Measurement Computing / CEC PCI-488 GPIB Card

The Measurement Computing / CEC PCI-488 is a high-performance IEEE 488.2 GPIB interface card for PCI bus computers. It delivers complete Talker, Listener, and Controller functionality, enabling direct control of up to 14 GPIB-compatible instruments. The card supports data transfer rates exceeding 1 MB/s, reaching up to 1.5 MB/s with IEEE 488 interlocked handshake. A 1024-word FIFO buffer and seven shared interrupt lines optimize communication efficiency for automated testing and measurement systems.

– Technical Specifications

• IEEE 488 Compliance: Fully compliant with IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards; supports SCPI
• Data Transfer Rate: >1 MB/s typical; up to 1.5 MB/s maximum with IEEE 488 interlocked handshake
• Buffer Memory: 1024-word FIFO
• Interrupt Lines: Seven with shared capability
• Instrument Capacity: Up to 14 GPIB devices per bus
• GPIB Connector: Standard IEEE 488 24-pin
• PCI Bus: 32-bit, 3.3 V or 5 V compatible
• Power Consumption: +3.3 VDC: 0.4 W typical, 0.6 W maximum
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 °C
• Storage Temperature: -20 to 70 °C
• Operating Humidity: 10 to 90% non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing

– Key Features

• Operates as system controller or device on the GPIB bus
• Half-sized printed circuit board with standard PC bracket
• Dimensions: 120 × 64.4 mm (4.72 × 2.54 in.)
• Compatible with all IEEE 488.1 and 488.2 compliant instruments

– Compatibility & Integration

• Driver API binary compatible with NI-488.2 software
• Supported on Microsoft Windows operating systems and LabVIEW
• Compatible with LabWindows, VIEWDAC, LABTECH NOTEBOOK, TESTPOINT, and ASYST environments
• Command compatible with National Instruments and Capital Equipment Corporation driver libraries