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PCIe-Mini-COM-8

High Performance Octal w/Programmable Transceiver RS-232/RS-485/RS-422

  • 8 Independent 16C550-class UARTs
  • 256-byte TX and RX FIFOs
  • Up to 31.25 Mbps serial data rate
  • Fractional baud rate generator
  • Automatic RTS/CTS or DTR/DSR hardware flow control via software
  • Selectable serial mode in pairs: RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422
  • Robust ±15KV ESD protection (IEC 61000-4-2 air gap)
  • Up to 16 drivers, 16 receivers for RS-232/V.28
  • Up to 8 drivers, 8 receivers for RS-485/RS-422
  • Full or half-duplex configurations
  • 1/8th unit load, supporting up to 256 receivers
  • Mixed RS-232/RS-485 modes
  • On-board termination 120Ω, software selectable

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PCIe-Mini-COM-8

High Performance Octal w/Programmable Transceiver RS-232/RS-485/RS-422

PCIe-Mini-COM-8

High Performance Octal w/Programmable Transceiver RS-232/RS-485/RS-422

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The PCIe-Mini-COM-8 is an 8-channel PCI Express (PCIe) UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver and Transmitter) optimized for higher performance. The PCIe-Mini-COM-8 serves as a single lane PCIe bridge to 8 independent enhanced 16550 compatible UARTs.

All 8 channels can be programmed in pairs with the required front-end interface: Software selectable RS-232, RS-485 and RS-422; Software selectable 120Ω termination for RS-422 and RS-485 interfaces.

Applications:

This board is optimally suited for communications gateway and protocol converters. This is a perfect solution for:

  • Avionics equipment
  • Avionic data communication systems
  • Medical systems
  • Industrial controls
  • Factory automation and process control

Communication Specifications:

  • PCIe 2.0 Gen 1 compliant
  • 16550 compatible register set
  • 256-byte TX and RX FIFOs
  • Global interrupt status register for all eight UARTs
  • Up to 31.25 Mbps serial data rate
  • Automatic RTS/CTS or DTR/DSR hardware flow control
  • Automatic Xon/Xoff software flow control
  • RS-485 half duplex direction control output with programmable turn-around delay

I/O Specifications:

  • ±15KV ESD protection (IEC 61000-4-2 air gap)
  • Supports RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422
  • Full or half duplex
  • Mixed RS-232/RS-485 modes
  • RS-485 advanced fail-safe on open, short, or terminated lines
  • Multi-port RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 cards

Available Software Drivers:

  • C library DLLs
  • Linux® drivers
  • Windows® drivers
  • VxWorks® drivers

Mechanical:

  • Size: Mini PCIe Module (30 mm x 50.95 mm)
  • Power: T.B.D.
  • Front panel I/O
  • Vibration: 0.5G, 20-2000 Hz random
  • Shock: 20G, 11 msec, ½ sine
  • Weight: T.B.D.
  • MTBF: >250,000 hours

Operating Environment:

  • Operating temperature (Industrial): -40ºC to +85ºC
  • Non-operating: -60ºC to +120ºC
  • Humidity: 5 to 90% (non-condensing)
  • Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet

Ordering Information:

  • Part number: PCIe-Mini–COM-8
    OCTAL PCI EXPRESS Mini UART
    Industrial Temp: -40 to +85 C
  • Part number: PCIe-Mini–COM-8CC
    Same as above, Conformal Coated

Optional Accessories:

  • Part number: CBL-Mini-COM-8
    Communication Cable, 4 Inch Micro IDT to Micro IDT
  • Part number: TB-Mini-COM-8
    Terminal Module from Micro IDT to 8 PICO Latch connectors.

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