Controller Area Network (CAN) connects multiple TDS2020F and TDS9092 computers for distributed real-time control applications

This CAN adapter (pin version) goes under the computer to form a CAN node:

l performs in a CAN with a data rate from 10k bit/s to 1M bit/s giving recommended distances of 40 to 1000 metres over two twisted pairs, one for the data, the other to carry power and ground. Up to 110 nodes may be connected

l is based on the Intel 82527 CAN controller IC and Philips 82C250 CAN bus drivers

Examples of CAN uses:
request temperature or other sensor readings from remote equipment • control relays and lamps in a distant machine • display messages far away from the source • change parameters of machines from an office environment • synchronise instruments • collect management information from the shop floor • gather data from data loggers • intelligently connect a microphone to a set of remote loudspeakers.

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