This sensor-to-CAN module produces analog, digital & pulse measurements from 8 input channels - and outputs the data via CAN bus. The module is 100% standalone, no PC required.
The compact device offers pro specs incl. high accuracy and high-frequency sampling - as well as configurable input ranges and digital thresholds.
The module integrates with any CAN bus to provide data for ECUs or CAN tools. For example, you can use the module as an add-on for the CANedge.
Add analog/digital/pulse data via 8 input channels to your CAN bus - e.g. for use by ECUs or CAN hardware.
- Powerful parallel sampling of analog/digital/pulse signals
- Configure input range for optimal resolution/amplification
- Configure digital high/low levels incl. optional hysteresis
- Configure CAN IDs, bit rate and message frequency
- Optionally output signals via CAN FD for fewer frames
- Daisy-chain multiple modules for 16, 24, 32, ... channels
- Dedicated excitation signal for powering input sensors (~3.3 V)
- Power device at 5-26 V DC via standard DB9 adapter cables
- Optionally record the data via any CAN interface/logger/...DBC file included for easy decoding to human-readable form
Features:
- Plug and Play: Standalone - no PC required. Integrate with any CAN bus to add input sensor data. DBC included
- Compact: 7x2x 5 CM. 70G. 8 LEDs. 5-26 V DC via DB9. 3.3V excitation signals. USB for config/FW/stream
- 8x Analog: 8 analog input channels (1 kHz, 10 bit). Configurable voltage ranges (0-0.625V to 0-10V)
- +Digital: Digital input reading of each channel. 1 kHz. Configurable low/high/hysteresis
- +Pulse: Pulse input reading of each channel. 16 kHz. Frequency or counter mode (up to 32 bit)
- Configurable: Configure sensors, CAN IDs, bit rate, frequencies and more via JSON config and GUI
Specifications
Sensor (Input):
- Channels: Supports 8 input channels
- Sensor: Types All 8 input channels support analog, digital and pulse-type sensors
- Sampling Method: Each input channel samples both the analog, digital and pulse signal of the connected sensor
- Input Range: Configurable input ranges (0-10V, 0-5V, 0-2.5V, 0-1.25V, 0-0.625V). Range modification is useful e.g. for optimizing quantization resolution and signal amplification. The input channels share input ranges in pairs of two (CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4, CH5/CH6, CH7/CH8)
- Resolution: 10 bit
- Sampling Frequency: Analog inputs: 1 kHz | Digital: 1 kHz | Pulse (frequency/counter): 16 kHz
- Digital Thresholds: Configurable digital high/low switch thresholds (0-100%) incl. optional dead-zone/hysteresis
- Pulse Modes: Pulse inputs can be measured as frequencies (reset) or counters (accumulate)
- Pulse Resolution: Up to 32 bit (4,294,967,294)
- Protection: Sensor inputs are protected against overvoltage & under voltage conditions
- Input Impedance: 136K
Data Parameters:
- The module ouputs sensor data via CAN messages/signals (for a full list, see the Docs or DBC file)
- Analog measurements are output in millivolt (mV) [1000 Hz]
- Digital measurements are output as 'actual' (dead-zone, low, high) and 'low'/'high' signals [1000 Hz]
- Pulse measurements are output as a frequency/counter value (for reset/accumulate mode) [1000 Hz]. Note: Limits apply to the practical output frequency depending on baud rate, message count etc.
CAN Bus:
- Channels: 1x CAN channel
- Modes: The device can either broadcast the data onto the CAN bus - or provide it on-request
- Standard: ISO 11898: Compliant with CAN (between 5K and 1 Mbit/s baud rates) and CAN FD (1M, 2M, 4M)
- Identifiers: Compliant with CAN specifications 2.0A (11-Bit ID) and 2.0B (29-Bit ID)
- Termination: Termination can be toggled via switch below DB9 connector
- Retransmission: Retransmission of frames that have lost arbitration or been disturbed by errors
- Transceiver Protection: Protection: +/- 25kV HBM ESD, +/-12kV IEC ESD, +/-14 V bus fault, short circuit. Common mode input voltage: +/-12V, TXD dominant timeout (prevents network blocking in the event of a failure)
Configuration:
- Bit Rate: Select between standard bit rates (5K to 1M) or use custom bit-timing
- Enable/Disable: Individually enable/disable each CAN message
- Identifier Customization: Individually configure each CAN ID (11-bit or 29-bit)
- Push/Poll Mode: Individually configure 'trigger' modes for each CAN message (push or poll)
- Frequency: Individually configure pre scaling of each CAN message frequency to lower rates
Electrical:
- Input Supply: +5V to +26V DC via the DB9 connector (power via pin 1 or pin 9)
- Power Consumption: Extremely low (<1W) - no risk of battery drainage
- Protection: Reverse voltage protection on CAN-bus supply. Transient voltage event protection on supply lines
Mechanical:
- Enclosure & Weight: Compact aluminum enclosure: 52.5 x 70.0 x 24.5 mm (L x W x H), 70 grams
- Connector (Front): 1x Standard D-sub 9 (DB9) connector
- Connector (Back): 1x D-sub 25 (DB25) connector
- Sensor Supply: Dedicated excitation signals for each channel (~3.3 V, shared max of 100 mA)
- Pin-Out: See the product manual for the DB9/DB25 connector pin-outs
- USB: Standard mini USB connector for config/firmware updates and streaming (USB cable not included)
- LEDs: Module status via 8 external LEDs: Power, CAN bus, Memory, CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4, CH5/CH6, CH7/CH8
- Temperature: Operating temperature (CANmod.input module): -25degC to +70degC
- IP Rating: IP Rating 40
- Mounting: Module can be mounted via e.g. rugged double-sided tape, zip-ties or a mounting bracket
General:
- Functionality: The device produces analog/digital/pulse measurements from 8 input channels and outputs signals via CAN
- Included: CANmod.input module and USB dust cover (input sensors and mini USB adapter not included)
- Firmware: Supports free firmware updates via USB for adding features
- Configuration: Configuration files based on the popular open source JSON schema concept (similar to the CANedge)
- Software: Free open source editor tool for easy device configuration (offline/online version available)
- Safety: CE, FCC, IC and RoHS certified (see the Docs for certificates)
- Warranty: 1-year warranty