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8 Channel Strain Gage/Load Cell Complete Data Acquisition System (Serial Port DAQ) - Includes WINview CP Plus 2012: Ready-to-Run Collection, Graphing & Logging Software, Fully Compatible with Windows XP SP3/Vista/7/8/10 32-bit & 64-bit operating systems.

  • 8 Strain Gage Inputs
  • Accepts Full Bridge Strain Gages and Load Cell inputs
  • Adjsutable 4 to 15 Vdc regulated power supply for transducers and bridges Included (provides up to 150mA)
  • Optional BCM-1 for 1/4 or 1/2 Bridge Strain Gages
  • 16-Bit A/D Converter
  • Expandable to 2048 Inputs with optional 8000 Modules
  • Amplification for low level voltages
  • Ready-to-Run System Includes:
    • 8520 for direct RS-232
    • 8018 (prewired)
    • PST-4130 Precision Power Supply
    • RS-232 Cable
    • Power Supply
    • WINview CP Plus 2012 Ready-to-Run Software - Supports Analog Inputs Only
    • Includes Free CD with user Manuals, Visual Basic Examples, Drivers for DASYLab, Compatible with TestPoint, Software Utilities, and WINview CP, LINUX driver available upon request
    • WINview CP 2012 is compatible with Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 32-bit and 64-bit Operating Systems

Hardware Specifications:

  • Analog Input:
    • Input Channels: 8 differential or 6 differential and 2 single-ended by jumper select
    • Input type : +/-15mV, +/-50mV, +/-100mV, +/-500mV, +/-1V, +/-2.5V, +/-20mA (requires optional external 125 ohm resistor), Thermocouple)
    • Thermocouple Type: J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N, C
    • Resolution: 16 bit
    • Sampling Rate of Module: 10 Samples/1 Second
    • Accuracy: ±0.1%
    • Bandwidth: 15.7Hz
    • Zero Drift: 0.5uV/°C
    • Span Drift: ±25ppm/°C
    • Common Mode Rejection @50/60Hz: 150dB min
    • Normal Mode Rejection @ 50/60Hz: 100dB
    • Input Impedance: Voltage: 20M Ohms
    • Over Voltage Protection: +/- 35V
    • Open Thermocouple Detection: No
    • Photo Isolation: 3750 Vrms
    • Intra-Module Isolation: 3000VDC
  • Interface:
    • RS-485
    • Format: N,8,1
    • Baud Rate: 1200 ~ 115200 bps
    • Connections: Terminal blocks (accepts 16-22 AWG wires)
  • LED Display:
    • 1 LED as Power/Communication Indicator
  • Power:
    • Input Voltage Range: +10 to +30V DC
    • Power Consumption: 1.0W
  • Environment:
    • Operating Temperature: -13 to 167°F (-25 to 75°C)
    • Storage Temperature: -40 to 185°F (-40 to 85°C)
    • Humidity: 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing

    Thermocouple Type