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Digital Driver Modules

The JSB-450 series digital I/O and driver modules allow users to interface to digital inputs and outputs from any USB. The JSB-450 (low-current applications) and JSB-458 (high-current applications) use a 50-pin connector for compatibility with standard I/O mounting racks.

The JSB-458 features 24 high-voltage, high-current Darlington sink driver outputs that can sink up to 250 mA per output. Programming is executed through simple commands from a host computer, using any programming language suitable for USB communications.

Additional features include Windows 98 driver software, buffered transceiver, hysteresis on input lines, input power with auto reset, USB cable, and sample interface source code. The units provide interrupt notification of input changes, and allow user selection of debounce time on all inputs.

Both models allow up to 127 modules per USB channel, and provide a 1.5-M USB data rate. The operating temperature range for both is ý30ý to 70ýC.

The model JSB-450-24, which features 24 I/O lines and enclosure, costs $140. The JSB-450-48, with 48 I/O lines and enclosure, costs $165. The model JSB-458-24, which features 24 I/O lines and 24 Darlington output lines, costs $190. And, the JSB-458-48, with 48 Darlington output lines, costs $220. A Din Rail is available for both models for $5.

J-Works, Inc.
(818) 361-0787
Fax: (818) 270-2413
www.j-works.com

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