ibaFOB-io Fiber Optic Interface Card

Product Overview

The ibaFOB-io is a fiber optic interface card designed for high-speed data acquisition and control in iba-based systems. It serves as the link between iba data acquisition platforms such as ibaPDA and ibaLogic and fiber optic networks from VME systems or other industrial controllers. The card provides reliable optical communication for analog and digital signals in industrial environments.

Technical Specifications

• Fiber Optic Transmission Rate: 3.3 Mbps

• Supports bidirectional communication for analog and digital signals

• Compatible with ibaPDA and ibaLogic software platforms

• Designed for use with ibaLink-SM-128V and other iba fiber optic devices

• Provides synchronous data transmission for real-time applications

System Compatibility

The ibaFOB-io is fully compatible with the ibaLink-SM-128V VMEbus interface card, allowing seamless integration between VME-based control systems and iba data acquisition software. It also supports direct connection to ibaLogic for soft PLC applications and can be used with ibaPADU-8 series I/O devices in distributed architectures.

Application Areas

The ibaFOB-io is used in industrial automation environments where high-speed, deterministic data acquisition is required. Typical applications include real-time process monitoring, machine condition analysis, and integration of VME-based controllers with PC-based data logging systems. The card is particularly suited for applications requiring synchronous acquisition of multiple analog and digital channels.

Integration with iba Systems

In combination with ibaPDA, the ibaFOB-io enables high-resolution data acquisition with precise timestamping and synchronization. When used with ibaLogic, it provides a real-time I/O interface for soft PLC applications. The card supports the iba fiber optic network topology, allowing flexible system configurations including point-to-point and cascade structures.

Reliability and Industrial Use

Designed for continuous operation in industrial environments, the ibaFOB-io features robust fiber optic connectors and reliable signal transmission over distances up to 2000 meters. The optical interface provides galvanic isolation between the PC and field equipment, enhancing system safety and noise immunity.

Summary

The ibaFOB-io fiber optic interface card is a key component for data acquisition and control applications using iba systems. It delivers high-speed, synchronous communication and integrates seamlessly with VME-based controllers, ibaPDA, and ibaLogic, making it an essential tool for industrial automation and process monitoring.