Description
1. Real – world Case
In an automotive engine research laboratory, the SCXI – 1104C was used in a comprehensive engine performance testing setup. The researchers were conducting experiments to optimize the fuel efficiency and emission levels of a new engine design. The SCXI – 1104C was connected to a wide range of sensors installed on the engine, including temperature sensors, pressure sensors, and flow sensors.
During a series of high – speed driving simulations, the sensors detected rapid changes in the engine’s operating parameters. The SCXI – 1104C quickly acquired the data from these sensors, amplified and conditioned the signals, and then transferred the processed data to a data acquisition computer.
The researchers were able to analyze the real – time data provided by the SCXI – 1104C. They discovered that a particular fuel injection pattern was causing inefficient combustion under high – speed conditions. Based on this finding, they adjusted the engine’s fuel injection system. Thanks to the accurate and timely data acquisition of the SCXI – 1104C, the researchers were able to improve the engine’s performance and reduce its emissions significantly.
2. Applications
- Automotive Testing: As demonstrated in the above case, it is widely used for engine testing, chassis testing, and vehicle durability testing. It helps automotive engineers collect and analyze data from various sensors to improve vehicle design and performance.
- Aerospace Industry: In aerospace applications, the SCXI – 1104C can be used for testing aircraft engines, flight control systems, and structural components. It can monitor parameters such as air pressure, vibration, and temperature during flight simulations and ground tests.
- Industrial Machinery Monitoring: For large – scale industrial machinery, like turbines and compressors, it can monitor the health and performance of the equipment. By collecting data from sensors, it can detect early signs of wear and tear, and potential failures, enabling preventive maintenance.
3. Weight and Dimensions
- Weight: The SCXI – 1104C weighs approximately 1.2 kg. This relatively light weight makes it easy to handle and install, especially when setting up complex test setups with multiple modules.
- Dimensions: It has dimensions of about 180 mm in length, 120 mm in width, and 50 mm in height. These compact dimensions allow it to be easily integrated into standard test racks or enclosures, saving space in test laboratories.
4. Features
- High – Speed Data Acquisition: It is capable of high – speed data acquisition, allowing it to capture rapid changes in sensor data. This is crucial for applications where real – time data analysis is required, such as in engine testing or high – speed machinery monitoring.
- Multiple Sensor Compatibility: The SCXI – 1104C can be connected to a wide variety of sensors, including thermocouples, strain gauges, and accelerometers. It provides the necessary signal conditioning for these sensors, ensuring accurate data collection.
- Signal Amplification and Filtering: It has built – in signal amplification and filtering capabilities. It can amplify weak sensor signals and filter out noise, improving the quality of the acquired data.
5. Stability and Reliability
- Robust Construction: The SCXI – 1104C is built with a durable housing that provides protection against dust, moisture, and mechanical vibrations. This makes it suitable for use in harsh industrial and testing environments.
- Quality Components: It uses high – quality electronic components and undergoes strict quality testing during the manufacturing process. This ensures long – term stability and reliability, reducing the risk of system failures during critical tests.
- Error – Detection and Calibration: It has built – in error – detection mechanisms that can detect sensor malfunctions or data acquisition errors. It also supports regular calibration to maintain the accuracy of the acquired data over time.
6. Parameter Specifications
- Power Supply: It operates on a 24V DC power supply, with an allowable voltage range of 21.6V to 26.4V. This wide voltage range ensures stable operation even in the presence of small power fluctuations.
- Input Channels: It has 8 input channels, which can be used to connect multiple sensors simultaneously.
- Sampling Rate: The maximum sampling rate is up to 200 kS/s per channel, allowing for high – speed data collection.
- Input Range: The input range for analog signals is typically ±10V, which can accommodate a wide range of sensor outputs.
- Communication Interface: It supports communication via a high – speed serial interface, such as USB or Ethernet, enabling fast data transfer to a computer for further analysis.
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