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Model 7430 | Low Power Analog to Digital
Features
  • Smart A/D for thermocouples, thermistors, RTD's, strain and pressure gauges
  • 8-channels of 16-bit A/D resolution
  • Eliminates trimpot adjustments by using software calibration
  • Performs concurrent 32-bit floating point operations to minimize host computer loading
  • Each channel is software programmable for sensor type, gain, low-pass filtering, scan rate
  • STD compatible

The Sensoray Model 7430 Smart A/D offers a cost-effective way to acquire sensor data for any STD bus system. They feature 16-bit resolution from eight input channels, each individually programmable for a different sensor type. Analog-to-digital conversion is performed in under 22 milliseconds, providing a 45 channel-per-second scan rate.

The 7430 board plugs directly into any STD bus slot. Channel linearization, calibration, and sensitivity are software- programmable, eliminating trim potentiometers and the need for board access.

Calibration
The 7430 automatically self-calibrates by measuring internal references. Reference data is stored in an EEPROM so that boards may be easily interchanged. Signal conditioning is provided for thermistors, RTD's, thermocouples, strain and pressure, resistance and voltage inputs. Standard correction for non-linear sensors is built in. Custom compensation can be downloaded.

Excitation
A pulsed constant-voltage source is provided for strain and pressure sensors. A pulsed constant-current source is provided for resistive sensors.

Lead loss errors from RTD's, thermistors, and resistors are eliminated with the use of four-wire circuits.

The on-board microprocessor continually scans the active sensor channels. Each channel is scanned, amplified, digitized, filtered, converted to engineering units, and stored in on-board memory, independent of host CPU activity.

Field wiring is made directly to the 7430. Each channel has a 5-pin connector: two pins for voltage inputs, two for excitation, and a fifth pin for connecting a shield. A temperature sensor is attached to an integral isothermal plate as a thermocouple reference. These connectors are supplied with each 7430.

Software and Manuals

Model 7430 Instruction Manual Released 5/18/01
SDK18 (32-bit DLL) Released 5/1/03

Specifications

Input resistance 100 Megohms
Max. input voltage 63 VAC rms
CMMR 95 db min
Max. command mode +/- 5 volts
A/D converter 16-bit integrating
Conversion time 22 mS per channel
A/D scan rate 45 samples/sec
Operating temperature -25°C to 85 °C
Interface STD 80
Input power 5 volts at 100 mA | 12 volts at 45 mA
For Sensor Types, Resolution, Range and Codes click here
Sensor connector pinout

Prices

Model 7429 Analog to Digital Converter Qty. 1 $715 Qty. 2-9 $650