Evaluation Kit for DSC Digital Load Cell Converter Card EVAL-KIT-DSC
SKU: EVAL-KIT DSC
Description
This product is part of Mantracourt’s legacy digital range and is not recommended for new designs. It has been superseded by the DSM Digital Sensor Digitiser platform, which provides a firmware-configurable CAN architecture, support for custom CAN message formats, wider 7–32 VDC supply capability and measurement rates up to 1000 Hz.
For new applications, or if you are migrating from an existing digital product, please contact us to discuss the most suitable DSM variant.
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
| Q | 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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