USBPGF-S1 Single Channel USB programmablel Anti-Alias Low-Pass Filter and InstrumentationAmplifier for Signal Conditioning in Data Acquisition Systems

USBPGF-S1

Single Channel USB Programmable Anti-Alias Low-Pass Filter and Instrumentation Amplifier for Signal Conditioning in Data Acquisition Systems

Features

Differential or single ended input
± 10Vmax Signal Input and Output with input protection up to ±40V
Software-programmable instrumentational amplifier gains of 1 to 1000
Compatible with any 12-, 16, or 24-bit A/D converter devices
Windows Vista/XP/NT/2000 compatible menu setup software included
Software select any corner frequencies from 0.1 Hz to the maximum corner frequency with no steps
- 8-Pole Bessel to 66kHz maximum corner frequency
- 8-Pole Butterworth to 100kHz maximum corner frequency
- 8-Pole Cauer/Elliptic to 50kHz maximum corner frequency
- 8-Pole Cauer/Elliptic to 100kHz maximum corner frequency
- 8-Pole Linear Phase to 100kHz maximum corner frequency
- 8-Pole Linear Phase to 200kHz maximum corner frequency
Filter rejection band attenuation up to -90dB
Corner frequencies may be controlled with an external clock for tracking filter applications
Software Selectable DC coupling or AC couple high pass filter
Software controllable synchronization of the internal filter-clock to the A/D sampling rate to eliminate sampling errors
USB 2.0 compatible communication for setup and control
Non-volatile configuration retains all settings through power cycles
Does not need to be attached to a PC to operate
DC power source allows for convenient 9 to 12V battery operation
Universal AC/DC converter included for 115VAC or 220VAC power can be used anwhere on the planet
factory calibrated for unity gain and very low DC offset filter output
Use multiple USBPGF-S1 units for multi-channel applications

Overview

Adaptable to most applications in the field, on the factory floor, or in the lab

The USBPGF-S1 stand alone USB controllable module provides a single channel of low-pass filtering and high-quality instrumentation amplifier, optional AC coupling, for front-end signal conditioning compatible with all popular A/D converter devices. The USBPGF-S1 is powered with 9 to 12VDC so it can be connected to a battery voltage source or the supplied 115-220VAC adapter may be used for operation with wall power anywhere in the world. When programmed from the USB port, the USBPGF-S1 will remember all of the programmed properties between power cycles. Program once and operate as a stand- alone signal conditioner without having to reprogram for every use. This is perfect for turn-key applications. It’s easy to connect the USBPGF-S1 into the data collection system. Input and output signals can be routed through BNC connection or using the detachable screw terminal connectors.

Support Software

Alligator Technologies has developed SystemViewUSBPGF-S1, a Windows based dialog interface to the USBPGF-S1 unit. Just plug any number of USBPGF-S1 units into the USB of the host computer and each unit will be individually recognized. The operating parameters can be changed for each unit or for all attached units with just a couple clicks of the mouse. Set the corner frequency at any value, select the amplifier gain, or even give the USBPGF-S1 a unique name.

Menu-Driven Software - The USBPGF-S1 is supplied with SystemViewUSBPGF-S1 for Windows for control of the gain, filter type, clock source, corner frequency, AC coupling, and channel bypass. Pictured is the software control dialog for controling one or all USBPGF-S1 units connected to the host computer. The control of the USBPGF-S1 is straight forward and intuitive. To obtain the gain, engage the AC couple high pass filter, or clock source use the pull down lists. To set the corner frequency, type any corner frequency within the bandwidth limits of the filter into the edit field. Simply click the Program button to send the parameters through the USB to the USBPGF-S1. In systems where more than one USBPGF-S1 is connected each unit will be represented by an individual channel dialog window cascade from the upper left of the screen. The contents of the dialog will reflect the current configuration of each unit.

SystemViewUSBPGF-S1

Connection to the Data Acquisition System

All I/O connections from the USBPGF-S1 are made via two BNC connectors or from the supplied removable screw terminal connectors.

How to Order

Filter Selection

USBPGF-S1/B 8-pole Butterworth 100kHz bandwidth

USBPGF-S1/L 8-pole Bessel 66kHz bandwidth

USBPGF-S1/CE 8-pole Cauer Elliptic 50kHz bandwidth

USBPGF-S1/HC 8-pole Cauer Elliptic 100kHz bandwidth

USBPGF-S1/LP 8-pole Linear Phase 100kHz bandwidth

USBPGF-S1/HLP 8-pole Linear Phase 200kHz bandwidth

Connectors Kits

USBPGF-S1/STA Screw terminal adapter kit(one 2-lead STA and two 3-lead STA)

USBPGF-S1/SMAM two BNC to SMA Male adapters

USBPGF-S1/SMAF two BNC to SMA Female adapters

Power Adapters

P9V500MA Universal AC to 9V DC 500mA

PAP-NA Power Adapter Plug North America

PAP-EU Power Adapter Plug Europe

PAP-AS Power Adapter Plug Australia

Related Pages

Need help selecting the best filter type for your application? Check out our Filter Type Selection Guide.
What is aliasing and how do filters eliminate its effects to ensure more accurate results? Find out in our Low-Pass Filter Tutorial.

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