National Instruments 778201-01 Real-Time Embedded Controllers.

The part number 778201-01 from National Instruments is the identifying part number for the PXI-8145RT Real-Time Embedded Controllers. This PXI controller is designed for reliable measurement and control applications. Such implementations are robust and flexible, leveraging the rugged modular architecture of PXI systems combined with seamless integration with NI LabVIEW and the LabVIEW Real-Time Module. In addition to developing applications under Windows or Mac OS X, users can deploy them onto the 778201-01 for real-time execution after integration is done. As it is equipped with a low power 266 MHz Intel Pentium MMX processor that guarantees efficiency in performance minimizing power consumption significantly; this makes it an ideal selection in case of embedded applications where space and power are very limited. For instance, some of its features include single PID control loop rates up to 6 kHz which are sufficient for many industrial automation as well as laboratory tasks.

This controller contains 32MB nonvolatile CompactFlash memory that provides reliable storage for embedded applications; additionally it can support up to 128MB SDRAM which guarantees plural data handling and processing capabilities. Connectivity options include 10BaseT Ethernet/100BaseTX, allowing strong connections with other network resources like mainframes as well as host computers while there is also an onboard Serial port available for connecting additional peripherals. The massive shock resistance engineered into its design allows it to sustain high levels of vibrations and shocks.

This controller is made with dimensions of 4.1 cm by 13 cm by 21.6 cm (1.6 by 5.1 by 8.5 in.) making it compact and weighs 340 g (12 oz). It supports 1 RS-232 port for serial communication and provides better connectivity as well with various baud rate ranges and long distance transmission. It is recommended to operate at an ambient temperature of o degrees Celsius and storage temperature of -20 degrees Celsius to 70 degrees Celsius with a relative humidity of 10% to 90% RH, noncondensing.

This PXI controller does not feature ingress protection which means that it should be used in environments that is dust free and moisture free.