Astro-Med Dash 18X Portable Data Acquisition Recorder

The Astro-Med DASH 18X is a portable, high-performance data acquisition system designed for comprehensive data recording and analysis in both field and laboratory environments. It integrates waveform data, video snapshots, and audio recording capabilities into a single unit. This system is particularly well-suited for demanding applications that require real-time data capture and in-depth analysis.

### Technical Specifications

**Data Acquisition & Recording:**

* **Channels:** 18 universal input channels.
* **Input Types:** Supports voltage, thermocouple, and bridge measurements.
* **Sampling Rate:**
* Up to 100 kHz per channel for high-speed data acquisition.
* Can be set as low as one sample per minute for long-term trend recording, enabling months of unattended data acquisition.
* Variable sample rates from 1 sample per minute up to 100,000 samples per second.
* Ability to capture different signals at different rates simultaneously for optimized disk space utilization.
* **Data Storage:**
* Internal 73 GB hard drive for continuous data capture.
* Capable of storing hours of continuous data at the highest sample rates.
* Thousands of captures can be stacked on the hard drive for unattended, triggered operation.
* **Triggering:**
* User-defined trigger conditions for capturing specific data.
* Pre- and post-trigger memory storage, with pre-trigger percentage selectable from 0 to 99%.
* **Data Modes:**
* **Real-time Recording Mode:** Displays waveforms while capturing data to the hard drive, allowing for immediate data visibility and trend monitoring.
* **Scope Mode:** Functions as a digital storage oscilloscope, providing high time-base resolution for detailed viewing and analysis of high-frequency signals while data is captured in the background.
* **Acquire/Review Mode:** Allows for review and analysis of previously captured data without interrupting real-time recording.
* **Integrated Recording:** Captures waveform data, video snapshots, and audio synchronized with waveform data.

**Display & User Interface:**

* **Display:** 17-inch color touchscreen display.
* Resolution: 1280 x 1024.
* Features icon-based and menu-driven operation for straightforward setup and use.
* Allows viewing up to 18 waveforms simultaneously in discrete, overlap, or custom formats.
* Waveforms can be assigned different colors for visual identification and can change color when alarm thresholds are exceeded.
* **On-Screen Cursors:** For waveform measurements, including amplitude and timing.
* **Real-time Multimeter Function:** Displays instantaneous values of waveforms.

**Input Signal Capabilities:**

* **Universal Inputs:** High voltage, low voltage, temperature, DC bridge, and frequency inputs can be connected directly without external signal conditioning.
* **Differential Voltage Measurements:**
* Input Type: Isolated, differential.
* Measuring Ranges: 200 to 1600 mVFS; 50 to 500 mVFS; 5 to 50 mVFS.
* Absolute Max Input: ±40 V differential.
* **Bridge Measurements:**
* Input Type: Isolated, differential.
* Measuring Ranges: 200 to 1600 mVFS; 50 to 500 mVFS; 5 to 50 mVFS.
* Excitation: Isolated 10 V @ 20 mA; Adjustable 0.1 to 10.1 V.
* Autobalance feature for DC bridge measurements.
* **Thermocouple Measurements:**
* Input Type: Isolated, differential.
* Specified Ranges (examples): Type J: 0 to 760°C; Type K: 0 to 1370°C; Type T: -160 to 400°C; Type E: -100 to 1000°C; Type N: 0 to 1300°C.
* **Frequency Measurements:**
* **AC/DC Voltage Measurement:** True RMS conversion for AC waveforms.
* **High Voltage Measurement:** Can handle up to 250 Vrms directly with shrouded banana jack inputs.
* **Channel-to-Channel Isolation:** Prevents cross-talk and signal interference.

**Connectivity & Interfaces:**

* **Ethernet:** 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface for data upload to PC.
* **USB:** Connectivity for data transfer.
* **Internal DVD+R Drive:** For setup files, software upgrades, and data transfer/archive.
* **IRIG Time Decoding (Optional):** Decodes IRIG A, B, H, and NASA 36 time codes for high-speed time synchronization.

**Processing & Analysis:**

* **Real-time Filtering:** Available for signal processing.
* **Math Functions:** Real-time math functions available.
* **PC Software:**
* AstroVIEW X: PC-based data review and analysis program included.
* Supports data upload, review, and analysis on any Windows PC.
* Converts data to ASCII, Excel, MathCAD, and DADiSP formats.
* Free viewing, analysis, and conversion software.

**Physical & Power:**

* **Dimensions:** 16.1″ L x 15.1″ W x 6.4″ H.
* **Weight:** 27 lb.
* **Enclosure:** Aluminum.
* **Power Supply:** Auto-sensing power supply.
* Input Voltage Range: 102-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz.
* Optional DC Power Input Modules: 12 VDC or 28 VDC for automotive or remote applications.
* Power Consumption: 300 Watts maximum.

**Compliance:**

* **Safety:** EN61010.
* **EMC:** FCC Class A, EN61326.
* **Power Harmonics:** IEC1000-3-2.
* **System Certification:** ISO9001.

Why Choose Aumictech for Astro-Med DASH 18X?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end data acquisition equipment. Whether you need robust field-ready data capture, versatile laboratory analysis tools, or comprehensive enterprise-level recording solutions, our team ensures the Astro-Med DASH 18X delivers maximum performance for your application.