mPCIe-ICM232 Series

Product Overview

Two and Four port isolated RS232 PCI Express Mini Card

Features Include:

  • PCI Express Mini Card (mPCIe) type F1, with latching I/O connectors
  • 500V isolation port-to-port and 1500V isolation port-to-computer on ALL signals
  • High performance 16C950 class UARTs with 128-byte FIFO for each transmit and receive buffer
  • Supports data communication rates to 921.6kbps
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The mPCIe-ICM232 family of cards feature high performance 16C950-class UARTs. Available in 4-port (mPCIe-ICM232-4) and 2-port (mPCIe-ICM232-2) versions, each port is capable of communication speeds up to 921.6kbps and has 128-byte deep transmit and receive FIFOs which protect against data loss in multitasking operating systems, reduce CPU utilization, and improve data throughput. The advanced integrated circuit with pre-scalar supports a wide variety of custom baud rates, and any rates not otherwise achievable can be supported via a custom factory-installed crystal oscillator.

The RS232 ports provided by the card are 100% compatible with every other industry-standard serial COM device, supporting TX, RX, RTS, and CTS. In addition, they provide Tru-Iso™ port-to-port and port-to-PC isolation.

Communication is possible either with custom application software, with off-the-shelf applications (such as HyperTerminal), or with provided samples and utilities, including WinRISC™ (“Windows Really Incredibly Simple Communication).

The serial ports on the device are accessed using a low-profile, latching, 5-pin Hirose connector. Optional breakout cables are available, and bring each port connection to a panel-mountable DB9-M with an industry compatible RS232 pin-out.

The mPCIe-ICM232 Series is especially useful in applications where high common-mode external voltages are present. Isolation is required to guard electronics from transient voltage spikes and offers greater common-mode noise rejection in surroundings containing industrial machinery and inductive loads. These applications include factory automation, energy management, industrial ON/OFF control, security systems, manufacturing test, and process monitoring. Careful attention has been paid to isolation design, including extensive keep-out zones and hand-routed circuit paths, as well as component and material selection.

Key Features:

  • PCI Express Mini Card (mPCIe) type F1, with latching I/O connectors
  • 500V isolation port-to-port and 1500V isolation port-to-computer on ALL signals
  • High performance 16C950 class UARTs with 128-byte FIFO for each transmit and receive buffer
  • Supports data communication rates to 921.6kbps
  • Virtually any custom baud rate may be configured by the user via register settings, no custom oscillator needed
  • ±15kV ESD protection on all signal pins
  • Supports 9-bit data mode
  • Supports CTS and RTS
  • RoHS and Industrial Temp (-40°C to +85°C) both standard

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mPCIe-ICM232 Series Data Sheet

Part Numbers

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mPCIe-ICM232-2

2-port isolated RS-232 PCI Express Mini Card with industrial operating temperature

mPCIe-ICM232-4

4-port isolated RS-232 PCI Express Mini Card with industrial operating temperature

Cables / Adapters

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CAB-mPCIe-COM2

mPCIe Two port DB9 male cable accessory kit

CAB-mPCIe-COM4

mPCIe Four port DB9 male cable accessory kit

Accessories

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mPCIe-HDW-KIT2

mPCIe 2mm mounting hardware kit

mPCIe-HDW-KIT2.5

mPCIe 2.5mm mounting hardware kit

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