(openPR) - With the new CAN-IB120/PCIe Mini, IXXAT extends its PCIe card series by a PCIe Mini format board with two CAN channels and galvanically isolated interfaces, which measures only 30 x 51 mm. In addition to the passive CAN-IB100/PCIe and the active CAN-IB200/PCIe, both available as standard and low-profile versions, CAN-IB120/PCIe Mini now enables the implementation of a CAN interface in applications with limited space.

CAN-IB100/PCIe and CAN-IB200/PCIe are characterized by their modular design concept. The cards are equipped with up to four high-speed CAN interfaces, optionally switchable to low-speed, and with up to four LIN or K-line interfaces. The galvanic isolation of the interfaces is available as an option. The modular architecture of the boards also enables the easy addition of customer-specific interfaces using piggyback modules.

For use in applications with high demands on data pre-processing, e.g. intelligent onboard handling and active filtering of messages to be sent and received, CAN-IB200/PCIe provides a powerful 32 bit microcontroller system.

For the connection to the PC, IXXAT supplies the cards with its proven VCI driver (Virtual CAN Interface). The Windows driver supports all card interfaces and allows their usage both with customer-specific programs and with analysis and configuration tools from IXXAT. The VCI driver also supports all other PC interfaces offered by IXXAT, which enables the user to easily switch the type of interface without any adaptation of the customer application. In addition, drivers for the real-time Windows extensions RTX and InTime as well as for Linux are available. The new and versatile interface board trio can be used both in industrial and automotive applications, and at a very attractive price while guaranteeing the high IXXAT quality standard and long term availability.

For more information, please visit www.ixxat.com/interfaces

IXXAT Automation is a leading provider of data communication products and services for the automation and automotive industries. The company focuses on industrial communication systems based on CAN (CANopen, DeviceNet), Ethernet (POWERLINK, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP), and TCP/IP with the associated transport protocols. Solutions for the automotive industry are mainly based on CAN (diagnosis protocols, SAE J1939), FlexRay, and LIN. IXXAT is experienced in the development of safety-oriented hardware and software in compliance with IEC 61508. In addition to designing system solutions and developing hardware and software, IXXAT supports the implementation and application of CAN and TCP/IP communication systems and offers training and consultation. The extensive product portfolio includes interface cards, test systems, analytical tools, and protocol software. Currently, the company employs a staff of 80, mostly electronics engineers and computer scientists. IXXAT has an ISO 9001-certified quality management system.

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