National Instruments IEEE-488 GPIB Instrument Control Device

The National Instruments IEEE-488 GPIB Instrument Control Device is a standardized interface used to connect and control multiple electronic instruments from a single computer or controller. Widely adopted in test and measurement environments, it ensures reliable communication between devices and is fully compliant with the IEEE 488.2 standard for performance and compatibility.

With support for the HS488 protocol, data transmission rates of up to 7230 kbytes/s can be achieved through the GPIB interface's parallel communication protocol. Because of this, it can be used in demanding test applications for quick data collecting. It provides flexibility in handling intricate test settings by having the ability to operate up to 14 instruments, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other laboratory equipment.

One essential component is the NI-488.2 driver software, which ensures seamless interaction with external instruments and maximizes the device's dependability. In industries like aerospace, defense, and electronics testing where precise, synchronized measurements across several instruments are essential, GPIB has become the industry standard because to its versatility. In many test and measurement scenarios, IEEE-488 is still a very helpful tool for managing older systems and equipment, even though more and more people are adopting more modern interfaces like Ethernet and USB.

The IEEE-488 GPIB Instrument Control Device has an operating temperature of 0 °C to 55 °C and can be stored at -20 °C to 70 °C. It is comptabile with an IEEE 488 24-pin connector for GPIB and a standard Type A plug for USB. Additonally, this product has a weight of approximately 180 g, or 6.3 oz.