Impulse launches new Intel Atom D525 Fanless PC

Impulse is pleased to announce the launch of the TANK-101B Fanless Embedded PC from IEI Technology. The TANK-101B features the Intel Atom D525 processor and utilises the Intel ICH8M system chipset. The unit also includes 1GB built-in DDR3 memory with optional expansion up to 2GB. The design of the TANK-101B allows the processor to be passively cooled and handle temperatures from -20C to +70C.

The TANK-101B I/O includes 4 x USB2.0, 3 x RS-232, 1 x isolated RS-232/422/485 and 2 x isolated CAN-bus. Storage includes 1 x 2.5” SATA hard drive bay and a CompactFlash socket. Networking consists of 2 x Gigabit Ethernet and optional 802.11 b/g/n WiFi.

The TANK-101B system includes IEI’s unique One Key Recovery software solution. The software eliminates the frustration of system recovery after an unexpected system failure. One Key Recovery easily creates a full system backup on demand and allows recovery by restoring to a previously made backup with a single click.

For more information on the TANK-101B Fanless Embedded Controller, please do not hesitate to contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800, or alternatively email sales@impulse-corp.co.uk.

Low cost HMI solutions at Impulse

Impulse is now offering an extensive range of low cost, low powered HMI products. Our latest HMI units offer you a cost effective solution for your industrial automation needs. We now have low cost HMI solutions starting at 5.6” up to 10.4” with a display resolution from 640 x 480 up to 1024 x 600.

Our latest Intel Atom HMI use the latest Intel Atom Z500 series processor. The low powered processors utilise the same instruction sets and architecture found in mainstream processors but with the added benefit of having a small footprint. The Z500 series feature such features as SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3 and Intel SpeedStep.

Impulse can pre-configure your HMI Panel PC to your exact specification including memory, storage and OS requirements. We can also assist in the supply chain management offering flexible call off scheduling of products direct from our stock.

As a Microsoft Windows Embedded Silver Partner, we offer development support for all Microsoft Embedded OS Solutions. Our qualified Microsoft Certified Technology Specialists can support you in the design and implementation of your own custom Windows Embedded OS images.

For more information on our low powered HMI solutions, you can contact our Technical Account team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or email sales@impulse-corp.co.uk

Sealevel 8004e and 8012 available at Impulse

Impulse is pleased to announce the availability of the 8004e and 8012 digital I/O interface PCI Express cards from Sealevel Systems. The two digital I/O interface cards offer isolated input that protects the pc and other sensitive equipment from voltage spikes and ground loop currents that are commonly found in an industrial environment.  The outputs provide high quality, long life, low current (10 Watt maximum) and dry contact switch closures. Reed relays are well suited for low current applications. The relays are normally open, and will close when energized.

8004e features

• 16 optically isolated inputs
• 16 Reed relay outputs (SPST)
• Highly reliable 10VA DIP Reed relays
• 3 – 13 VDC input range
• 300V isolation
• Socketed dip resistor allows user configurable input range up to + 24V

8012 features

• 8 optically isolated inputs
• 8 Reed relay outputs (SPST)
• Highly reliable 10VA DIP Reed relays
• 3 – 13 VDC input range
• Socketed dip resistor allows user configurable input range up to + 24V
• MD1 low profile and Universal Bus (3.3V and 5V) compatible

Both boards are designed to be used with a variety of Operating Systems including Windows, Linux and DOS. The SeaI/O API Application Programming Interface included on the CD shipped with the digital I/O boards provides a variety of useful high-level function calls implemented as a Windows dynamic link library (.DLL) and as a Linux static library (.a). In addition to the API, SeaI/O includes a device driver, sample code and utilities to simplify software development.

Impulse is the exclusive UK distributor for Sealevel products. For more information on the 8004e, 2012 or any of the Sealevel digital I/O boards then contact our Technical Account team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or email sales@impulse-corp.co.uk.