Älykkäät mittausmodulit testipenkkeihin ja tien päälle
imc CANSASflex-sarja sisältää laajan valikoiman CAN-mittausmoduuleja, josta löytyy jokaiselle koneissa ja ajoneuvoissa käytettävälle anturityypille sopiva. Modulit voidaan hajauttaa pitkin laitosta tai ympäri konettaa tai ne voidaan helposti yhdistää keskitetyksi jätjestelmäksi. Riittää että moduulit kiinnitetään toisiinsa sisäänrakennetun liitosmekanismin avulla. Moduulit yhdistyvät mekaanisesti ja sähköisesti, jolloin niiden välillä ei tarvita kaapeleita. Ruuvimeisseliä ei tarvita.
Jos moduulit tullaan keskittämään, niille on myös saatavissa kehikko 19" räkkiasennusta varten. Asennuskehikko yhdistää jokaiselle moduulille väylän ja syöttövirran.
Tiedonkeruulaitteeksi yhdellä naksauksella

Mittausmoduuleille täydellinen tiedonkeruulaite on imc BUSDAQflex, jonka voi kiinnittää moduuleihin naksumekanismilla. Moduulinipusta tulee siis yhdellä naksauksella tiedonkeruujärjestelmä, joka tallentaa mittaustiedon synkronisesti ja tarjoaa liitynnät monille kenttäväylille kuten CAN, LIN, FlexRay ja XCPoE. Lisäksi imc BUSDAQflex tukee monia protokollia: J1939, KWP2000, CCP, XCP tai OBD-2.
Voltage & Temperature | Bridge | Universal | ||||||||
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C8 | CI8 | HISO8-L | HISO8-T | HISO-HV4 | SC16 | SCI8 | SCI16 | DCB8 | UNI8 | |
Channels | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Sampling rate per channel | ||||||||||
Max. sampling rate | 100 Hz | 1000 Hz | ≤1 kHz | ≤1 kHz | ≤1 kHz | 500 Hz | 1000 Hz | 500 Hz | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Max. signal bandwidth | 20 Hz | 440 Hz | 440 Hz | 440 Hz | 440 Hz | 28 Hz | 42 Hz | 28 Hz | 200 Hz | 200 Hz |
Voltage | ||||||||||
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Highly isolated (up to800 V) | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||||||
Voltage up to 10V | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |
Voltage up to 50 / 60 V | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
Voltage up to 100 V | ![]() | ![]() | ||||||||
Voltage up to 800 V (1000 V trans.) | ![]() | |||||||||
Current | ||||||||||
20 mA via internal shunt | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ||
Temperature | ||||||||||
Thermocouple | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
PT100 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
Bridge (strain gauge) | ||||||||||
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Half bridge | ![]() | ![]() | ||||||||
Quarter bridge | ![]() | ![]() | ||||||||
Miscellaneous | ||||||||||
TEDS | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
Sensor supply | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
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DSUB | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
LEMO | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |
ITT-Veam | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||||||
Thermo | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
INC4 | DI16 | DO16 | DO8R | DO16R | PWM8 | DAC8 | |
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Channels | 4 | 16 | 16 | 8 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Sampling rate per channel | |||||||
Max. sampling rate | 1000 Hz | 10 kHz | 10 kHz | 10 kHz | 10 kHz | 10 kHz | 5 kHz |
Max. signal bandwidth | 500 kHz | 5 kHz | |||||
Digital inputs and outputs | |||||||
Input bits | 16 | ||||||
Output bits | 16 | 8 | 16 | ||||
Relay outputs | ![]() | ![]() | |||||
PWM outputs | 8 | ||||||
Incremental encoder | |||||||
Inputs | 4 | ||||||
Counter frequency | 32 MHz | ||||||
Analog outputs | |||||||
Voltage / current | 10 V / 20 mA | ||||||
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DSUB | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
LEMO | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
BNC | ![]() | ||||||
Terminalblock | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |||
ITT-Veam | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
imc CANSAS-SENT
Providing a gateway from SENT to CAN
From the start, the automotive industry has always employed up to date measurement technology, thus, forcing the substitution from traditional analog sensors to more cost-effective digital data transmission in vehicles. With the introduction of the SENT protocol, safety is also increased when transmitting data from the sensor to the ECU.
Rugged, economical, easy-to-use
imc CANSAS-SENT is a versatile, flexible and cost-effective gateway that offers direct and easy access to SENT sensor data in various applications. Unique in the market, the imc CANSAS-SENT gateway converts data from SENT to CAN, thus, allowing for direct access of recorded CAN data from any data acquisition, testing or automation system. The advantage: SENT sensors are seamlessly integrated into measurement systems using a variety of signals, including analog signals, busses and other vehicles of digital I/O.
Manufacturers of SENT sensors can especially benefit from the new imc CANSAS-SENT module. The module is a simple tool that supports the testing processes of sensors, as well as the development and testing phases of ECUs/control devices. As a member of the imc CANSAS family, the module is optimally designed to work with data acquisition systems such as the imc BUSDAQ, imc CRONOSflex or the imc C-SERIES.
SENT protocol
Information on the SENT protocol
SENT stands for Single Edge Nibble Transmission. SENT is a relatively new digital interface for intelligent, active sensors with internal digitization and allows for a cost-effective and flexible replacement of conventional analog sensors. The aim of the SENT protocol was to increase durability/quality and to reduce the complexity when transferring data from the sensor to the control unit (ECU). Currently, SENT protocol is mainly used in the automotive industry, however, other applications are quite conceivable.
- The SENT protocol (J 2716) is an open standard, released in 2008 by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
- Compact, inexpensive and a simple protocol with three wires - supply voltage = 5V, signal voltage L <0.5 V, H> 4.1 V and ground. The wires are unshielded and untwisted.
- Directional, one-way connection between sensor and receiver
- A data volume of 4 bits per pulse (a "nibble") is transmitted via transport protocol. The pulses are evaluated only on the basis of the falling edges, hence the name "Single Edge". The information content (data value of nibbles) is encoded on the pulse length.
The data rate via SENT protocol depends on two factors:
1. "Tick length": this can vary from 3μs-90μs. The tick length represents a previously valued baseline of time.
2. "Pause pulse frame": this defines the distance between the frames. - A data packet is comprised of 24 bits (6 nibbles) for measurement data, and 8-bits (2 nibbles) for error detection, status and communication. The primary measurement data are transmitted via FAST channels. Information such as sensor manufacturer, type of sensor, calibration and configuration is transmitted via SLOW channels.
- SLOW channels are transmitted less frequently than FAST channels.
Passive monitoring
One particularly special feature of the imc CANSAS-SENT is “passive monitoring”. Wired parallel to the existing setup between a SENT sensor and a control device (e.g., ECU), the imc CANSAS-SENT module not only provides the gateway (conversion) to a CAN signal output, but it also won’t interfere with the existing communications of the test object. That is, it allows a reactionless (passive) monitoring of the signal. The transmission can quietly be listened to without disturbing or interfering with it.
imc CANSAS-SENT at a glance:
- Gateway from SENT to CAN
- Supports all sensors with SENT output
- 8 isolated SENT inputs; channel to channel and channel to GND isolation
- Supports fast and slow channels
- Each imc CANSAS-SENT input channel can handle up to four high-speed sensor channels
- imc CANSAS is part of a universal measurement-module family with CAN output
- imc CANSAS software allows convenient setting options
imc CANSASflex-C8
8 channel differential amplifier for acquiring voltage, current and temperature
The imc CANSAS-C8 is a high-quality analog input module with 8 differential channels that are individually filtered, amplified, and digitized. This enables highly accurate temperature measurements with thermocouples and PT100, as well as voltage and current measurements with a maximum channel sampling rate of 100 Hz at a resolution of 16 bits. The exceptional channel design enables non-reactive measuring
imc CANSASflex-CI8
Isolated 8-channel differential amplifier for measuring current, voltage and temperature
The CAN-Bus Measurement Module imc CANSAS-CI8 is a isolated analog input module with 8 isolated channels ideal for the measurement of:
- Voltage
- Current (20 mA sensors)
- Thermocouples
- PT100 (optional PT1000) temperature sensors
- Resistance
For the supply of external sensors or for bridge measurement purposes, a sensor supply module with adjustable voltages is built into the system.
Highlights:
- isolated channels enable measurement:
- in environments where the ground reference voltage conditions are not well defined
- signals riding on a high common mode level
- 440 Hz bandwidth with max. 1 kSps/channel sampling rate
- Measurement ranges and sampling rates can be set per channel in steps of 1, 2, 5
- 16 bit resolution (with internal 24 bit processing)
- Supports imc Plug & Measure TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheets, IEEE 1451.4) Support of TEDS for storing and exporting sensor information. Parameterization of a measurement channel at the click of a mouse.
imc CANSASflex-HISO8-T
High voltage isolated CAN modules for the measurement of thermocouples
The measurement module imc CANSASflex-HISO8-T allows safe and precise measurement with 8 thermocouples (type K) which are mounted on high-voltage components with common mode voltage levels of up to 800 V. It is particularly suited for applications in the field of E-Mobility.
Highlights
- Individually isolated measurement of temperatures (type K thermocouples) at a high common mode voltage level
- Isolation: 800 V, 300 V CAT II (according to safety standard EN 61010)
- Connector types: High-voltage-proof special connectors (LEMO):
- 2x TE common plug (LEMO.2P 8-pin) or
- 8x TE single plug (LEMO.2P 2-pin)
- Channel individual internal cold junction compensation
Typical applications
- Temperature measurement on high-voltage components of hybrid and electric vehicles, such as batteries, fuel cells and supply systems.
- Environments where personnel safety has to be ensured
imc CANSASflex-HISO8-L
High voltage isolated CAN modules for the measurement of PT100/1000 and low voltages
The CAN-Bus measurement module imc CANSASflex-HISO8-L allows safe and precise measurement of PT100/1000, respectively low voltages, as well as differential voltages up to 100V on high-voltage components with common mode voltage levels of up to 800 V. It is particularly suited for applications in the field of E-Mobility.
Highlights
- 8 chanels for measuring PT100/1000 or low voltages up to 100V
- Isolation: 800 V, 300 V CAT II (according to safety standard EN 61010)
- Connector types: High-voltage-proof special connectors (LEMO):
- 4x PTx/voltage common plug (LEMO.2P 8-pin)
- 8x PTx/voltage single plug (LEMO.1P 5-pin)
Typical applications
- Temperature measurement on high-voltage components of hybrid and electric vehicles, such as batteries, fuel cells and supply systems.
- Environments where personnel safety has to be ensured
imc CANSASflex-HISO-HV4
High voltage isolated CAN module for the measurement of differential voltages up to 800 V
The CAN-Bus measurement module imc CANSASflex-HISO-HV4 allows a differential voltage measurement up to 800 V on four channels.
Highlights:
- Channel-wise isolated, galvanically-separated inputs
- High-voltage isolation: channel/channel, channel/housing, channel/CAN and power supply
- Isolation: 800 V, 300 V CAT II (according to safety standard IEC 61010)
Typical Applications:
- Voltage measurement and tests on high-voltage components of hybrid and electric vehicles.
- HV-batteries, on-board high-voltage electrical systems, DC bus, charging converters, accessory subsystems
- Evaluation of charge flows, energy balances and efficiencies
- Environments where personnel safety has to be ensured
- For supplementary current measurement the modules of the HISO8-L/-4L series can be used (with
measurement shunt at HV level) or precision current transformers in conjunction with non-isolated
standard voltage modules
imc CANSASflex-SC16

16 channel CAN measurement module for voltage, current (20 mA) and temperature
The imc CANSASflex-SC16 measurement module is a 16 channel CAN bus measurement amplifier that
comprises analog conditioning of physical sensor signals, digitization and output via CAN bus. The multiplexed differential inputs allow (depending on the variant) acquisition of:
- Voltage (100 mV to 10 V)
- Current (20 mA sensors)
- Temperature (thermocouple, RTD/PT100)
Module versions with DSUB-15 connectors support all measurement modes. Versions with alternative
connectors, such as thermocouple inputs, support only these selected modes. The module is available in both short and long housing.
imc CANSASflex-SCI8 / SCI16
8- or 16-channel module for isolated measurement of voltage, current and temperature
The SCI16 and SCI8 measurement modules are analog input modules with 8 and 16 multiplexed isolated inputs, respectively. Voltage signals of up to 60 V, current signals of up to 20 mA, Pt100 sensors and any commercially available thermocouples can be connected directly. Advanced signal processing techniques provide fully simultaneous sampling without any channel dependent time delays, despite it's multiplexed architecture. Refined filtering and noise suppression methods allow highly sensitive voltage and thermocouple measurements, even in demanding environments. The noise suppression provided is most effective at low sampling rates and decreases as the sampling rate is raised.
Highlights:
- Measurement ranges and sampling rates can be set per channel in steps of 1, 2, 5
- 16 bit resolution (with internal 24 bit processing)
- Supports imc Plug & Measure TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheets, IEEE 1451.4) Support of TEDS for storing and exporting sensor information. Parameterization of a measurement channel at the click of a mouse.
imc CANSASflex-DCB8
Bridge amplifier module with 8 channels for voltage, measurement bridges and strain gauge
This imc CANSAS-DCB8 module provides 8 dynamic bridge channels which can each be filtered, amplified and digitized separately. For the supply of external sensors or for bridge measurement purposes, a sensor supply module with adjustable voltages is built into the system.
Highlights:
- Measurement ranges and sampling rates can be set per channel in steps of 1, 2, 5
- 16 bit resolution (with internal 24 bit processing)
- Built-in sensor supply
- Supports imc Plug & Measure TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheets, IEEE 1451.4) Support of TEDS for storing and exporting sensor information. Parameterization of a measurement channel at the click of a mouse.
imc CANSASflex-UNI8
Universal module with 8 channels for voltage, current, thermocouples, PT100, measurement bridges, strain gauge and resistance measurement
The imc CANSAS-UNI8 module provides 8 versatile all-purpose channels which are individually filtered, amplified and digitized. In this way, imc CANSAS-UNI8 covers a wide range of physical measurement applications, from temperatures to current and voltage, all the way to acquisition of measurement bridge and strain gauge signals.
Highlights:
- Measurement ranges and sampling rates can be set per channel in steps of 1, 2, 5
- 16 bit resolution (with internal 24 bit processing)
- Built-in sensor supply
- Supports imc Plug & Measure TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheets, IEEE 1451.4) Support of TEDS for storing and exporting sensor information. Parameterization of a measurement channel at the click of a mouse.
imc CANSASflex-INC4
Module for acquisition of frequency, rotation, position and angle counter signals
The CANSAS-INC4 offers 4 differential channels which can each be used for event counting, time measurement or a combination of event counting and time measurement. These operating modes enable capture of incremental counter sensors such as those used for measuring frequencies, RPM-values and velocities. The switching threshold and hysteresis are software configurable for the purpose of detecting events or impulses for incremental measurements.
imc CANSASflex-DI16
16 channel digital input module
The imc CANSAS-DI16 provides the possibility to capture up to 16 digital inputs at a maximum sampling rate of 10 kHz. The data capture can take the form of either single-bit or as a binary word over all the inputs; the module’s input voltage can be set by software to either 5 V or 24 V.
imc CANSASflex-DO16
Module with 16 digital outputs
The imc CANSAS-DO16 family of modules provides 16 digital outputs. The outputs are configurable in two 8-bit groups, either as Open-Drain or Totem-Pole.
imc CANSASflex-DO8R / DO16R
8 or 16-channel module, respectively, with digital outputs as relays
The imc CANSAS-DO8R or CANSAS-DO16R module provides 8 or 16 relays, respectively, each with an opener and a closer contact. The switching state after starting is defined permanently (“ON“).
imc CANSASflex-PWM8
Module for outputting Pulse-Width-Modulated signals
The output module CANSAS-PWM8 generates pulse-width-modulated signals, either from values sent by the CAN-Bus, or from internally computed values.
imc CANSASflex-DAC8
8-channel analog output module for voltage and current signals
This imc CANSAS-DAC8 module outputs the user's choice of current or voltage signals on 8 analog outputs. The desired output signals can either be extracted directly from a CAN message or derived from received CAN-messages or specified functions (e.g. squarewave, sawtooth, etc.) by means of the module's computational capacities.