GE AVME-9668

Description

GE Fanuc AVME-9668 VMEbus Analog Input Module

1. Product Overview

• Function: Converts analog signals (voltage/current) to digital data for integration with VMEbus-based systems.
• Key Features:
  • 16 differential input channels (±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA).
  • 16-bit resolution with 0.0015% linearity error.
  • Programmable gain (1x, 2x, 4x, 8x) for flexible signal scaling.
  • High-speed sampling (up to 250 kS/s per channel).

2. Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Input Type	Differential analog signals
Resolution	16 bits
Sampling Rate	250 kS/s per channel (multiplexed mode)
Input Range	±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA
Noise Rejection	60/50 Hz filtering (60 dB typical)
Digital Interface	VMEbus (J1 connector), 32-bit data path
Power Supply	+5V DC (1.2A max), +15V DC (0.2A max)
Dimensions	233.4 mm x 160 mm (VME 6U form factor)

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3. Key Advantages

• High Precision: 16-bit ADC ensures accurate measurements in critical processes (e.g., chemical mixing, temperature monitoring).
• Flexible Configuration: Supports single-ended or differential inputs, ideal for mixed-signal environments.
• Real-Time Performance: Hardware-triggered sampling with DMA transfer reduces CPU load for high-speed applications.
• Rugged Design: Industrial-grade components withstand vibration, EMI, and temperature extremes (-40°C to +85°C).

4. Applications

• Industrial Automation: Monitoring pressure, flow, and temperature in manufacturing lines.
• Test & Measurement: Data acquisition for aerospace testing (e.g., engine performance analysis).
• Energy: Condition monitoring of power generators and renewable energy systems.
• Transportation: Vibration analysis in railway or automotive testing.

5. Installation & Compatibility

• VMEbus Compatibility: Works with GE Fanuc VME systems (e.g., 90-70, 90-30 PLCs) and third-party VME controllers.
• Software Support: Drivers for Windows, Linux, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Cabling: Use shielded twisted-pair cables for long-distance signal transmission (>100 meters).
  

  GE AVME-9668

6. Competitor Comparison

• Channel Density: 16 channels vs. 8-12 channels in comparable modules (e.g., ADLINK PCIe-9812).
• Dynamic Range: Supports ±10V to 4-20mA in a single module, reducing system complexity.
• Cost Efficiency: Lower cost per channel compared to isolated analog input modules.

7. Maintenance & Support

• Calibration: Factory-calibrated with 24-month stability; field calibration via GE Fanuc Proficy software.
• Troubleshooting: Front-panel LEDs indicate power, data transfer, and error status.
• Spare Parts: GE Fanuc offers replacement components (e.g., terminal blocks, filters).