Description

The Woodward SST-DN3-PCI-1-E is a high-performance, single-channel DeviceNet interface card engineered for industrial PC-based control systems. By acting as an intelligent communication processor, this card offloads network management tasks from the host CPU, significantly reducing system latency and enhancing overall network reliability. It is designed to provide a robust bridge between industrial workstations and DeviceNet field devices, ensuring stable data exchange in demanding manufacturing and automotive environments.

Features

• Single-channel DeviceNet connectivity.
• Universal PCI architecture supporting both 3.3 V and 5 V signaling for broad motherboard compatibility.
• Offloads network protocol processing from the host CPU to improve system performance.
• Supports standard DeviceNet data rates of 125, 250, and 500 kbps.
• Compatible with standard software interfaces including OPC, DLL, and LIB.
• Utilizes a CAN-based physical layer for high signal integrity.

Applications

This interface card is typically utilized in industrial automation applications requiring reliable DeviceNet communication, including automotive assembly lines, robotic control systems, and high-speed manufacturing process monitoring.

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

• Ensure the host system is powered down before inserting or removing the PCI card.
• Handle the card by the edges to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to sensitive components.
• Ensure the card is firmly seated in the PCI slot and secured with the mounting screw to prevent mechanical vibration issues.
• Verify that the PCI bus voltage (3.3 V or 5 V) matches the motherboard configuration.
• Route DeviceNet network cabling away from high-voltage power lines and sources of electromagnetic interference (EMI) to maintain signal integrity.

FAQ

What software interfaces are supported by the SST-DN3-PCI-1-E?

The card supports standard industrial software interfaces, including OPC, DLL, and LIB, allowing for flexible integration into custom control applications.

Does this card require specific PCI voltage?

The card features a universal PCI design that supports both 3.3 V and 5 V signaling, making it compatible with most standard industrial workstation motherboards.