IO Module

Description

The IO Module provides six individually configurable ports, each one has multimeter capabilities.

The key features are:
Software

Hardware

  • 6 individually configurable ports.
  • Each port supports the following functions:
    • Analog Input
    • Digital Input with frequency counter
    • Current measurement (output)
  • Each port can be configured via software as 5V or 12V output.
  • All ports are protected against voltages up to 50V (see below).
  • Up to 5W output power per port.
  • Active overload protection
    • Includes voltage, current and power monitoring.
    • Configurable voltage and power limits.
    • Typical reaction time <5ms.
    • Notification support, error triggers software notification for the application.
  • Failsafe design
    • In case of power failure or software problem, the ports are automatically disconnected via relay.
    • Each port has physical fuses for extreme cases.
  • Continuous monitoring of voltage, current and power with 1000 samples per second/port.
  • Good ESD and surge protection allows direct control of inductive loads.
  • Operating temperature (ambient air) range 0°C – 50°C.
  • Storage temperature range -40°C – 85°C.

Applications

  • Relay control
  • Fan control
  • Motor control (PWM)
  • Electronic door lock control
  • Door/Window open/closed detection
  • LED control
  • Analog sensor reading (temperature, humidity, photodetector… )

Hardware Specification

Output

Information
Voltage level in output mode 5V or 12V
Min./Max. voltage 5V level** 4.2V / 5.2V
Min./Max. voltage 12V level** 10.5V / 12.1V
Max. current*** 300mA @ 5V / 410mA @ 12V; max. 15W per module
PWM maximum frequency 0 – 240kHz
PWM timer resolution 16-Bit
Resolution of the current measurement 1mA
Non damaging external voltage range* 0-50V (Peak)
* In output mode it depends heavily on the resistance of the interference source
Port is turned off if over-voltage is detected  
** Depends on the load
*** Use as a current sink possible, however, without overcurrent detection

Input

Information
Measurement range 0V – 25V
Measurement precision 10mV
Measurement tolerance 10%@1V 5%@25V
Non damaging external voltage range -2V – 50V
Maximum input current 1mA

Digital input

Information
Measurement range 0V – 25V
HIGH level trigger 20V
LOW level trigger 12V
Frequency measurement tolerance 10%
Frequency measurement range 1000-250000 Hz
Non damaging external voltage range -2V – 50V
Maximum input current 1mA

Important notes

  • The maximum output power may be limited by the power supply (power module).
  • The connections/modules are not galvanically isolated.
Info
Release date 2023-12-01
Current hardware version 2.1.0
Current firmware version 1.0.1
Firmware last updated 2023-08-21
Bootloader support yes
Protocol SDBP-1.0.0
Dimensions 125x24.4x80mm (LxWxH)
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Product information last updated 2024-02-26