3. Introduction and Overview

3.1. Introduction

Thank You for purchasing an Intrepid Control Systems RAD-IO2 low-cost measurement and control module. The RAD-IO2 series is a low-cost measurement and control system that connects via USB to a PC or select Intrepid hardware, or it can connect to any CAN tool with the CAN-HUB.

Product Family:

  • RAD-IO2-TC: 8 Isolated banks, each with 1 isolated channel of K-type thermocouple
  • RAD-IO2-AIN: 8 Isolated banks, 1 channel per bank selectable between a high or low voltage input
  • RAD-IO2-AOUT: 8 Isolated analog output banks, each with 3 analog outputs per bank
  • RAD-IO2-PWRRLY: 8 Isolated SPDT (single pole double throw) electro-mechanical relays
  • RAD-IO2-DIO: 12 digital/analog inputs and 8 digital outputs
  • RAD-IO2-CANHUB: CAN FD interface for up 3 to 4 RAD-IO2 modules depending on the use case

Three methods to obtain data from the RAD-IO2

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3.2. Package Contents

Your RAD-IO2 package includes both hardware and software.

Hardware

Upon opening the RAD-IO2 box, you should find a CD with the Javascript program for configuring the RAD-IO2 module. Please note that the latest version will be on the ICS GitHub site.

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The case will contain 4 items for TC and 5 items for all other modules:

1) The specified module, 2). USB Type-A to Type-C cable 3). attachment plates (to solidly attach two units together), 4). USB-C to USB-C jumper (if you need to connect more than one module together. 5). Phoenix connectors

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A Jumper is included in a small bag if you wish to connect two or more units together.

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3.3. Summary of Key Features

  • Sampling rate: Max 1000 sps (samples per second) aggregate across all daisy chained modules, max 100 sps per channel.
  • For example, 24 channels would yield 1000 / 24 = ~40 samples per second.
  • Required voltage: 5VDC, supplied by USB PC port or powered from the RAD-IO2-CANHUB (4.5VDC-40VDC)
  • Current Requirements:
    • Max current per module: RAD-IO2-RELAY: 500 mA (with all relays on), RAD-IO2-AOUT is 250mA plus a max of 5mA per channel used; all other modules are approximately 250mA.
    • RAD-IO2-CANHUB can supply up to 1.6 Amps via DB9 connector
    • PC USB current supply varies – USB 2 supplies ~500 mA; USB 3 supplies ~900 mA
  • 2.5 kV channel to channel and channel to USB isolation
  • Direct to neoVI USB feature: neoVI ION, neoVI PLASMA, neoVI FIRE 2
  • Includes: Diagnostic and calibration program, APIs and examples for Python, C, C++, and Java

Construction

  • Dimensions: 208.8mm x 80.0 mm x 31.9 mm (8.22” x 3.15” x 1.26”)
  • Weight: 500 g (1.1 lbs)
  • Rugged Die Cast Aluminum casing