Evaluation Kit for DSC Digital Load Cell Converter Card EVAL-KIT-DSC
SKU: EVAL-KIT DSC
Description
The DSC Evaluation Kit provides a convenient and complete solution for testing and evaluating Mantracourt’s DSC (Digital Strain Converter) modules. Ideal for development, prototyping or system integration, this kit enables rapid setup and communication with a DSC card from any standard PC.
Kit Contents:
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Evaluation PCB (DSJ1) with:
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8-way screw terminal for connecting strain gauge and optional temperature sensor
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5-way screw terminal for power and RS485 communications
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9-way D-sub for direct RS232 connection to PC, and breakout for CAN & RS485
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Link headers to select RS232 or RS485 communication
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Terminating resistor for CAN and RS485 bus setup
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On-board temperature sensor for evaluating temperature compensation features
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Power LED and digital output LED
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Push switch for testing digital input functionality
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Pre-installed DSC module of your choice (please specify when ordering)
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9-to-25 way D-sub adapter for PC communications
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9-way D-sub extension cable
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For RS485: RS232 to RS485 converter and cable
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For RS232: Power connection cable
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For CAN: IXXAT USB-to-CAN compact converter
This versatile kit gives you everything needed to evaluate the full capabilities of the DSC module — including linearisation, temperature compensation, dynamic filtering, and communications protocol testing — in a convenient desktop format.
Product Features & Benefits
- Complete evaluation kit for DSC digitiser modules
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Ideal for development, testing and integration
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Includes Evaluation PCB (DSJ1) with:
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8-way screw terminal for strain gauge & temperature sensor
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5-way screw terminal for power & RS485 communications
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9-way D-sub for RS232, CAN & RS485 connection
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Link headers to select RS232 or RS485
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Built-in terminating resistors for CAN & RS485
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On-board temperature sensor for compensation evaluation
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Power and digital output indicator LEDs
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Push switch for digital input testing
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DSC card of your choice pre-installed
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9-to-25 way D-sub adapter and extension cable included
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Communication accessories included based on interface:
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RS485: RS232 to RS485 converter and cable
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RS232: Power connection cable
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CAN: IXXAT USB-to-CAN compact converter
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Enables rapid setup and testing from a PC
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Supports temperature compensation, peak/valley, filtering and more
Specifications
High Stability
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Description |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Bridge Excitation | 4.5 | 5 | 5.25 | dc |
| Sensor Impedance up to 18V Supply | 320 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms** |
| Sensor Impedance up to 12V Supply | 120 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms** |
| Bridge Sensitivity | -3 | +3 | mV/V | |
| Offset Temperature Stability | 1 | 4 | ppm/ºC | |
| Gain Temperature Stability | 3 | 5 | ppm/ºC | |
| Offset Stability with Time | 0.002 | 0.008 | %FR | |
| Gain Stability with Time | 30 | ppm of FR/1st Year | ||
| Non Linearity | 0.0005 | 0.0025 | %FR | |
| Internal Resolution | 16 Million | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 1Hz (Noise Stable) * | 200,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 10Hz (Noise Stable) * | 120,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 100Hz (Noise Stable) * | 50,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 500Hz (Noise Stable) * | 18,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Optional Temperature Measurement Resolution | 0.1 | ºC | ||
| Optional Temperature Measurement Accuracy | 1 | ºC | ||
| Notes: From original offset at any time. *Stability over 100 second period. **Subject to supply voltage. See Electrical SpecificationNote: Update speeds are selectable to 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 60, 100, 200, 300, 500 Samples/SecNote: Update speeds are selectable to 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 60, 100, 200, 300, 500 Samples/Sec
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Electrical |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Power Supply Voltage | 5.4 | 12 | 18 | V dc |
| Power Supply Noise/Ripple | 100 | mV ac pk-pk | ||
| Power Supply Current (350R Bridge) | 45 | 60 | mA | |
| Power @ 10V Supply (350R Bridge) | 350 | mW | ||
| Sensor Impedance up to 18v Supply | 320 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms |
| Sensor Impedance up to 12v Supply | 120 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms |
| Excitation System
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4 Wire | |||
Environmental |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Operating Temperature Range for OIML 6000d | -10 | 55 | °C | |
| Storage Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Humidity
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0 | 95 | %RH on Condensing | |
Communications |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| RS485 Data Rate | 2,400 | 230k | Baud | |
| CAN Bit Rate
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20k | 1M | Bits/Sec | |
Industrial Stability
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Description |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Bridge Excitation | 4.5 | 5 | 5.25 | dc |
| Sensor Impedance up to 18V Supply | 320 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms** |
| Sensor Impedance up to 12V Supply | 120 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms** |
| Bridge Sensitivity | -3 | +3 | mV/V | |
| Offset Temperature Stability | 5 | 10 | ppm/ºC | |
| Gain Temperature Stability | 30 | 50 | ppm/ºC | |
| Offset Stability with Time | 0.0035 | 0.016 | %FR | |
| Gain Stability with Time | 300 | ppm of FR/1st Year | ||
| Non Linearity | 0.0005 | 0.0025 | %FR | |
| Internal Resolution | 16 Million | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 1Hz (Noise Stable) * | 66,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 10Hz (Noise Stable) * | 40,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 100Hz (Noise Stable) * | 10,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Resolution @ 500Hz (Noise Stable) * | 5,000 | Counts/Divisions | ||
| Optional Temperature Measurement Resolution | 0.1 | ºC | ||
| Optional Temperature Measurement Accuracy
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1 | ºC | ||
Electrical |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Power Supply Voltage | 5.6 | 12 | 18 | V dc |
| Power Supply Noise/Ripple | 100 | mV ac pk-pk | ||
| Power Supply Current (350R Bridge) | 45 | 60 | mA | |
| Power @ 10V Supply (350R Bridge) | 350 | mW | ||
| Sensor Impedance up to 18v Supply | 320 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms |
| Sensor Impedance up to 12v Supply | 120 | 350 | 5,000 | ohms |
| Excitation System
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4 Wire | |||
Environmental |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Storage Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Humidity
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0 | 95 | %RH on Condensing | |
Communications |
Min |
Typical |
Max |
Units |
| RS485 Data Rate | 2,400 | 230k | Baud | |
| CAN Bit Rate | 10k | 1M | Bits/Sec | |
Dimensions
Dimensions 87.1mm x 20mmx 12mm
Downloads
FAQ
| QÂ | Do I need a driver for the USB/RS485 converter which is included in the Eval Kit 485? |
| A | Yes, The driver for the converter, EasySYNC model ES-U-3001-M, can be downloaded here. |
| Q | Is there everything in this Eval Kit to perform a full evaluation? |
| A | Yes. All you need is your own computer! |
| Q | Which versions is the Eval Kit available in? |
| A | RS232, RS485 or CAN |
Mantracourt has identified the following points which demonstrate how strain gauge transducers users will benefit.
- Plug-in-and-go-sensor; No need for a separate instrument, DSC provides a direct output in engineering units from a standard Strain Gauge, – save cost and space.
- Simple to use; The Strain Gauge manufacturer can supply the sensor pre-calibrated for system offset, gain, hysteresis and scale parameters.
- Outstanding performance to cost ratio; 19 bit (500,000 divisions) and 0.001% noise immunity ideal for high precision process weighing applications such as batching, at a fraction of the cost of many instrument solutions
- Low cost of Strain Gauge ownership; Use with low cost 2 pair twisted cabling – reduce set-up costs.
• Digital storage of calibration details, means the system will not need regular re-calibration – save maintenance costs.
• In-service replacement of a faulty/damaged Strain Gauge is possible by simply down loading the stored calibration details to a new cell. Save maintenance time and cost by not having to empty a vessel and re-apply test weights. - Universal systems compatibility; Fieldbus connectivity ensures interoperability with existing/future process control equipment
- Non-expert maintenance; Self diagnostics alerts user to common Strain Gauge faults such as over-range.
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