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A compact embedded industrial PC from Amplicon

Amplicon has augmented its Impact-E series with the PCIe fanless embedded industrial PC powered by the Intel Atom D525 dual-core processor.

04/08/2013 16:10:38

Pre-fitted with a choice of high-density serial communication cards, the new Impact-E PCIe system offers a choice of 4 or 8 COM ports, both of which are software configurable to RS232/422/485. This allows for greater flexibility and ease of use, meaning the unit no longer needs to be taken apart for dip switches to be set, removing any potential misconfiguration and reducing installation time.

The Impact-E PCIe can also be pre-fitted with Amplicon DAQ cards; PCIe-236, or PCIe-296. These cards offer up to 96 flexible digital I/O channels with a 0 to +50Vdc I/O range, eliminating the additional cost of expensive signal conditioning equipment.

The compact Impact-E PCIe offers space for two 2.5in hard drives or solid-state drives as well as an optional Compact Flash card. Encased in a fanless aluminium chassis, the Impact-E PCIe dissipates heat effectively, ensuring trouble-free operation in the most demanding of industrial environments.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.