Key Features and Benefits:
• USB 2.0 and USB 1.1, true plug-and-play compatibility
• 16-bit resolution
• High and low programmable gains
• Input/output speeds up to 50kS/s
• Up to 17 digital lines for monitoring or control
• 500V isolation barrier protects the computer and module from voltage spikes, ESD, and surges
• Runs under Windows® 2000 and XP platforms

Now, adding data acquisition capabilities to your PC is as easy as plugging in a mouse or keyboard. Within minutes of connecting one of our compact data acquisition modules to your computer and your sensor directly to the module, you�re ready to make measurements of voltage, temperature, pressure - whatever you need. And you have done this without opening your PC, without complicated programming, and without spending time configuring the module, power requirements, or connection schemes.

The Keithley KUSB-3100 Series brings true plug-and-play data acquisition to computers that contain Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 and 1.1 ports. No more opening up your computer chassis to install boards - just plug in the module, install the included software, and you are ready to make measurements. It's easy and efficient.

The KUSB-3108 module features a variety of analog input channels, including a Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) channel, as well as single-ended/differential analog input channels. The CJC channel provides 10mV/°C with an accuracy of 1°C. The differential analog input channels can be used for B, E, J, K, N, R, S, or T type thermocouples. To measure other low-level analog input signals, such as pressure and flow sensors, you can use these channels to connect up to 16 single-ended/eight differential analog inputs. Thermocouple break detection is also provided to set the value to full-scale if an open circuit is detected at the input. In addition, the KUSB-3108 provides two analog output channels for high resolution, single-value output operations, 17 digital I/O lines, and two counter/timer channels. The 500V isolation barrier protects your computer and ensures a reliable stream of data.

Related Applications:
• Voltage, temperature, strain, and vibration measurements
• Analog stimulus/response testing
• Relay control
• Switch closure sensing
• System automation
• Security systems and monitoring
• Burn-in
• Position measurements
• Frequency/event counting
• In-vehicle automotive testing
• Life science research
• Educational teaching labs

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