AO-1604CI3-PCI Isolated Analog Ouput Board for PCI
Contact Sales Department for Pricing New Analog Output 4-Ch 16-Bit Channel Isolation Voltage/Current per Channel PCI Bus VCCI-A · CE · UKCA 4 isolated analog outputs, 16-bit resolution, 20µsec conversion. The AO-1604CI3-PCI is a PCI bus board that extends your PC with four independent analog output channels. Voltage (±10V, 0–+10V) or current (0–20mA) per channel via jumper. Relay‑controlled output prevents power‑on transients. Windows/Linux drivers included. Part of Contec Americas industrial I/O series. 4 Analog Output Channels 16 Bit Resolution 20µs Conversion Speed 500V Isolation (rms) Contec Americas · Analog Output AO-1604CI3-PCI 4-Ch 16-Bit Isolated PCI Board · Voltage/Current per Channel View Collection 01 Isolated, Flexible Analog Output The AO-1604CI3-PCI provides four independent 16-bit analog output channels with opto‑coupler isolation between channels and from the PC bus. Each channel can be independently configured for voltage (±10V or 0–+10V) or current (0–20mA) via on‑board jumpers. The built‑in relay prevents unstable output voltage at power‑up, protecting connected devices. Key Features 4 channels, 16‑bit D/A 20µsec conversion (max) Voltage: ±10V or 0–+10V Current: 0–20mA (500Ω load max) Channel‑to‑channel isolation Control & Timing Internal clock (programmable timer) External clock input (opto‑isolated) External trigger start/stop Simultaneous or per‑channel output Relay output control The AO‑1604CI3‑PCI is a direct successor to the AO‑1604CI2‑PCI and DA116‑4C(PCI). Use the same operating procedures and software. Full backward compatibility with existing setups. 02 Designed for Industrial Control Engineered for reliable operation in factory automation, test & measurement, and process control environments. The opto‑isolated outputs, relay protection, and flexible timing options make it suitable for demanding applications. Opto‑coupler isolation — 500Vrms isolation between channels and PC bus. Protects your PC and connected equipment from ground loops and transients. Relay‑controlled output — Prevents undefined analog output at power‑up or system reset. Outputs are enabled only after stable operation. Programmable timer — Internal clock from 500ns to 1,073,741,824,000ns (250ns steps). External clock input for synchronization with external systems. External trigger start/stop — Independent start and stop control. Supports software, external trigger, or session‑count completion. Simultaneous / per‑channel output — Generate voltage on a specified channel or all channels simultaneously (selectable via driver). 03 Full Specifications Specification Detail Model AO-1604CI3-PCI Number of output channels 4 channels (isolated, channel‑to‑channel) Output range (jumper per channel) Bipolar ±10V, Unipolar 0–+10V, Current 0–20mA Absolute max output current ±5mA (voltage range) Absolute max load resistance 500Ω (current range) Output impedance 10Ω or less (voltage range) Resolution 16 bits Non‑linearity error ±5 LSB (±10V, 0‑+10V) / ±15 LSB (0‑20mA) Conversion speed 20µsec (max) Voltage output control relay AQY221N2SX (Panasonic) or equivalent Internal generating clock 20,000 – 1,073,741,824,000 nsec (250 nsec steps) External generating clock Opto‑isolated input (current sink output) Programmable timer 500 – 1,073,741,824,000 nsec (250 nsec steps) Timer output Opto‑isolated open collector (current sinking) External trigger input Opto‑isolated (for current sinking output) Status signals Trigger input, trigger overrun I/O address 32 ports boundary Interrupt level Errors and various factors, INTA Isolation voltage 500Vrms Power consumption 5VDC 2400mA (max) Bus specification PCI (32bit, 33MHz, universal key, +5V required) Dimensions (mm) 176.41(L) x 105.68(H) Weight 160g Operating temperature 0 – 50°C Operating humidity 10 – 90%RH (no condensation) Standards VCCI Class A, CE (EMC Class A, RoHS), UKCA Datasheet version As of December 2024 04 Software Support & Optional Accessories Windows & Linux device drivers — API‑TOOL provides Win32 API functions (DLL) for Windows and API functions for Linux. Includes diagnostic programs and sample code (Visual Basic, Visual C++, gcc, Python). Download from the CONTEC website. This product is also compatible with the AO‑1604CI2‑PCI and DA116‑4C(PCI) – use the same operating procedures. Accessory / Cable Model Description Shielded cable with 37‑pin D‑sub (both ends) PCB3795-05P / -15P 0.5m / 1.5m Flat cable with 37‑pin D‑sub (both ends) PCB3795-15 1.5m Shielded cable with one 37‑pin D‑sub PCA3795-05P / -15P 0.5m / 1.5m Flat cable with one 37‑pin D‑sub PCA3795-15 1.5m Screw terminal (M3 x 37P) EPD-37A Spring‑up terminal Screw terminal (M3.5 x 37) EPD-37 — General purpose terminal DTP-3C / DTP-4C — * Cables PCB379 or PCB3795 required for terminal blocks. Visit CONTEC website for latest options. 05 Certifications and Compliance VCCI Class A — Japanese voluntary control for electromagnetic interference (commercial/industrial environments). CE Marking (EMC Directive Class A, RoHS Directive) — European conformity for electromagnetic compatibility and restriction of hazardous substances. UKCA — UK Conformity Assessed marking for UK market compliance. Ready to add isolated analog outputs to your PCI system? The AO-1604CI3-PCI is available through Contec Americas on a quote basis. Contact our sales team to discuss quantity, accessories, and integration with your existing Contec I/O systems. Contact Sales Department for Pricing Tags AO-1604CI3-PCI Analog Output PCI 16-Bit Analog Output 4-Channel Analog Output Isolated Analog Output PCI Analog Board Contec PCI Industrial I/O Voltage Output Current Output Factory Automation Test & Measurement Linux Driver Windows Driver