Features:
- Provides sixteen independent 12-bit analog output channels on a VMEbus module.
- Supports simultaneous multichannel output updates for coordinated control commands.
- Offers voltage-only /1 and isolated voltage/current /2 hardware versions.
The current ordering identity is XVME-531, the Xycom sixteen-channel 12-bit analog output module family for double-high VMEbus systems.
It converts host-written digital values into independently selected analog voltage outputs, with the /2 version also supporting isolated 4-20 mA current loops.
Before installation, identify the complete /1 or /2 suffix, preserve jumper and calibration settings, verify VME addressing, confirm load wiring and check host power capacity.
Availability is subject to Apter Power inventory and sourcing confirmation.
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Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
- Generates multichannel analog commands for legacy process-control and test systems.
- Drives actuator references, laboratory loads or machine setpoints from a VME controller.
- Supports current-loop control where the isolated XVME-531/2 hardware is installed.
- Each channel is independently selected for the ranges supported by the installed /1 or /2 hardware.
- The /1 version provides voltage output only, while /2 adds 4-20 mA current operation.
- Simultaneous output capability coordinates updates across multiple analog channels.
- The double-high board occupies a VMEbus slot and uses host-programmed register access.
- Base address and bus settings must be matched to the existing chassis configuration.
- Power budgeting must account for the higher full-scale demand of the /2 current-output version.
- Per-channel gain and offset adjustments are used to trim the selected output range.
- Voltage operation is specified to a maximum overall error of one-half LSB after adjustment.
- The /2 current output is specified to two-thirds LSB overall error with a 50 to 525 ohm load range.