- 16 analog and digital IO channels
- HTTPS, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, FTP
- SSL/TLS secured
- Data logging function
- Compatible with LucidControl software
- DIN-Rail enclosure
- Multi-Protocol
LucidControl USB IO Modules
- Data acquisition and control
- Cost effective and flexible
- Platform independent
- Windows® and Linux
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi
- Clippable on DIN-Rail
- Industrial & home automation
USB Digital Input Output Module
LucidControl Product Series
- 4 insulated digital input channels
- Counters, filters, edge detectors
- Pulse width modulation and timers
- 4 solid-state-relay output channels
USB Digital Input Module
LucidControl Product Series
- 4 / 8 digital input channels
- For 5V, 10V and 24V signals
- Opto insulated contacts
- Counters and edge detectors
USB Digital Output Module
LucidControl Product Series
- Opto insulated option
- 4 / 8 digital output channels
- Relay module option
- Pulse width modulation and timers
- Switching and power control
USB Analog Input Module
LucidControl Product Series
- Measurement range options
- 4 / 8 analog input channels
- e.g. 0-10 V or 0-20mA
- 14 bit resolution
- Acquisition of sensor signals
USB Analog Output Module
LucidControl Product Series
- 4 analog output channels
- Output range options
- e.g. 0 - 10 V or 4 - 20 mA
- 12 bit resolution
- 4 - 20 mA current interfaces
USB RTD Input Module
LucidControl Product Series
- 4 / 8 Pt1000 / Pt100 RTD channels
- Temperature range: +/- 180 °C, 360 °C
- 0.1 °C resolution
- Heat control applications
- Logging of temperatures
USB Digital Output Module Details
The LucidControl USB Digital Output Module belongs to the Digital Input Output device group of the LucidControl USB IO Module product series. Digital input modules are available and can be used in order to acquire e.g. 24V signals.
The USB Digital Output module can control 4 or 8 digital lines by solid state relays, mechanical SPDT relays or open collector transistor outputs.
LucidControl consist of a range of USB IO modules for digital and analog data acquisition and control that are useful in monitoring and control projects.
The units are USB power supplied and work standalone without the need for extra adapters which makes LucidControl a very inexpensive equipment also for automation products.
A standard connection to the USB interface is enough in order to run the modules.
LucidControl devices can be easily integrated in switch cabinets which are quite typical in automation business simply because of the versatile DIN-rail mountable housing.
In order to create reliable and high quality solutions, it is also helpful that the USB Digital Output Module is equipped with high quality and industrial standard plug-able IO connectors.
For the do it hobby sector the affordable USB Digital Output module can integrated into building distribution boxes making it simple realizing a tidy and straight forward design e.g. for controlling lights.
Because of an comprehensive user manual, professional programming utilities and APIs for several relevant development languages like C#, Java or Python, and also their simple usage make the USB Digital Output Module is the best automation solution for beginners as well as for specialists.
Students might make their first programming experiences with LucidControl and profit by a big learning curve.
Without needing further driver software, the USB Digital Output Modules works immediately with most relevant computers and work with MS Windows® and also Linux operating systems.
Extremely useful are the units also since they are compatible not only with ordinary PCs but also with the lately became popular small computers like the Beagle Bone Black.Using Linux OS these mini-sized computers are definitely best prepared to realize Internet programs making all I/O services available via the world wide web.
USB Digital Output Module – Technical Description
The LucidControl USB Digital Output Module is prepared to handle 4 or 8 logical output channels.
The digital output module is able to switch electrical loads like pumps, valves or to produce various digital output lines. In order to give a maximum of flexibility, the output channels are carried out in 3 different ways.
Available options of the digital output module are solid state relays (SSR), mechanical relay switches as well as open collector output channels which can be picked dependent on the practical needs.
For insulated switching of power consumers while avoiding the drawback of wearing out of mechanical relay contacts, employing Solid State Relays provide the very best over all capabilities. These outputs are very best suited to control electrical power consumers such as heaters.On the other hand, when it comes to measurement channels such as currents which must be switched, mechanical SPDT relays suit best by allowing to manage these signals preventing distortion.
Finally, the digital output module is available with open collector outputs are capable of generating high speed signal transitions as they are utilized for clocked channels that can be found in applications like controlling lights.Services such as time switches controlling the power of electrical consumers like valves can be developed easily due to the timing capabilities that are included in the USB Digital Output Module and allows the generation of pulsed signals.
Our company objective is it to equip the digital output module with plenty of interfaces to make them prepared for all projects.
The USB Digital Output Module is the control solution for digital lines. The USB Digital Output Module allows the generation of high/low signals as well as to control power consumers.USB Digital Output Module options
The optical and potential insulated outputs are realized by using solid state relays (SSR). The USB Digital Output Module with SSR provides the best overall capabilities and high protection level for controlling power loads like pumps, fans or heating elements by statically switching or by periodically pulsing. Each digital output is rated with 30 V and 0.75 A and can switch loads up to 22.5 Watt.
Using the USB Digital Output Module with mechanical SPDT (C-Type) relay switches allows the user to switch power loads as well as to switch or toggle signals e.g. for measurements without distortion. Mechanical relays provide a very high protection level.
Please find here more information about the characteristics of the different USB IO Module outputs.
USB Digital Output Module Operation Modes
For most flexibility each of the 4/8 channels of the USB Digital Output Module can be configured on one of the following modes:
Reflect Mode
Generate a digital output signal by setting the channels state directly.
Duty-Cylce Mode
Generates a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) by configuring cycle time and duty cycle. This mode can be used in order to control the power of loads by pulsing them periodically.
On-Off Mode
Generates a time sequenced output signal. Using this mode the USB Digital Output Module can be used to realize e.g. time switches.
High speed output processing
The USB Digital Output Module provides functions which allow to access the outputs without direct interaction of the host computer. This allows a precise timing which would not be realizable if the host computer was involved.
Optical indication of digital output states
The state of each digital output is reflected by a LED
No Power Supply needed
All LucidControl are power supplied by USB and do not need additional power supply.
Easy installation of Hard and Software
LucidControl modules are easy to install and start working immediately after set up. The IO Modules are compatible with Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi and Beagle Bone LucidControl provides drivers for all major operating systems. Command line tools and APIs for Windows and Linux are available. The API is ready for .NET, Java and Python.