Application Program Interface
allows developers to create code that works with operating systems, applications and websites.
See Also: API
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3U CompactPCI® 2/4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Card
cPCI-3E10/3E12
Ethernet Interface
The cPCI-3E10 Series is 3U CompactPCI Gigabit Ethernet peripheral card equipped with Intel® 82574L PCIe Gigabit Ethernet controllers. The cPCI-3E10 provides four GbE ports on the front panel (RJ-45) with two switchable to the rear transition module, the cPCI-3E12 provides two GbE ports on the front panel (RJ-45), and the cPCI-3E10-SUB provides two Fast Ethernet ports on the front panel (DB-9). An optional Rear Transition Module (cPCI-R3E10) is available to provide rear access to the GbE ports switched from the cPCI-3E10 front panel.
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PXI-8431/2 , 2-Port, RS485/RS422 PXI Serial Interface Module
778984-01
Serial Interface
2-Port, RS485/RS422 PXI Serial Interface Module - The PXI‑8431/2 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full- and half-duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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Scalable RF Interface Unit
1257A
Interface
The Astronics 1257A is a sixth-generation RFIU design with four Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) options from 1U to 4U. It comes with a new easy-to-use LXI Core 2011-compliant device and new enhanced features.
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6x 3U OpenVPX MOSA Remote Interface Unit
SIU36-RIUVARM-01
Remote Interface Unit
SIU36-RIUVARM-01 is a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) Remote Interface Unit (RIU) to manage, monitor and control connected I/O, communications, measurement and simulation interfaces through Ethernet commands from a main mission processors. Extremely low power with 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet.
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PXIe-8510, 2-Port PXI Vehicle Multiprotocol Interface Module
784121-01
Interface
2- or 6-Port PXI Vehicle Multiprotocol Interface Module—The PXIe‑8510 is a hardware-selectable controller area network (CAN) and/or local interconnect network (LIN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PXIe-8510 excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals, such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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PXIe Avionics Interface Cards
Interface
The OmniBus II PXIe is the next-generation of Astronics' popular OmniBus product with faster I/O and processing capabilities. With the newest advanced set of MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 modules, users can verify wave form compatibilities, test functions of bus shorts and opens, and—when combined with our CoPilot® software—perform lab, production and flight test verification and simulation right out of the box. Readily available as Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, the PCIe interface is perfect for challenging simulation, test, interface, and data recording applications.
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PXIe-8430, 8-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module
781472-01
Serial Interface
8-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module—The PXIe‑8430/8 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS232 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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1553 to Ethernet Converter
eNet-1553
Ethernet Interface
eNet is a small, rugged 1553 to Ethernet appliance/converter (~200 grams and about the size of a 4 stub coupler) and offers the same advanced BC, mRT and BM functions as our cards. In addition, eNet can provide an additional independent BM mode to auto bridge (transmit) 1553 messages on user defined IP/UDP packet header. The appliance can also auto-load setup images for fast auto start-up, which would be ideal for simple RT applications that wouldn’t even need an API interface (just a standard UDP interface – usually through simple socket programming).
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PXI-8512, 2-Port, High-Speed, Flexible Data Rate PXI CAN Interface Module
780687-02
CAN Interface
2-Port, High-Speed, Flexible Data Rate PXI CAN Interface Module—The PXI‑8512 is a high-speed Controller Area Network (CAN) Flexible Data-rate (FD) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PXI‑8512 excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals, such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimize message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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Interface Module for the Multimode, Multiprotocol Excalibur 400 Family of Carrier Boards
M4K1553Px(S)
Interface Module
The M4K1553Px(S) interface module for the multimode, multiprotocol, Excalibur 4000 family of carrier boards provide a complete solution for developing and testing 1553 interfaces and performing system simulation of the MIL-STD-1553 bus. The module handles all standard variations of the MIL-STD-1553 protocol.Each M4K1553Px multi function module contains 64K bytes of dual-port RAM for Data blocks, Control registers, and Look-up Tables. All Data blocks and Control registers are memory mapped, and may be accessed in real time. Each of the independent dual redundant M4K1553Px modules may be programmed to operate in one of three modes of operation: Remote Terminal, Bus Controller/Concurrent-RT, and Bus Monitor. In addition, modules 1 and 3 can be programmed to operate as Concurrent monitors, to modules 0 and 2 respectively.Each M4K1553PxS single function (RT validated) module operates either as a Bus Controller, Remote Terminal, or Bus Monitor.
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PXI-8511, 1‑ or 2-Port, Low-Speed/Fault Tolerant PXI CAN Interface Module
780686-01
CAN Interface
1‑ or 2-Port, Low-Speed/Fault Tolerant PXI CAN Interface Module—The PXI‑8511 is a fault-tolerant Controller Area Network (CAN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PXI‑8511 excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals, such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimize message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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USB-8486, USB, 1-Port, Fieldbus Interface Device
781160-02
Interface Module
The USB‑8486 is a FOUNDATION fieldbus device for developing applications with the NI‑FBUS driver, NI‑FBUS Configurator, and NI‑FBUS Monitor. FOUNDATION fieldbus is a popular industrial communication standard for process control applications. The NI‑FBUS Configurator features user-friendly multi-window interfaces to provide tools for the complete configuration, programming, and execution schedules of FOUNDATION fieldbus segments. The NI‑FBUS Monitor is a stand-alone application used to monitor, debug, and analyze fieldbus data packets.
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PXI Ethernet Interface Module
Ethernet Interface
PXI Ethernet Interface Modules equip PXI systems with high-bandwidth Ethernet-based connectivity with up to 40 Gb/s data rates per port. Featuring compatibility with industry-standard network and automatic cable polarity detection, these modules are ideal for high-performance data transfer and vision applications on the PXI platform. These modules have independent bandwidth to support two GigE Vision cameras with Power over Ethernet (PoE).
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USB-8506 , LIN Interface Device
784664-01
LIN Interface
1- or 2-Port, USB LIN Interface Device—The USB‑8506 is a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The USB‑8506 is powered over the USB bus and does not require external power. The USB‑8506 excels in applications requiring logging or manipulation of hundreds of LIN frames and signals, such as in-vehicle data logging, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move LIN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimize message latency, and free host processor time. The USB‑8506 is available with a three‑pin COMBICON synchronization connector for triggering and synchronizing the internal hardware timebase with other devices.
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Industrial-Grade Intelligent Analog & Digital Interface Modular Control Box With Arduino Compatibility
I-Pi OT2IT
Interface Module
Discover the freedom of open-source innovation with ADLINK's industrial-grade I-Pi Arduino-Compatible PLC. Say goodbye to restrictive proprietary systems and embrace the vast, versatile world of the Arduino ecosystem. Accelerate your project's journey from concept to commercialization across diverse automation and control tasks. All this, while ensuring steadfast reliability, professional-grade functionality and industry-ready performance.I-Pi-OT2IT is equipped with numerous analog and digital sensors to manage different OT devices in smart factories. It features 8x Digital inputs, 11x Digital outputs, 9x Analog inputs, and 2x Analog outputs, and can be easily controlled by Computer-on-Modules via software over Ethernet/LAN. By consolidating OT with IT, it is the ideal solution to transform your factory into a smart one.
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C Series Serial Interface Module
Interface Module
The C Series Serial Interface Module adds RS232 or RS485/RS422 serial ports to CompactRIO systems. The serial ports are accessed directly from the field-programmable gate array (FPGA) to offer you flexibility in communicating with serial devices. The module has individual buffers on every port that save FPGA space and simplify programming. The C Series Serial Interface Module supports standard start bit, stop bit, and handshaking settings. It uses an external power to provide maximum compatibility and reliability under all serial port conditions. You can choose from both enclosed and non-enclosed modules.
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sbRIO-9866, Non-Enclosed, 1-Port C Series LIN Interface Module
785965-01
LIN Interface
Non-Enclosed, 1-Port C Series LIN Interface Module—The sbRIO‑9866 is a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The sbRIO‑9866 excels in applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of hundreds of LIN frames and signals such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. You can perform this manipulation while taking other DAQ measurements in the same CompactDAQ hardware platform or while performing low-level FPGA control and embedded monitoring in the same CompactRIO Chassis. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
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AINC 429 Multichannel Interface with Additional ARINC-717 Receive & Transmit Channels
DAS-429UNET/RT8-717
Interface Card
The DAS-429UNET/RT8-717 is an ARINC 429, multichannel interface card with additional ARINC-717 receive and transmit channels. Its small size and ability to interface through USB or Ethernet interfaces make it a complete solution for developing, testing and performing system simulation of the ARINC 429 & ARINC-717 bus, both in the lab and in the field.Multiple units can operate via USB ports on the same computer. In addition, multiple units can operate on the same network, by programming each one with a unique IP address, and can be accessed from any computer on the network.The EXC-429UNET/RT8-717 adapter is supplied with C drivers, including source code and may be used with Exalt, Excalibur’s Analysis and Laboratory Tools, a Windows monitoring application (only versions 8.1 or higher).
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PXIe Remote Control Interface Module with Daisy-Chain Facility
43-921-001
Interface
The 43-921 PCI Express-to-PXI Express expansion kit provides control of PXI Express modules installed in a PXI Express chassis using high bandwidth PCI Express technology. The extension kit can provide up to 4GB/s using PCIe Gen 2 x8 signalling.
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Product
PXIe-8521, 4-Port, 100BASE-T1 PXI Automotive Ethernet Interface Module
786771-01
Ethernet Interface
PXIe, 4-Port, 100BASE-T1 PXI Automotive Ethernet Interface Module - The PXIe-8521 is a 100BASE-T1 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Automotive Ethernet interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PXIe-8521 is ideal for developing applications that require … Automotive Ethernet to test and validate automotive electronic control units (ECUs). The interface provides up to four independent endpoints or up to two network terminal access points (TAPs). It features onboard hardware timestamping and can act as up to four separate 802.1AS masters or slaves, which allows it to synchronize with an external network as well as the rest of a PXI system. The PXIe-8521 also provides LEDs on the front panel so that you can monitor the network link and activity.
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Enhanced Serial Interface Module for the Multiprotocol Excalibur 4000 Family of Carrier Boards
M4KSerialPlus
Serial Interface
The M4KSerialPlus is an enhanced serial interface module for the multiprotocol Excalibur 4000 family of carrier boards, that includes several advanced features such as a high baud rate and high throughput. This module supports up to four independent channels of serial communications, each of which can be selected as RS-485, RS-422 or RS-232. The module operates independently of the host computer, reducing the need for host intervention.The M4KSerialPlus module is based on the Exar XR16M570 Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART). The device is compatible to industry standard 16550 UARTs. Each of the M4KSerialPlus’s four channels contains a transmit FIFO capable of holding up to 16384 bytes and a receive FIFO capable of holding either 16384 receive bytes or 5460 bytes with a 32-bit Time Tag associated with each byte. These large buffers allow application code to transfer large quantities of data with a single non-blocking subroutine call. The 32-bit Time Tag on receive channels is very useful for synchronizing serial data with data from other modules on the 4000 board or on other interface boards. Each channel has a programmable baud rate of up to 10 Mbps and can be configured as RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485.The M4KSerialPlus module is supplied with C drivers, including source code.
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PMC-WMUX for F-16 16PP194 Interface
PMC-WMUX
Interface Card
Alta Data Technologies’ PMC-WMUX interface module (PCI Mezzanine Card for Carriers and Single Board Computers) is a single or dual-channel (A-B Redundant = 4 Busses per Channel) WMUX card supported by the latest software technologies. This product is based on the industry’s most advanced 32-bit WMUX FPGA protocol engine, AltaCore™, and by a feature-rich application programming interface, AltaAPI™, which is a multi-layer, highly portable ANSI C architecture. This hardware and software package provides increased system performance and reduces integration time.
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Product
1553 to Ethernet Converter
ENET2-1553
Ethernet Interface
eNet2-1553™ is an innovative product that provides “remoting” of 1553 operations on 10/100/1000 Ethernet IP/UDP local area networks (LAN). eNet2-1553 is a small, low-power, rugged device that provides real-time Ethernet connectivity to for two dual redundant 1553 (A/B) busses. Ideal for remoting 1553 connections for in-field applications or point-point lab usage.
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PCI-8512, 2-Port, High‑Speed/FD CAN Interface Device
780683-02
CAN Interface
The PCI‑8512 is a high-speed controller area network (CAN) flexible data-rate (FD) interface for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. The PCI‑8512 excels in applications requiring real‑time, high‑speed manipulation of hundreds of CAN frames and signals such as hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, automation control, and more. The NI‑XNET device-driven DMA engine enables the onboard processor to move CAN frames and signals between the interface and the user program without CPU interrupts, minimizing message latency and freeing host processor time for processing complex models and applications.
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PCIe-8431, PCI Express, 16-Port, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
780592-02
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8431/16 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full‑ and half‑duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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Product
ARINC-429/717 PMC Interface For SBCs, VPX, VME, CPCI/PXI Systems
PMC-A429
Interface Card
The PMC-A429 card is based on the industry’s most advanced 32-bit ARINC FPGA protocol engine, AltaCore™, and a feature-rich application programming interface, AltaAPI™, which is a multi-layer ANSI C and Windows .NET 2.0 (MSVS 2005 C++, C#, VB .NET) architecture. This hardware and software package provides increased system performance and flexibility while reducing integration time.
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Product
4x IDC to 192 Pin Quadrapaddle
YAV90Q04
Interface
The interface YAV90Q04 permits to connect two YAV90096 boards to one 192-Signal contacts Quadrapaddle module. As the Mini-D 50 connectors let 2 free pins (1 and 26), these pins are interconnected to a test point, with the possibility of be grounded. Cable P/N J6200540: Mini-D-50 to Mini-D-50 IDC connectors with 400 mm flat cable.
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Product
Connector Interface, Connector Type FC - Narrow Key Way
81000NI
Interface
81000NI - FC/APC connector interface, good for >10000 reconnection cycles, 2.03mm (0.08") key way. (for R-keying only, narrow key way)
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sbRIO-9881, Non-Enclosed, 1-Port C Series CANopen Interface Module
785966-01
Interface Module
The sbRIO‑9881 is a high-speed CANopen interface for developing CANopen applications in LabVIEW software on CompactRIO hardware. CANopen is the application layer that sits on top of the CAN physical layer often used for industrial automation applications. The sbRIO‑9881 can transmit/receive process data objects (PDOs) and service data objects (SDOs) according to CiA‑DS 301. The sbRIO‑9881 is compatible with only CompactRIO systems. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
