National Instruments CAN Breakout Box Terminal Block

The CAN Breakout Box Terminal Block (part number: 197864B-01L) from National Instruments is made for flexible connectivity with PC interfaces or high-, low-, and single-wire Controller Area Network (CAN) devices. Fourteen ports total—seven D-SUB male connectors and seven COMBICON five-pin detachable screw-terminal connections—are included in this breakout box. These ports enable direct wire harness or NI CAN cable connections with ease.

Power can be applied to the V+ pin, which is necessary for some CAN transceivers to operate correctly. This is ensured by an onboard power supply. A switch on the front panel allows users to suit different network requirements by selecting 120 Ω, 60 Ω, or no termination on the network. For convenience, an optional AC adapter is offered. The device supports an input power range of +8 to 30 VDC and outputs +12 VDC on the V+ pin.

The DIN rail mountable CAN Breakout Box makes it simple to integrate into test rigs and cabinets and is appropriate for desktop applications. It's a great option for a variety of industrial and scientific environments because of its adaptability. Because the box supports the same pinouts as all NI CAN interfaces, it can be used widely with high-speed/FD, low-speed, and single-wire CAN networks. This ease of use and consistent performance across many devices are made possible by the compatibility of all NI CAN connections, interfaces, and accessories.

Sturdy construction and useful design components improve the CAN Breakout Box's usage. Its seven screw-terminal plug-equipped COMBICON 5-pin connectors provide safe and simple connections, and its seven D-SUB male connectors follow the CiA-DS-102 pinout standard that is shared by all NI CAN interfaces. A dependable and constant connection framework for several gadgets is ensured by this approach.