NI GPIB-140A Universal Parallel Interface Bus

Description

The NI GPIB-140A module is a high-performance GPIB (Universal Parallel Interface Bus) controller module or data acquisition module produced by National Instruments (NI). The following is a detailed introduction to the module:

1、 Main features
Wide compatibility:
This module communicates with various instruments and devices through GPIB interface. GPIB is a standard communication interface widely used in the fields of science and engineering, allowing computers to exchange high-speed data with various instruments.
Multi device connectivity capability:
Support connecting multiple instruments or devices to a computer simultaneously to achieve multi-channel data acquisition and control. This allows users to monitor and control multiple devices in one system, improving the efficiency and flexibility of data collection.
High speed data transmission:
Supports high-speed data transmission and enables fast data reading and writing on GPIB bus, suitable for applications that require high bandwidth and real-time performance.
Flexible control ability:
It can be used for sending commands, setting control parameters, and receiving data, achieving precise control and monitoring of instruments.
Driver and software support:
Equipped with corresponding drivers and software tools, it can be integrated with NI’s software platform (such as LabVIEW) for easy programming control and data processing by users.
2、 Application Fields
Due to its wide compatibility and multi device connectivity, the NI GPIB-140A module is suitable for various fields such as electronic measurement, automatic test equipment (ATE), semiconductor manufacturing, biomedical research, and more. In these fields, it can help users achieve efficient and accurate data collection and control systems.

3、 Fiber GPIB extender function (if applicable)
When the NI GPIB-140A module is used as a fiber GPIB extender, it also has the following characteristics:

Fiber optic connection:
Compared to traditional cable connections, fiber optic connections have higher bandwidth and anti-interference performance, allowing for data transmission over longer distances.
Low latency:
The characteristics of fiber optic transmission enable NI GPIB-140A to have very low latency, enabling real-time control and response.
Stability and reliability:
This extender has good stability and reliability, suitable for long-term stable operation and high demand applications.
Extend the distance and increase the number of devices:
The transmission distance of GPIB system can be extended to 1 kilometer, while increasing the maximum number of GPIB devices in the system, making it possible to use GPIB interface in larger systems.
4、 Summary
The NI GPIB-140A module is a powerful and high-performance data acquisition and controller module suitable for various testing, measurement, and automation application scenarios. Its wide compatibility, multi device connectivity, high-speed data transmission, and flexible control capabilities make it an ideal choice in many fields. At the same time, as a fiber GPIB extender, it also has advantages such as fiber optic connection, low latency, high stability, and reliability, further expanding its application range.