problems.* Allows multiple users to access the Modbus network or devices.* 9099 is a 2x to 5x faster than the 8099 and includes a new Modbus device control page.
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VXI Register Interface Board
VXI-5524A
*VXI Register Interface mates with user's PCB to form a B or C-size module.* 48 Digital IO Lines - Three 16-bit registers set as latched outputs or gated inputs.* 16 line bi-directional expansion bus for driving external logic.* Digital IO and VXIbus lines are 3.3V logic levels and are 5 V tolerant for compatibility with 3.3V logic and 5V VXIbus signals.* User selectable 3.3 and 5 Vdc puliup voltage on the digital IO lines for sensing switches etc.* The VXI-5524A board is a complete VXI-1 Rev 1.4 and VXI-2 compliant register-based interface.* User configurable model number, manufacturer ID, version and serial numbers.* Two companion component boards available for prototyping IC or RF assemblies.* Companion hardware kits available for building 1, 2 or 3-slot wide modules.
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GPIB to I2C and 8-Bit Data Bus Interface
Model 4802
ICS's GPIB to I2C Interface Board is an IEEE-488.2 GPIB and HP-IB compatible interface for I2c and SMB devices.
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ANSI X3.28 to Modbus RTU Converter
Model 2399
* Converts ANSI X3.28 commandslinto Modbus RTU packets.* New 32 Address Mode supports multi-channel Modbus Controllers like the Watlow MLS300.* Control Modbus RTU devices from any ASCII serial source.* Serial ports support RS-232 and 2-wire/4-wire RS-485 signals.* Includes serial baud rate conversion.* Internal logic is IEEE-488.2 compatible and uses SCPI commands for configurtion setup.* 2399 mounts on a DIN rail or on any flat panel.* Inexpensive way to maintain manufacturing equipment such as semiconductor fusion chambers, etc as the ANSI Controllers become obsolete.* Application Note AB23-3 describes how to use the 2399 to replace obsolete Watlow Controllers in the Axcelis/Fusion Gemini Asher.* 2399 Serial Keyboard Program lets you control and setup the 2399 and test the ANSI modes.* 239x Table Loader Program uploads ANSI Command Table entries from an Excel csv file.
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VXI Register-based Interface Board
VXI Register Interface mates with user's PCB to form a B or C-size module.
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GPIB Serial Interfaces
ICS's GPIB Serial Interfaces provide a mix of RS-232 and RS-422/RS-485 asynchronous signals to drive serial devices. Interfaces are available for transparent data transfer and with smart firmware that adds an IEEE-488.2 Interface to plain serial devices or with embedded PC boards. All interfaces conform to the IEEE-488.2 Standard and are HP-IB compatible.
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Serial to GPIB Controller
Model 4895
ICS's Serial to GPIB Controller allows any computer with a serial port to control GPIB devices. Works with RS-232 and 2 or 4-wire RS-422/RS-485 signals. Use to add GPIB Capability to PLCs with serial ports.
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Smart GPIB Serial Interface Board
Model 4808
* Provides smart GPIB-to-serial path for serial devices with RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 signals.* Provides all IEEE-488.2 functions and the Status Reporting Structure.* Smart firmware automatically passes GPIB data to serial device.* SCPI commands set serial configuration, GPIB address and user's IDN message.* On board voltage regulator for operation from 5 to 15 Vdc power.* Rear panel mounting eliminates cables.
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Digital Interface Boards
Model 2363 OEM
* 114515 Board has same digital capability as the 2363 described above with Serial and GPIB IO.* Serial interface header includes RS-232 and RS-485 signals. Use the 114597 Serial Cable Kit to connect the serial signals to your rear panel* GPIB header mates with 113640 or 113642 GPIB Connector/Address Switch Cable Assemblies* Accepts 9-32 Vdc power.
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Ethernet Gateway
ICS's Model 9065 Ethernet Gateway is an Ethernet to GPIB Controller that connects easily to your computer's Ethernet port, company network or to the Internet to control GPIB instruments. The Model 9065 is VXI-11 compliant, does not require special drivers and is compatible with the following systems: LINUX, UNIX, SunOS, MAC OS X, HP-UX, IBM-AIX and Windows 2K or later Windows systems. ICS's 9065 uses VXI-11 RPC calls for secure communication with virtually any computer. Eliminates the need for special drivers. Easily programmed on a PC by making VISA calls or on a MAC/UNIX/LINUX computer with RPC calls. See our extensive Application Notes or download our VXI-11 Tutorial and the VXI-11 Specification for more information about the VXI-11 Standard. ICS Electronics is the premier VXI-11 device supplier with 100% VXI-11 compliance in every product.
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Digital Interface Boards
Model 4863 OEM
* 114514 Board has same digital capability as the 4863 described above with GPIB IO.* GPIB interface header includes GPIB address switch input signals.* Use with any IC GPIB Connector/Address Switch Assembly.* Uses 9-32 Vdc power.* 114515 Board has same digital capability as the 4863 described above with GPIB and Serial IO.* GPIB interface header includes GPIB address switch input signals.* Serial interface header includes RS-232 and RS-485 signals. Use the 114597 Serial Cable Kit to connect the serial signals to your rear panel* Use with any IC GPIB Connector/Address Switch Assembly or with a 114597 Serial Connector Kit.* Uses 9-32 Vdc power.
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VXI Front Panel Kits - Blank Or Custom Panels
* Single-slot wide front panel is a bend resistant, aluminum extrusion with mounting holes and ejector slots.* Ejector handles have removable face plates for labeling the module.* Kit includes ejector handles, mounting hardware, one blank face plate, one face plate with VXI logo, and assembly screws.* Layout drawings and CAD design aids available for adding additional cutouts to the blank panels.
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Standard VXI Module Shield Kits With Address Switch Opening
* Single-slot kit fits all VXI-1 Revision 1.0 to Revision 3.0 chassis.* Clamshell design fits C-size modules with 96-pin connectors.* Side shields include connector shrouds for maximum shielding.* RFI limiting, air vent slots along top and bottom edges for good air circulation thru the module.* Extruded front panel is bend resistant.* Address switch opening on component side shield.* Complimentary layout support includes PCB design template and CAD layout files.
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GPIB to Relay Minibox™
Model 4864
* Model 4864-11 provides 16 low-level form A contacts (SPST).* Provides 8 isolated inputs for CMOS, TTL and 32 Vdc signals.* Multiple relay programming modes switch individual relays or san with single or multi-pole contacts.* Fully IEEE-488.2 and SCPI compliant.* Optional 1 'U' high Rack Mounting Kits hold one or two 4864s.* Includes 50-pin mating connector for solder connections.* Optional 1 'U' high Rack Mounting Kits hold one or two 4864s.* Optional terminal board and terminal strip for easy connections without soldering. See the GPIB Accessory page. * Model 4864-12 provides 16 heavy duty form A contacts (SPST).* All other specifications are the same as listed for the 4864-11. * Model 4864-14 provides 16 Relay driver outputs that sink 300 mA.* All other specifications are the same as listed for the 4864-11.
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Ethernet To Parallel Digital Interfaces
ICS's 8063 Ethernet Digital Interface provides a fully enclosed parallel interface that is suitable for benchtop or rack mount applications.
