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Photo of the standard version of the card with DB-25 female connector on equipment side.
The PMDX-103 is a general purpose signal isolator for the parallel port of an IBM-PC style computer
+Can be used to isolate motor drivers from Rutex, Xylotex, HobbyCNC, and others that have non-isolated logic level inputs.
+Supports all signals present on a standard printer port. (8 data outputs, 5 status input, 4 status output) (Note: Data port cannot operate in bi-directional mode)
+Isolates signals to protect the PC's printer port from ground loops and electrical noise
+All signals will operate at up to 250KHz with signal delays of 1 microsecond or less
+Provides isolation of 10 megaohms or more and up to 2000 volts between equipment and PC.
+Accepts standard Centronics style printer cable for connection from PC.
+Optionally accepts a DB-25 female to 26 pin ribbon transition cable to allow remote mounting of the DB-25 for connection to the PC.
+Standard version provides DB-25 female connector on the equipment side of the isolator
+Optionally available with 26 pin ribbon header on the equipment side of the isolator
+Status inputs are filtered to suppress noise pulses shorter than 100 nanoseconds duration
+Status signals from equipment side are equipped with pull-ups to allow direct connection of switches to be read by the computer.
+The board is powered from the equipment side and accepts regulated 5 volts DC, unregulated 7 to 24 volts DC, or 9 to 12 volts AC
+LED indicator indicates presence of power and proper operation of power isolation inverter
Download the full manual in PDF format here (212 KB).
The PMDX-103 is priced at $96.00
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