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Product short description:
  • 12-bit DAC
  • 16 channels voltage outputs
  • Wide temperature range
  • PCIe bus interface

The AP225 outputs analog voltage signals to drive up to 16 devices. When used with a carrier that holds two AcroPack AP modules, up to 32 voltage outputs can be obtained from a single card cage slot. The AP225 is ideal for waveform generation application that require high speed capabilities.

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AP225: 12-bit D/A Converter with Waveform Generation Capabilities Description

The AP225 12-bit D/A Converter outputs analog voltage signals to drive up to 16 devices. When used with a carrier that holds two AcroPack AP modules, up to 32 voltage outputs can be obtained from a single card cage slot.

The AP225 is ideal for waveform generation application that require high speed capabilities.

Each output channel has its own 12-bit D/A converter (DAC). Individual DACs are faster, and they eliminate glitches typically caused by the re-acquisition process of sample and holds found on multiplexed output boards.

A 64K sample memory is provided for waveform storage on board. This memory is shared between the sixteen channels. Waveforms can be continuously output from onboard memory without host intervention.

Additionally, a DMA controller is provided for streaming waveform data from host memory.

The AP225 supports 6 independent software selectable output ranges plus capabilities to monitor the status of each output.

Designed for COTS applications these analog output modules deliver high-density, high-reliability, and high-performance at a low cost.

AcroPack modules are RoHS compliant and ideal for military, defense, automation, aerospace, scientific, and development labs industries.

The AcroPack® product line updates our popular Industry Pack I/O modules with a PCIe interface format. This COTS tech-refresh offers a compact size, low-cost I/O, the same functionality and memory map of the existing Industry Pack modules in a rugged form factor.

Combine different AcroPack modules on one carrier for a simplified modular approach to system assembly.

The AP225: D/A converter waveform modules are 70mm long, 19.05mm longer than the full-length mini-PCIe card. The board’s width is the same as mPCIe board and uses the same mPCIe standard board hold down standoffs and screw keep out areas.

A down facing 100 pin Samtec connector will mate with the carrier card. Fifty of these signals are available as field I/O signals.

Learn more about the AcroPack Series and view all the models >

AP225: 12-bit DAC with Waveform Generation Capabilities Benefits & Features

  • PCI Express Generation 1 interface
  • Independent 12-bit D/A converters per channel
  • Waveforms can be continuously output from onboard memory without host intervention
  • DMA controller provides for streaming waveform data from host memory
  • Mix countless I/O combinations in a single slot
  • Per channel configurability of bipolar and unipolar output ranges
  • Sample software and diagnostics
  • Configurable FIFO sizes up to 64K samples offer flexible waveform lengths
  • Built-in calibration coefficients
  • Flexible trigger, operating modes, and memory allocation
  • Independent selectable output ranges
  • Outputs reset to 0 volts
  • Internally stored calibration coefficients
  • ensure accuracy.
  • Synchronization of multiple modules using an external trigger
  • Solid-down connector I/O interface

Learn more about the AcroPack Series and view all the models >

APSW-API-LNX (Log in to download the file)
APSW-API: I/O Functions Routines Information Page (Log in to download the file)
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    AP-CC-01: Conduction-Cool Kit

    • Required for conduction-cooled applications using an AcroPack
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    APSW-API: I/O Function Routines for VxWorks, Windows, Linux

    • Programming interface with function routines for AcroPack modules/carriers.
    • Customizable for other operating systems.
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    Termination Products

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Additional information

Weight 0.8 oz
Dimensions 3.25 × 1.25 × 1 in
Part Number

AP225-16E-LF: Waveform generation capabilities, 16 analog voltage outputs.

Product Series

AcroPack Series

  • Description

    AP225: 12-bit D/A Converter with Waveform Generation Capabilities Description

    The AP225 12-bit D/A Converter outputs analog voltage signals to drive up to 16 devices. When used with a carrier that holds two AcroPack AP modules, up to 32 voltage outputs can be obtained from a single card cage slot.

    The AP225 is ideal for waveform generation application that require high speed capabilities.

    Each output channel has its own 12-bit D/A converter (DAC). Individual DACs are faster, and they eliminate glitches typically caused by the re-acquisition process of sample and holds found on multiplexed output boards.

    A 64K sample memory is provided for waveform storage on board. This memory is shared between the sixteen channels. Waveforms can be continuously output from onboard memory without host intervention.

    Additionally, a DMA controller is provided for streaming waveform data from host memory.

    The AP225 supports 6 independent software selectable output ranges plus capabilities to monitor the status of each output.

    Designed for COTS applications these analog output modules deliver high-density, high-reliability, and high-performance at a low cost.

    AcroPack modules are RoHS compliant and ideal for military, defense, automation, aerospace, scientific, and development labs industries.

    The AcroPack® product line updates our popular Industry Pack I/O modules with a PCIe interface format. This COTS tech-refresh offers a compact size, low-cost I/O, the same functionality and memory map of the existing Industry Pack modules in a rugged form factor.

    Combine different AcroPack modules on one carrier for a simplified modular approach to system assembly.

    The AP225: D/A converter waveform modules are 70mm long, 19.05mm longer than the full-length mini-PCIe card. The board’s width is the same as mPCIe board and uses the same mPCIe standard board hold down standoffs and screw keep out areas.

    A down facing 100 pin Samtec connector will mate with the carrier card. Fifty of these signals are available as field I/O signals.

    Learn more about the AcroPack Series and view all the models >

    AP225: 12-bit DAC with Waveform Generation Capabilities Benefits & Features

    • PCI Express Generation 1 interface
    • Independent 12-bit D/A converters per channel
    • Waveforms can be continuously output from onboard memory without host intervention
    • DMA controller provides for streaming waveform data from host memory
    • Mix countless I/O combinations in a single slot
    • Per channel configurability of bipolar and unipolar output ranges
    • Sample software and diagnostics
    • Configurable FIFO sizes up to 64K samples offer flexible waveform lengths
    • Built-in calibration coefficients
    • Flexible trigger, operating modes, and memory allocation
    • Independent selectable output ranges
    • Outputs reset to 0 volts
    • Internally stored calibration coefficients
    • ensure accuracy.
    • Synchronization of multiple modules using an external trigger
    • Solid-down connector I/O interface

    Learn more about the AcroPack Series and view all the models >

  • Specs & Data Sheets

  • Software

    APSW-API-LNX (Log in to download the file)
    APSW-API: I/O Functions Routines Information Page (Log in to download the file)
  • Accessories

    • Compare

      AP-CC-01: Conduction-Cool Kit

      • Required for conduction-cooled applications using an AcroPack
      Select options
    • Compare

      APSW-API: I/O Function Routines for VxWorks, Windows, Linux

      • Programming interface with function routines for AcroPack modules/carriers.
      • Customizable for other operating systems.
      Select options
    • Compare

      Termination Products

      Select options
  • Additional information

    Additional information

    Weight 0.8 oz
    Dimensions 3.25 × 1.25 × 1 in
    Part Number

    AP225-16E-LF: Waveform generation capabilities, 16 analog voltage outputs.

    Product Series

    AcroPack Series