ibaFOB-2io-D Two-Channel Fiber Optic Input Output Interface Card

Product Overview

The ibaFOB-2io-D is a versatile fiber optic interface card featuring two independent bidirectional channels. It combines input and output capabilities in a compact form factor, enabling simultaneous acquisition and transmission of analog and digital signals across two separate links. This design offers a balanced solution for applications requiring multiple channels without the complexity of four-channel configurations.

Technical Specifications

• Two independent bidirectional fiber optic channels

• Transmission rate: 3.3 Mbps per channel

• Supports simultaneous analog and digital input and output

• Compatible with ibaPDA and ibaLogic software platforms

• Designed for integration with ibaLink-SM-128V VMEbus interface

• ST-type fiber optic connectors

• Synchronous data transmission with 1 ms cycle time

System Integration

The ibaFOB-2io-D is fully compatible with the ibaLink-SM-128V VMEbus interface board, enabling dual-channel bidirectional communication between VME-based control systems and iba data acquisition platforms. It integrates seamlessly with ibaPDA for data acquisition and analysis, and with ibaLogic for soft PLC applications requiring multiple input and output channels.

Application Areas

Typical applications include dual-axis control systems, redundant communication paths, distributed I/O networks with moderate channel requirements, and applications where two independent bidirectional links are needed. The card is particularly suited for applications requiring a balance between channel count and system complexity.

Operational Flexibility

The ibaFOB-2io-D offers flexibility with two independently configurable bidirectional channels. Each channel can be used for input or output operations independently, allowing system integrators to allocate resources based on specific application requirements. The card supports both point-to-point and cascade network topologies across both channels.

Reliability and Industrial Design

Built for industrial environments, the ibaFOB-2io-D features robust optical interfaces and high electromagnetic immunity. The fiber optic connections provide galvanic isolation between the host system and field equipment, ensuring reliable communication over distances up to 2000 meters while protecting against electrical disturbances across both channels.

Summary

The ibaFOB-2io-D is a compact two-channel fiber optic interface card that delivers bidirectional communication for iba systems. Its balanced channel count, high-speed synchronous transmission, and compatibility with ibaLink-SM-128V make it an ideal solution for industrial automation and control applications requiring multiple independent communication paths.