AEMC Sentinel SDL-402 AC/DC Current Datalogger

Rent me for $300 a month

   The Sentinel Current Logger Model SDL A402 is a four-channel current logger recording device designed for use with AEMC detachable current probes . The Model SDL A402 is powered with rechargeable NiMH batteries. Real-time display of waveforms and harmonics is available with the DataView software, which is included. Programmable storage rate and storage modes, combined with simple one button operation, make this a versatile and easy-to-use data logger, perfect for a variety of applications.

Agilent/HP 34901A 20 Channel Input Module for 34970A Series Dataloggers

Rent me for $50 a month

   The Agilent/HP 34901A module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit is the most versatile multiplexer for general purpose scanning. It combines dense, multi-function switching with 60 channel/second scan rates to address a broad spectrum of data acquisition applications. Two and four-wire channels can be mixed on the same module. Two additional fused inputs (22 channels total) route up to 1A of current to the internal DMM, allowing ac and dc current measurements without the need for external shunt resistors. The Agilent/HP 34901A is an excellent general purpose module. Agilent has very long delivery dates. We have it in stock today!

20-Channel General-Purpose Multiplexer

• 60 ch/s scanning

• Two- and four-wire scanning

• Built-in thermocouple reference junction

• 300 V switching

   Up to three modules, in any combination, can be inserted into a single mainframe. The 34970A's internal DMM connections are accessible only through the 34901A, 34902A, and 34908A low frequency multiplexers. On-module screw terminals accept wire sizes from 16 gage to 22 gage. Twenty-gage wire is recommended for high channel count applications. The 34905A and 34906A RF Multiplexers use SMB connectors. A standard set of (10) BNC-to-SMB adapter cables is provided with each RF module for convenient BNC connections. Two- and four-wire channels can be mixed on the same module. Two additional fused inputs (22 channels total) route up to 1A of current to the internal DMM, allowing ac and dc current measurements without the need for external shunt resistors.

   Each of the 20 channels switches both HI and LO inputs, thus providing fully isolated inputs to the internal multimeter. The module is divided into two banks of 10 two-wire channels each. When making four-wire resistance measurements, channels from Bank A are automatically paired with channels from Bank B. Two additional fused channels are included on the module (22 channels total) for making calibrated DC or AC current measurements with the internal multimeter (external shunt resistors are not required). You can close multiple channels on this module only if you have not configured any channels to be part of the scan list. Otherwise, all channels on the module are break-before-make.

Agilent/HP 34903A 20 Channel Actuator/ Switch Module

Rent me for $50 a month

   The Agilent/HP 34903A is a general-purpose switch module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit. It has 20 independent single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) relays and is used to cycle power to products under test, control indicator and status lights, and to actuate external power relays and solenoids. Combine it with matrix and multiplexer modules to build custom switch systems. Its 300 V, 1 A contacts can handle up to 50 W, enough for many power line switching applications.

Features

• 20 Channel Actuator/GP Switch
• SPDT (Form C) latching relays
• 300 V, 1 A actuation and control

   Use this module for those applications that require high-integrity contacts or quality connections of non-multiplexed signals. This module can switch 300 V, 1 A (50 W maximum switch power) to your device under test or to actuate external devices. Screw terminals on the module provide access to the Normally-Open, Normally-Closed, and Common contacts for each of the 20 switches. A breadboard area is provided near the screw terminals to implement custom circuitry, such as simple filters, snubbers, or voltage dividers.

Agilent/HP  44473A 4x4 Two-Wire Matrix Switch

Rent me for $100 a month

For the 3488A Switch/Control Unit

   The 44473A offers highly flexible switching with a 4 X 4, 2-wire matrix.  Any combination of 4 input channels may be connected to any combination of 4 output channels.  Each cross point or node in the matrix uses a 2SPST relay to switch 2 lines (Hi and Lo) at a time.  Multiple 4 X 4 modules can be connected to form larger matrices.  Multiplexers can be used in conjunction with this larger module to effectively expand the number of inputs and outputs of the matrix.

Agilent/HP 3488A Switch/Control Unit

Requires additional modules for operation

   The Agilent/HP 3488A Switch/Control Unit brings versatile, HP-IB programmable switching to tests requiring multi-channel measurements.  The Agilent/HP 3488A provides single switching with the integrity and isolation needed for high-performance production test systems.  It also offers a flexible, low-cost interconnection for automating experiments on the bench and for developing tests in the lab.  The Agilent/HPHP 3488A is designed to hold up to 5 of the switch and control modules.

Features

• DC-26.5 signal switching
• Matrix, multiplexer, and general purpose relays
• Digital I/O control and actuation
• Up to 50 channels
• 40 configuration storage registers
• 11 switch and control modules

Flexible Switching

   The Agilent/HP 3488A is an economical approach to flexible switching through plug-in modules.  You can select the right combination of switching functions to meet both performance and budget needs.  Testing is simplified by having one solution for connections of low-level DVM inputs, high-level dc and ac power, and microwave signals to 26.5 GHz.  Additional devices, such as microwave relays and programmable attenuators, are easily controlled with digital I/O functions.  Custom circuitry can also be implemented on breadboard modules.

Versatile Performance

   The Agilent/HP 3488A can store up to 40 complete switch configurations for convenient recall in automated test programs.  Switch operation can be done with multiple relay closures or with selectable channels in a break-before-make mode.   Break-before-make and recallable switch configurations can be combined in a programmable scan list.  The Agilent/HP 3488A uses removable screw connectors that provide easily interchangeable wiring for each test.  Built-in self-test assures proper operation.

Agilent/HP 34902A 16 Channel Multiplexer (2/4-wire) Module for 34970A

Rent me for $50 a month

The Agilent 34902A module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit employs reed relays to achieve scan rates up to 250 channels-per-second. Use this module for high-throughput automated test applications as well as high-speed data logging and monitoring tasks. Sixteen two-wire inputs switch up to 300 V. Two-and four-wire channels may be mixed on the same module. User provided shunt resistors are required for current measurements.

Features

• 16 Channel Multiplexer
• 250 Channels per second scanning rate
• Two- and four-wire scanning
• Built-in thermocouple reference junction

   Use this module for high-speed scanning and high-throughput automated test applications. Each of the 16 channels switches both HI and LO inputs, thus providing fully isolated inputs to the internal multimeter. The module is divided into two banks of eight two-wire channels each. When making four-wire resistance measurements, channels from Bank A are automatically paired with channels from Bank B. You can close multiple channels on this module only if you have not configured any channels to be part of the scan list. Otherwise, all channels on the module are break-before-make.

Multiplexer Selection Guide

   Choose between the broad functionality of the 34901A, the high speed scanning of the 34902A, or the single-ended density of the 34908A. These three modules are the only way to connect to the 34970A internal DMM. They can be used to scan with external instruments as well. All multiplexer modules employ break-beforemake scanning, ensuring only one closed channel (or channel pair) at a time. Multiple channel closures are allowed on the 34901A and 34902A modules when not configured for scanning. The 34908A does not allow multiple channel closures at any time.

   Up to three modules, in any combination, can be inserted into a single mainframe. The 34970A's internal DMM connections are accessible only through the 34901A, 34902A, and 34908A low frequency multiplexers. On-module screw terminals accept wire sizes from 16 gage to 22 gage. Twenty-gage wire is recommended for high channel count applications. The 34905A and 34906A RF Multiplexers use SMB connectors. A standard set of (10) BNC-to-SMB adapter cables is provided with each RF module for convenient BNC connections.

Agilent/HP 34904A 4x8 Two-Wire Matrix Switch for the 34970A Datalogger

Rent me for $50 a month

   The Agilent/HP 34904A for the 34970A Two-Wire Matrix Switch for the Datalogging Mainframe gives you the most flexible connection path between your device under test and your test equipment, allowing different instruments to be connected to multiple points on your DUT at the same time. Rows or columns may be connected between multiple modules to build 8x8, 4x16 or larger matrices, with up to 96 crosspoints in a single frame.

Features

• 32 two-wire crosspoints

• Any combination of inputs and outputs can be connected at a time

• 300 V, 1 A switching

   Use this module to connect multiple instruments to multiple points on your device under test at the same time. You can connect rows and columns between multiple modules to build larger matrices such as 8x8 and 4x16, with up to 96 crosspoints in a single mainframe.

Rent me for $50 a month

Features

• Dual 4 Channel RF Multiplexer
• 2 GHz bandwidth, 50 Ohm
• BNC to SMB adapter cables included
• 10 Cables, 50 Ohm (SMB to BNC)

   These modules offer wideband switching capabilities for high frequency and pulsed signals. Each module is organized in two independent banks of 4-to-1 multiplexers. Both modules offer low crosstalk and excellent insertion loss performance. To create larger RF multiplexers, you can cascade multiple banks together. Only one channel in each bank may be closed at a time.

Rent me for $50 a month

   The Agilent/HP 34907A module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit allows great flexibility for a variety of sense and control applications. It combines two 8-bit ports of digital input and output, a 100 kHz gated totalizer, and two ±12V analog outputs - all on a single earth-referenced module. The digital inputs and totalizer input may be included in a scan. Alarm limits for the digital and event counter inputs are evaluated continuously, capturing and logging alarm conditions even between scans.

Features

• 16 bits of digital input and output
• 100 kHz totalizer input
• Two ±12V analog outputs

   Use this module to sense status and control external devices such as solenoids, power relays, and microwave switches. For greater flexibility, you can read digital inputs and the count on the totalizer during a scan. The Agilent 34907A module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit allows great flexibility for a variety of sense and control applications. It combines two 8-bit ports of digital input and output, a 100 kHz gated totalizer, and two ±12V analog outputs - all on a single earth-referenced module. The digital inputs and totalizer input may be included in a scan. Alarm limits for the digital and event counter inputs are evaluated continuously, capturing and logging alarm conditions even between scans.

Digital Input/Ouput

   Use the digital outputs with an external power supply to control microwave switches and attenuators, solenoids, power relays, indicators, and more. Use the digital inputs to sense limit switch and digital bus status. There are no complex handshake modes; reads and writes are initiated either from the front panel or the bus.

Totalize Input

   Count events from devices like photo interrupters, limit switches, and Hall-effect sensors. It keeps an updated total which can be read via the front panel or programmatically at any time. With 26 bits of resolution, it can count events at full speed for nearly 45 minutes without an overflow.

Analog Output

   Use the two electronically calibrated analog outputs to source bias voltages to your device under test, to control your analog programmable power supplies, or use the outputs as setpoints for your control systems. The outputs are programmed directly in volts, either from the front panel or from the bus.

Agilent/HP 34908A 40 Channel Single-Ended Multiplexer Module

Rent me for $50 a month

   Use the Agilent 34908A module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit for the greatest density in common-low applications, such as battery test, component characterization, and bench top testing. Each module switches 40 one-wire inputs. All two-wire internal measurements except current are supported. The module low connection is isolated from earth and can float up to 300 V.

Features

• 40 Channel Single-Ended Multiplexer
• 60 ch/s scanning
• Single-wire switching for common-low applications
• Built-in thermocouple reference junction

   Use this module for high-density switching applications which require single-wire inputs with a common LO. All relays are break-before-make to ensure that only one relay is connected at any time.

Agilent/HP 34970A Datalogger Mainframe

Rent me for $150 a month for base unit only

Requires additional plug in modules for operation

   The best and easiest datalogger to use. No hassles or grief. Fast quick results. Requires plug in modules for your application. The Agilent/HP 34970A consists of a three-slot mainframe with a built-in 6 ½ digit DMM. Each channel can be configured independently to measure one of 11 different functions without the added cost or hassles of signal-conditioning accessories. Choose from eight optional plug-in modules to create a compact data logger, full-featured data acquisition system or low-cost switching unit. On-module screw-terminal connections eliminate the need for terminal blocks and a unique relay maintenance feature counts every closure on every switch for easy, predictable relay maintenance. Our most popular module 34901A features a built-in thermocouple reference and 20 two-wire channels.

Features

• 3-slot mainframe with built-in GPIB and RS232 interfaces
• 6 ½-digit (22-bit) internal DMM, scanning up to 250 channels per second
• Built-in Signal conditioning measures thermocouples, RTDs, & Thermistors, ac/dc Volts, & Current; Resistance; Frequency and Period
• 8 switch and control plug-in modules to choose from
• 50k readings of non-volatile memory holds data when power is removed
• Hi/LO alarm limits on each channel, plus 4 TTL alarm outputs

   The Agilent/HP Technologies 34970A combines precision measurement capability with flexible signal connections for your production and development test systems. Three module slots are built into the rear of the instrument to accept any combination of data acquisition or switching modules. The combination of data logging and data acquisition features in the 34970A makes this instrument a versatile solution for your testing requirements now and in the future.

Plug ins available include
34901A 20-CH multiplexer (2/4-wire) 60 300 V 1 A 2 current channels (22 ch total) Built-in cold junction reference
34902A 16-CH multiplexer (2/4-wire) 250 300 V 50 mA Built-in cold junction reference
34903A 20-CH actuator/GP switch 120 300 V 1 A Form C (SPDT) switches
34904A 4x8 matrix 120 300 V 1 A 2-wire, full crosspoint
34905A 2-GHz dual 1:4 RF mux, 50 ohm 60 42 V 0.7 A 1-GHz through provided BNC-to-SMB adapter cables
34906A 2-GHz dual 1:4 RF mux, 75 ohm 60 42 V 0.7 A 1-GHz through provided BNC-to-SMB adapter cables
34907A 2 8-bit digital I/O ports; 26-bit, 100-kHz event counter; 2 16-bit analog outputs 42 V; 42 V; +/-12 V 400 mA; ; 10 mA Open drain; Gated, selectable input threshold; Earth referenced. Calibrated.
34908A 40-CH single-ended multiplexer 60 300 V 1 A Common low, no 4-wire meas. Built-in cold junction reference

Agilent/HP 34980A Datalogger System

Available for Rentals. Price varies with installed options

21 different input modules available. Up to 560 Channels available.

   The 34980A is a low-cost modular platform that is easily expandable and reconfigurable. It offers broad functionality that fits your budget without sacrificing accuracy.

Multiplexer modules

• 34921A 40-channel armature multiplexer w/low thermal offset
• 34923A 40/80-channel reed multiplexer
• 34925A 40/80-channel optically isolated FET multiplexer
• 34922A 70-channel armature multiplexer
• 34924A 70-channel reed multiplexer

Matrix modules

• 34931A Dual 4x8 armature matrix
• 34932A Dual 4x16 armature matrix
• 34933A Dual/quad 4x8 reed matrix
• 34934A Quad 4x32 reed matrix

General purpose/actuator modules

• 34937A 32-channel Form C/Form A general-purpose switch
• 34938A 20-channel 5-amp Form A switch
• 34939A 64-channel Form A Switch

RF and microwave modules

• 34941A Quad 1x4 50-ohm 3-GHz RF multiplexer
• 34942A Quad 1x4 75-ohm 1.5 GHz RF multiplexer
• 34945A Microwave switch/attenuator driver
• 34946A Dual 1x2 SPDT terminated microwave switch
• 34947A Triple 1x2 ww unterminated microwave switch

System measurement and control modules

• 34950A 64-bit digital I/O with memory and counter
• 34951A 4-channel isolated D/A converter with waveform
• 34952A Multifunction module with 32-bit DIO,
• 34959A Breadboard module 26- & 40-pin internal

Rent me for $50 a month

  The Agilent 34906A RF multiplexer module for the 34970A Data Acquisition/Switch Unit offers broadband switching capabilities for high-frequency and pulsed signals. Use it to route test signals between your device under test and your signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, or other instrumentation. The RF multiplexers are arranged as two independent 1 x 4 multiplexers, each with a common shield and a switched center conductor. Connections can be made directly to SMB inputs with 2 GHz usable bandwidth, or to the BNC-to-SMB adapters provided with 1 bandwidth. Multiple banks may be cascaded together for applications requiring even larger topologies--create a stubless 16:1 multiplexer in a single frame. Features Dual 4 Channel RF Multiplexer 2 GHz bandwidth, 75 Ohm BNC to SMB adapter cables included

Features

• 2 GHz bandwidth with on-board SMB connections

• 1 GHz bandwidth with SMB-to-BNC adapter cables provided

   These modules offer wideband switching capabilities for high frequency and pulsed signals. Each module is organized in two independent banks of 4-to-1 multiplexers. Both modules offer low crosstalk and excellent insertion loss performance. To create larger RF multiplexers, you can cascade multiple banks together. Only one channel in each bank may be closed at a time.

Agilent/HP 44470A Multiplexer

For the 3488A Switch/Control Unit

  Option 010 is a 10-channel multiplexer for scanning or multiple signal connections.  Channels switch 2 wires (Hi and Lo) with 2 PST relays for DVM inputs and other signals up to 250V and 2A.  This module can also be used to multiplex signals to other switching functions, such as the matrix module.

Agilent/HP 44471A General Purpose Relay

For the 3488A Switch/Control Unit

   This module consists of 10 SPST independent relays for general signal switching and control of external devices.  Quality connections make this module ideal for switching signals when multiplexing is not required, or for supplying switchable power to the device under test.

Agilent/HP 44472A Dual 1x4 VHF Multiplexer

For the Agilent/HP 3488A and 3499A Mainframes

   The Agilent/HP 44472A VHF module offers broadband switching capability for high frequency and pulse signals. Two independent 50 Ohm character impedance bi-directional 1x4 switches are provided for signals from DC to 300 MHz. Very low crosstalk makes the VHF module ideal for VHF signal measurements using spectrum, network, or distortion analyzers. You can also use the excellent signal integrity of the VHF module for multiplexing inputs to your GPIB oscilloscope or waveform analyzer. Each group of four channels is isolated from the other and from the chassis to prevent ground loops. BNC connectors provide ease of connection to the module.

Features

• DC to 300MHz
• BNC connectors for ease of wiring
• For 3488A & 3499A/B/C Mainframes

   The 2 independent groups of bidirectional 1 X 4 switches can be used for signals from dc to 300 MHz.  All channels have 50-ohm characteristic impedance and are break-before-make within a group of 4 channels.  Each group is isolated from the other and from ground to prevent ground loops.  Excellent isolation makes this module ideal for high-frequency signal analyzer measurements requiring a large dynamic range.

Agilent/HP 44474A Digital I/O

For the 3488A Switch/Control Unit  

 This module offers 16 very flexible bidirectional I/O lines and 4 TTL-compatible handshake lines for sensing and control of external devices.  The digital inputs can be used to sense contact closures to ground.  Each channel provides current sinks for remote switching of external relays, such as the HP 33311 series coaxial switches.

Campbell Scientific CR21 Micrologger

Features

• Replaced by the 21X Micrologger® (now retired), CR23X Micrologger®
• Manufactured from 1979-1985
• Self-contained datalogger with built-in keyboard and power supply
• Specialized sensors required; some no longer available
• Stored 608 data points in internal memory (volatile)
• ASCII data format
• Some repairs no longer available

Specifications

• Seven single-ended analog inputs (-0.2 to +2.5 Vdc or
  -2 mV to +25 mV, FSR)
• Two pulse count channels (150 Hz (CH 8) and 50 Hz (CH 9), maximum input frequency)
• One 4 Vac excitation channel
• Three 2 Vdc sensor excitation channels
• Two binary inputs
• Four control outputs
• One 5 Vdc power terminal
• One 12 Vdc power terminal
• One a serial I/O port.

Campbell Scientific SM64 Storage Module

Fluke 2280A 2280A/162 20 Channel Isothermal Input Card

For the Fluke 2280A Series Dataloggers

   Fluke 2280A/162 Isothermal input connector with 20 channels for thermocouples, DC voltage, or DC current. This is used in conjunction with a  2280A Series input module. For use in a FLU-228x mainframe. 20-channels with 3-pole dry reed relay per channel. Requires 2280A-175 or 2280A-176 input module. Many in stock.

Fluke 2280A 2280A/175 20 Channel Isothermal Input Module

For the Fluke 2280A Series Dataloggers

   Fluke 2280A/175 Isothermal input connector with 20 channels for thermocouples, DC voltage, or DC current. This is used in conjunction with a  2280A Series input card. For use in a FLU-228x mainframe. Many in stock.

Fluke 2286A/161 Datalogging System Mainframe

Mainframe and 161 card only. No additional modules

  Fluke 2286A Data Logging System mainframe only. Requires plug in card to configure and signal condition. Measures up to 100 channels per mainframe (expandable to 1,500 channels). DC voltage and current, AC voltage, resistance, frequency, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, and event-totalizing. Employs pseudo-channel and math function capabilities. 3.5-inch disk drive for data and program storage. Data output to 40-column internal printer, RS-232C, or disk drive. Fluke's most powerful stand-alone data logger. Has 6 Slots for up to 6 Input/Output Option Cards PLUS 2 Slots for GPIB and/or RS232 Interface Cards. Built-in Printer. Each Analog Input can Scan up to 20 Channels, Each Digital Input can Scan up to 20 TTL Lines.

Fluke 2625A Hydra Datalogger

Rent me for $300 a month

   The Hydra Series is available in three models to fit many application requirements. The 2620A Hydra Data Acquisition Unit is a compact front end for use with your PC. The portable 2625A Hydra Data Logger features non-volatile memory that stores more than 2000 scans, for stand-alone applications. And the 2635A Hydra Data Bucket with its removable memory card for data and set-up storage is the most versatile model - ideal for remote monitoring applications.

   All models are easy to set up and reconfigure from the front panel. Additionally, all units have bi-directional communication via RS-232C, which enables control from a host computer. The RS-232C interface also supports stand-alone use with a serial printer. An optional GPIB/IEEE-488 interface is available for the 2620A only.

   The 2625A Hydra Series is extremely rugged and able to operate in diverse environments. Its operating range is 0 to 60ºC, and it is tested to stringent shock and vibration standards. Hydra's sturdy metal chassis effectively shields against electromagnetic interference, maintaining high measurement accuracy on low level signals. The analog circuitry is also isolated from the digital circuitry so you can measure high voltages directly (up to 300V ac rms). And it conforms to I.E.C., C.E. and CSA safety standards. What's more, all set-up information is battery-backed, so it's immune to power failure. Hydra will return from a power loss and resume scanning, while all configuration information and stored data remain intact.

2625 Hydra Data Logger

• A low-cost alternative for stand-alone monitoring operations.
• Internal memory
• A built-in nonvolatile memory that can store more than 2000 scans.
• Flexible data retrieval
• The ability to upload stored data or transfer real-time data via modem, or directly to your PC via the RS-232 port.

2625A Data Memory Specifications

•  2625A Data Storage Stores 2047 scans.

Scan Contents

• Memory life: 5 years minimum; at 25ºC
• Date and time stamp
• All defined analog input channel values
• Status of four alarm outputs and eight digital I/O Totalizer count

 

Fluke 2640A Netdaq Networked Data Acquisition Unit

Rent me for $400 a month

Fluke 2645A Netdaq Networked Data Acquisition Unit

Rent me for $500 a month

Features

• Data Acquisition, Up to 1,000 Readings Per Second
• 20 Analog Input Channels Expandable Up to 400 Channels
• Extensive Optional Plotting and Trending Capabilities
• Optional Wall, Cabinet, or Rack Mounting
• May Be Connected to Ethernet Networks
• Replaces Chart Recorders

System Configuration 

   Set up your NetDAQ system the way you want it. You can set up your NetDAQ system in several different ways. Configure an isolated system, daisy-chaining as many as 20 NetDAQ units to your PC with a high-speed communication line. This is a quick, simple way to send real time data directly to a PC. Or, add NetDAQ units directly to your company's network. Sharing the network cabling and hardware that's already installed saves you time and expense. And, if you wish, all the users on your network have an easy way to access the data you're collecting.

The Universal Input Module makes configuration a snap

   NetDAQ's Universal Input Module lets you easily measure just about any electrical or physical parameter without changing hardware or adding external signal conditioning. Any combination of dc voltage, ac voltage, thermocouples, current, RTD, resistance (2- or 4-wire), or frequency measurement can be connected directly to the input module. Fluke's proprietary signal conditioning capability is built directly into the NetDAQ unit, thus eliminating the need to purchase external conditioning modules.

Fluke Hydra 2635A Portable Data Acquisition System

Rent me for $350 a month

2635A Hydra Data Bucket

   The ideal choice for gathering and transporting large volumes of data and for working extended periods from remote locations. The Fluke 2635A Hydra Series offers easy portability along with Fluke's built-in signal conditioning and Universal Input Module at a price to fit your budget. You can easily retrieve data from the Hydra units via the RS-232 interface, or through a modem in upload or real-time mode.

Flexibility

   The Hydra Data Bucket comes equipped with a 256 KB PCMCIA card and is also available with either a 1 MB, 2 MB, or 4 MB memory card to suit your data storage needs. Data may be uploaded from these cards via the 2635A Hydra RS-232 port, the optional 263XA-803 memory card drive, or from your computer's standard PCMCIA slot. Real-time data can be simultaneously transferred to a PC at the same time it is recorded to the memory card.

Quick setups

   Simply push a few front panel buttons or load instrument setups from the memory card.

Fail-safe features

   The Hydra Data Bucket gives advance indication of a low battery or low memory condition on the memory card. Its internal memory buffer continues to store up to 70 scans while the card is removed.

Universal Input Module

   The removable Universal Input Module enables fast, convenient set-up and reconfiguration. Any combination of dc voltage, ac voltage, thermocouple, RTD, resistance, or frequency measurements can be connected to the input module without the need for additional signal conditioning. Thermocouple reference junction compensation is automatically performed by sensing the temperature of the input module's isothermal block. For applications with multiple measurement locations, purchasing additional input modules provides the ability to quickly connect and disconnect a Hydra to these various sites while leaving all sensor wiring intact.

Portable Operation

   The Fluke 2635A Hydra Data Bucket has been designed for applications where data is gathered in a stand-alone manner "on location" and later uploaded to a PC for analysis and/or archiving. Three models of the Hydra Data Bucket are available with PC memory cards ranging in size from 256K, 1 Mb, 2Mb and 4Mb in size. Up to 450,000 readings may be stored on a 2M byte memory card. For applications where large amounts of data are generated, you may swap memory cards without interrupting the Data Bucket's scanning.

Fluke Hydra Logger for Windows Software

Fluke Hydra Logger for Windows

Fluke Model 2620A Hydra Datalogger

Rent me for $250 a month

   The Fluke 2620AHydra is ideal for applications that require direct connection to a PC for real-time data collection. The Hydra Series offers easy portability along with Fluke's built-in signal conditioning and Universal Input Module, at a price to fit your budget. You can easily retrieve data from the Hydra units via the RS-232 interface, or through a modem in upload or real-time mode. Channel information and measurement parameters can be set up directly from the front panel or your PC. Three models featuring removable memory card data storage, internal memory storage, and direct real-time data transfer options. Should power fail, these instruments automatically resume data collection when power is restored.

   An RS-232 serial interface makes it easy to connect the Hydra Data Acquisition Unit to a PC or modem for real-time data acquisition. The 2620A can also be used as a 20-channel panel meter.

   An IEEE-488 interface easily allows you to integrate the 2620A with other IEEE-488 instruments and your PC. The 2620A delivers workhorse performance for a wide variety of applications such as test and monitoring systems.

Universal Input Module

   The removable Universal Input Module enables fast, convenient set-up and reconfiguration. Any combination of dc voltage, ac voltage, thermocouple, RTD, resistance, or frequency measurements can be connected to the input module without the need for additional signal conditioning. Thermocouple reference junction compensation is automatically performed by sensing the temperature of the input module's isothermal block. For applications with multiple measurement locations, purchasing additional input modules provides the ability to quickly connect and disconnect a Hydra to these various sites while leaving all sensor wiring intact.

Hydra Logger Software

   The Hydra Logger software package is included with each Hydra unit. It gives you a powerful windows-based data acquisition system when combined with a Hydra instrument and your PC. Hydra Logger gives you control of Hydra's powerful functions, including scanning, signal conditioning, sensor linearization, alarm detection and reporting, non-volatile data memory, advanced trend plotting and more.

   With Hydra Logger's optional, trend plotting package, Trend Link for Fluke, you can control how your data is displayed. You can quickly scroll through real time and historical data, or view data from all channels simultaneously, on a single screen. Or, you can plot one or multiple channels in real time, even superimposing channels on other channels. Zoom in and out features, and statistics make this optional package ideal for report and analysis needs.

for the Hydra Series Dataloggers

   Trend Link is a comprehensive trend plotting and analysis package that plots data graphically in real time. Trend Link allows you to quickly scroll through real time and historical data, view data from all channels simultaneously, compare real time data to an historical template in batch mode, and superimpose selected channels for closer analysis. Any portion of a trend may be examined more closely by utilizing Trend Link¿s Zoom function.

    Trend Link for Fluke software enables you to easily access, view, analyze and compare tremendous amounts of real time or historical data from any Fluke data acquisition product, making paper chart recorders obsolete. Trend Link is designed to make it easy to zoom in on data, review and compare historical data to real-time data, compare batch processing operations, and automatically view statistics on any channel.

Madgetech Octtemp 8 Channel Temperature Datalogger

   This 8-channel thermocouple based temperature recorder/datalogger is essential for monitoring temperature in multiple locations. It easily accepts 8 different thermocouple types J, K, T, E, R, S, B, and N. it is battery operated with a long life so it can be used in remote applications easily. 7 channels are data channels and 1 is reserved for ambient temperature. Power and light weight. Requires cable to connect to your PC. Different cable and connection options are available.

   The Madgetech Octtemp is a 8 channel, battery powered, standalone, thermocouple based temperature datalogger. This all-inone compact, portable, easy to use device will measure and record up to 14,563 temperature measurements per channel. The Madgetech Octtemp is a major leap forward in both size and performance. Its real time clock ensures that all data is time and date stamped. The storage medium is nonvolatile solid state memory, providing maximum data security even if the battery becomes discharged. Its small size allows it to fit almost anywhere. Data retrieval is simple. Plug it into an available COM port and our easy to use software does the rest. The software converts your PC into a real time strip chart recorder. Data can be printed in graphical or tabular format and can be exported to a text or Microsoft file.

Specifications

Internal Channel: 1
Temperature Accuracy:
+0.5°C (0 to 50°C)
Temperature Resolution: 0.1°C
Temperature Range:
-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
Thermocouple Channels: 8
Thermocouple Input Types:
J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N
Thermocouple Connection: Subminiature female jack
Cold Junction Compensation: Automatic
External Thermocouple Channel
Accuracy*: (uniform 20°C internal temperature): J, K, T, E: +0.5°C;
R,S,B,N: +2.5°C
Resolution:
J, K, T, E: 0.1°C R, S, B, N: 0.5°C
Temperature Measurement Range:
Type J:-210 to 760°C;
K:-270 to 1370°C; T:-270 to 400°C;
E:-270 to 980°C; R:-50 to 1760°C;
S:-50 to 1760°C; B:50 to 1820°C;
N:-270 to 1300°C
Memory: 14,563 readings/channel
Temperature Calibration: Digital calibration is available through software
Calibration Date: Automatically recorded within device to alert user when calibration is required
Recording Interval: 5 seconds to 12 hours selectable in software
Start Time: Start time and date are programmable through software
Real Time Recording:Device maybe used with PC to monitor and record data in real time
Power: 9 V lithium battery included; 120 Vac power optional
Battery Life: 1 year typical
Time Accuracy: ± 1 minute/month when RS-232 port is not in use
Data Format: Date and time stamped,
°C, °F, °K, °R, mV
Computer Interface: PC serial, RS-232C COM or USB (interface cable required)
Software: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP
Operating Environment:
-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
5 to 95% RH non-condensing
Dimensions:
38 H x 111 W x 89 mmD
(1.5x 4.4 x 3.5")
Weight: 450 g (16 oz.)
Material: Black anodized aluminum
 

Madgetech PR1000IS Intrinsically Safe Pressure and Temperature Datalogger

   Intrinsically Safe (IS), pressure and ambient temperature data recorder, certified for use in hazardous and explosive environments. Rugged, stainless steel enclosure is perfect for harsh, industrial applications and is completely submersible. Also features a ¼" NPT fitting for easy connection to gas, water, steam and hydraulic pressure lines. Temperature and Pressure data may be displayed, with time and date stamps, in standard and metric units. Available in several pressure ranges, Absolute (A) and Gauge (G). Requires additional operating software USB option $119 than can be used for multiple units.

New Reed 8829 Low Cost Temperature and Humidity Datalogger

New Reed C-342/345 Temperature/Humidity Data Logger 

Features

• °F or °C selectable
• LCD display with LED backlight
• 32,000 records per channel
• Real-time clock stores data and time
• Memory status and battery status displays
• Program by ¿Slim-Com¿ RS-232 interface and Windows® compatible software
• Shipped with wall hanging tag
• Includes model 345 communication base
• Temperature Range: -22 to 158°F (-30 to 70°C)
• Resolution: 0.1°F (0.1°C)
• Accuracy: ±0.7°C
• Humidity Range: 5 to 98% RH
• Resolution: 0.1% RH
• Accuracy: ±3% RH
• Power Supply: 2 x 1.5V AAA batteries
• Dimensions: 92 x 55 x 22mm

New Reed THR-1 7 Day Temperature and Humidity Recorder

   Simultaneously records ambient temperature and relative humidity conditions on paper charts. Ideal for situations requiring hard copy documentation of temperature and humidity such as laboratories, hospitals, museums, art exhibits and nuclear facilities.

Features

• Choice of 1-day or 7-day models

• Bi-mettalic coil temperature sensor and de-fatted hair humidity sensor

• Provides maximum and minimum values

• Humidity Range: 30 to 100% RH

• Resolution: 1-day: 1% RH/15 min.; 7-day: 1% RH/1 hour

• Accuracy: 1-day: ±5% RH/5 min.; 7-day: ±5% RH/30 min.

• Temperature Range: -15 to 40°C

• Resolution: 1-day: 1°C/15 min.; 7-day: 1°C/1 hour

• Accuracy: 1-day: ±1°C/5 min.; 7-day: ±1°C/30 min.

New Reed THR-2 1 Day Temperature and Humidity Recorder

   Simultaneously records ambient temperature and relative humidity conditions on paper charts. Ideal for situations requiring hard copy documentation of temperature and humidity such as laboratories, hospitals, museums, art exhibits and nuclear facilities.

Features

• Choice of 1-day or 7-day models

• Bi-mettalic coil temperature sensor and de-fatted hair humidity sensor

• Provides maximum and minimum values

• Humidity Range: 30 to 100% RH

• Resolution: 1-day: 1% RH/15 min.; 7-day: 1% RH/1 hour

• Accuracy: 1-day: ±5% RH/5 min.; 7-day: ±5% RH/30 min.

• Temperature Range: -15 to 40°C

• Resolution: 1-day: 1°C/15 min.; 7-day: 1°C/1 hour

• Accuracy: 1-day: ±1°C/5 min.; 7-day: ±1°C/30 min.

Reed 200TC Wireless Multiple Temperature Monitoring System

   Precise, wireless temperature monitoring for food safety and other applications. Includes 6 separate remote transmitters, 4 cold probes, 2 hot probes and software. You get an impressive system. Designed for food service but usable in other applications. Provides datalogging of temperature and remote monitoring of results. Perfect for multishift operations. Records and stores results to download to your PC.

Features

• Temperature data is automatically retrieved every 15 minutes around the clock, every day...24/7 and the information is stored for 10 days

• Maximum and minimum temperature control points can be programmed into the monitor for each sensor

• Visual (red flashing light) and audible (90 dB beeper) alarms

• Five different alarm delay settings (0, 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes)

• Data collected is easily uploaded to a PC via integral USB port

• Tamperproof log sheets are created in Excel for storage and graphing

• Monitors current temperatures from up to 30 remote temperature sensors

• Temperature information is sent wirelessly up to 300' (100m)

• All sensors are waterproof to IP65 and all components meet NSF criteria for professional kitchen equipment

• "Hot" and "cold" probes with standard 6' (2m) cables available

• Kit includes six 201TC wireless transmitters, each with wall mount bracket, four 203TC "cold" probes (blue) and two 202TC "hot" probes (red), and 209TC software and USB cable

Monitor

• Temperature Range: -20 to 300°F

• Data Update Time: 15 minutes

• Memory Capacity: 2 days for 30 temperature sensors; 10 days for 6 temperature sensors

• Alarms: 80 - 90 dB beeper sounds and red light flashes every 10 seconds when temperatures are outside "safe range"

• Power Supply: 120V AC/DC, 15mA adapter included, 4 x "AA" battery back up

• Dimensions: 7 x 1.1 x 5.5"

Transmitter

• Probe Temp. Range: Cold: -20 to 140°F; Hot: 50 to 300°F

• Alarms: 80 - 90 dB beeper sounds and red light flashes every second

• when temperatures are outside "safe range"

• Transmission Range: 300 ft. (100m) in an open area

• Power Supply: 3 x "AAA" batteries

• Dimensions: 2 x 3 x 0.75"

Reed ST-173 USB Sound Level Datalogger

  A small sound level datalogger plugs directly into your computer. Compact and easily carried by people for sound level studies. Incredible product for the money

Features

• Conforms to IEC61672-1 Class 2 sound level meters

• 1/2" electret condenser microphone

• A and C frequency weighting

• Fast and Slow time weighting

• Normal (average of 20 data samples) and Peak modes

• Max and Min measurements

• User selectable sampling intervals

• Data storage capacity of 129,920 samples

• Integral USB port

• Includes: Microphone windscreen, transparent cap, software CD, metal support stand and batteryMeasuring Range: 30 to 130 dB

• Accuracy: ±1.4 dB

• Frequency Range: 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz

• Time Weighting: Fast: 125ms; Slow: 1s

• Sampling Intervals: Selectable from 1 second to 24 hours

• Power Supply/Battery Life: 1 x 3.6V battery/Approx. 200 hours

• Dimensions: 144 x 27 x 14mm

Sony PCCK21 Synchronization Cable

 Synchronization cable for the SIR series data recorders. Allows multiple units to be synchronized together.

Sony PCIF-200A Computer Interface

  The Sony PCIF-200A is a high speed interface that converts your Sony PCxxx series data recorders into an extremely high speed data acquisition system. The storage is only limited by the size of the available hard drive. This allows the benefit of direct transfer of with the accuracy of the Sony front end. This is a kit including software, connecting boards and cables.

Sony PCRM21AX Remote Control

Features

• Display: Bar graph(up to 8ch)
• Tape position data
• Alarm display
• Control: REC, STOP, FWD, FF, REW, PAUSE, search, ID increment, counter reset Interface
• RS-232C Cable length: 3 m (9' 10")
• Dimensions: 210(W)x25(H)x70(D) mm [8.3"x1.01"x 2.8")excluding projections
• Weight: Approx. 0.5kg (1.1 lbs)

Rent me for $400 a month

   The Sony SCX-32I is an expansion unit for SIR-1000I. Up to 128 channels (7 expansion units) can be connected a single SIR-1000i. Bandwidth is to 20 kHz. Designed to add the capability to power ICP sensors.The SCX-32I has built-in ICP power supply, which enables direct connection with ICP sensors. This function saves space at a recording site, making the SCX-32I a perfect fit in field recording applications. Input mode is switchable between sensor and direct voltage, latter of which is SIR-1000's standard. Type of input mode is recorded on tape along with other auxiliary information such as input range and time code and is displayed on play back.

Features

• Selectable input mode SENSOR or DIRECT

• Extended input range

• For SENSOR input : ±0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10Vpk/7 steps

• For DIRECT input : ±0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20Vpk/8 steps

• Compatible with SIR-1000. Data recorded on the SIR-1000 can be played back on the SIR-1000i and vice versa.

• Indicators : Colored LEDs for SENSOR input modes and warning indication.

   The Channel Expansion Units feature excellent portability  and a design that allows integration with the SIR-1000 Series by using a combined frame. In addition, the expansion unit can be mounted below the SIR-1000 Series in an EIA standard 19" rack by using the SRT-10/20 dedicated rack mount adapters option A multi-channel configuration can be achieved inside vehicles and other restricted spaces by using the SHL-64/-128 dedicated stacking frames. This makes it possible to configure 32 to 128 channel configurations with the smallest space and overall weight of any data recorder in this class.

Sony SIR-1000 16 Channel Data Recorder

Rent me for $1000 a month

   The Sony SIR-1000 is a high speed digital data recorders that utilise AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) technology. It is a 16-channel, high-speed digital data recorder suitable for data recording in the field or laboratory. Frequency Response is from DC to 20 kHz for 16 or 32 channels (see SCX-32 for 16-channel expansion). 2 to 32 hour recording and playback with variable tape speeds. Over 80 dB dynamic range; 16-bit linear quantization. Equipped with BNC single-ended analog input connectors. Data can be stored, downloaded to a PC or replayed in real-time. High quality data recordings from the best in the industry.

Features

• AIT Media - 25GB and 2-32 hours recording duration per tape
• Input ranges from ±0.1V to ±20V.  (ICP® facility SIR-1000i)
• Bandwidths up to 20kHz on a maximum of 32 channels using a Channel Expansion Unit
• 16-128 Channels (20kHz - 5kHz)
• 90-250VAC, 9-32VDC and Battery Powered
• >80dB Dynamic Range
• Lightweight and Portable

Rent me for $1200 a month

   The SIR-1000i has built-in ICP power supply, which enables direct connection with ICP sensors. This function saves space at a recording site, making the SIR-1000i a perfect fit in field recording applications. Input mode is switchable between sensor and direct voltage, latter of which is SIR-1000's standard. Type of input mode is recorded on tape along with other auxiliary information such as input range and time code and is displayed on play back.

   The SIR-1000I in basic configuration features a 20kHz bandwidth for all 16 channels. In addition, 32 channels of DC to 20kHz analog data can be simultaneously recorded on a single data cartridge by combining the recorder with an optional SCX-32/SCX-32i Channel Expansion Unit. The number of channels can be further increased by adding channel expansion units. 128 channels of 5kHz analog data can be recorded with a system consisting of the SIR-1000/SIR-1000i and seven SCX-32/SCX-32i.  

Teac RD-101T 4 Channel PCM Data Recorder

Rent me for $300 a month

with options

• TZ-313FA Anti aliasing Filter
• Uses Standard DAT Tapes

Features

High-quality data (accuracy)

• The quadruple oversampling digital filter is used as the output stage in the multiplex PCM recording method. The signal-to-noise ratio is 70 dB. The frequency characteristic flatness is +0.5 dB, -1 dB. The phase difference between channels is 5° (fmax).

Multi-channels and wide band

• The RD-101T uses a 2-channel/4-channel switching system. The band for 2-channel recording is 20 kHz and the band for 4-channel recording is 10 kHz.

Small and compact

• The data recorder is approximately 306 mm wide x 100 mm high x 307 mm deep, and weighs approximately seven kilograms. The data recorder is therefore very portable.

Long recording time

• When a 120 tape (approximately 60 m) is used, data can be recorded continuously for two hours.

Three power supplies

• Operates on either AC input of 90-130 (180-250) volts, DC input of 11-30 volts, which are provided normally, and an optional rechargeable battery unit. The battery unit can be incorporated by mounting it on the data recorder. Since the battery charge function is built into the data recorder and protection for battery over-discharging is provided, the RD-101T can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Easy operation (condition setting is unnecessary)

• The input range is fixed to eliminate the need for complicated range setting. The purpose of this function is to approach the absolute value recording by making the input and output voltages equal:

Memo sound channel

• In addition to the data channels, a channel used only for voice recording and reproduction is provided. Since the microphone built into the data recorder is provided normally for recording, environmental sounds can always be recorded during measurement.

Time code recording channel

• In addition to the data channels, a channel used only for recording and reproduction of time codes is built in. The year, month, day, hours, minutes, and seconds of the built-in clock with perpetual calendar are automatically recorded. Since the time code is always automatically recorded, it can be used to confirm the recording time of measurement data on the display.

Data number (ID number) recording channel

• In addition to the data channels, a channel used only for recording and reproduction of ID numbers is built in. The ID number of the recorded data is automatically recorded. The ID number is incremented by one each time recording starts or the EVENT button is pressed.

High-speed search

• The recorded ID number can be searched for at high speed during reproduction. The search is performed both in the forward and reverse directions. When the target ID number is found, the target data is reproduced from the beginning.
  Pressing the PAUSE button during search causes the tape to pause at the beginning of the data when the search ends.