The TCPS118 is a 3U CompactPCI Serial module (PICMG CPCI-S.0 R2.0 compatible) that offers 8 isolated multifunction counter channels. Whether building precision motion control systems, industrial automation platforms, or demanding measurement applications, the TCPS118 provides the flexibility and signal integrity that is needed.
Each of the eight fully isolated channels can be configured as an SSI master, a quadrature counter for incremental encoders, or a general-purpose 32-bit counter, making the TCPS118 one of the most versatile encoder interface cards available for CompactPCI Serial systems. Input compatibility covers both TTL/RS422 (TCPS118-10R) and 24 V industrial signals (TCPS118-20R), with an integrated digital filter on every channel for reliable operation in electrically noisy environments.
Beyond the counter and encoder functionality, each channel also includes a dedicated isolated 24 V digital input and a 24 V highside digital output, giving you direct control and monitoring of field-level devices without needing additional I/O modules. All 68 I/O signals are accessible through a single MDR-68 connector, keeping your wiring clean and manageable.
Software Support (TCPS118-SW-xx) for different operating systems is available.
| Mechanical Interface |
CompactPCI Serial 3U Front Board conforming to PICMG CPCI-S.0 R2.0 |
| Electrical Interface |
PCI Express (Base Specification 2.0) x1 compliant interface |
| Number of Channels |
8x Isolated Encoder / Counter Channels, with 1 input/output and 2 input
lines:
-10R: RS-485 or TTL single-ended
-20R: 24 V
8x 24 V Digital Inputs
8x 24 V Digital Outputs |
| RS-485 Termination |
Jumper-selectable 120 Ω |
| RS-485 / TTL Protection |
±16 kV – Human Body Model
Bus voltage: Up to ±25 V DC |
| 24 V Digital Input Voltage |
24 V DC typical |
| 24 V Digital Input Current |
2.5 mA @ 24 V input voltage |
| 24 V Digital Input Switching Level |
10.5 V typical, 8.5 V minimum, 11.5 V maximum
(conforms to IEC 61131-2 Type 3) |
| 24 V Digital Input Protection |
±2 kV – Human Body Model |
| 24 V Digital Output Current |
Up to 600 mA per Output |
| 24 V Digital Output Protection |
±3 kV – Human Body Model
Current limit and over temperature protection |
| I/O Connectors |
Front I/O:
Mini D Ribbon (MDR) Receptacle Connector, 68 pos.
Micro-Fit 3.0 Dual-Row Header, 4 pos (External 24 V Supply) |
| Power Requirements 1) |
200 mA typical @ +12 V DC (idle, or all channels are inputs)
280 mA typical @ +12 V DC (all channels SSI with 4 MHz clock, TTL)
400 mA typical @ +12 V DC (all channels SSI with 4 MHz clock, RS-485) |
| Temperature Range |
Operating: -40 °C to +85 °C
Storage: -40 °C to +85 °C |
| MTBF 1) |
-10R: 133 000 h
-20R: 420 000 h |
| Humidity |
5% – 95% non-condensing |
| Weight |
154 g |
1) depends on variant, for further details see User Manual
