National Instruments PCI-7332

The National Instruments PCI-7332 (Part Number: 778924-02) is a highly efficient 2-Axis Stepper Motion Controller designed for a variety of motion applications. This device facilitates real-time system integration, allowing for direct communication with image acquisition and data acquisition devices, while also providing linear interpolation to coordinate movements between multiple axes. The PCI-7332 ensures smooth motion control at a maximum step output rate of 4 MHz, making it ideal for high-velocity stepper motor applications that require simple motion.

Additionally, the PCI-7332 is compatible with the National Instruments Motion Assistant, a graphical prototyping tool suitable for a broad spectrum of applications. The controller features a dedicated RTSI bus for seamless communication with other devices, reducing the need for additional wiring and conserving bandwidth on the host bus. The motion I/O connector includes all necessary signals such as trigger inputs, inhibit outputs, encoder feedback inputs, breakpoint outputs, and limit inputs, ensuring comprehensive control capabilities.

For general-purpose analog input or feedback, the module is equipped with four 12-bit A/D input channels and a separate 68-pin digital I/O connector for versatile digital I/O operations. Two PWM outputs are provided through the digital I/O connector, allowing for the generation of periodic waveforms with controlled periods and duty cycles. The dimensions of the device are 6.9 x 3.9 inches.

The PCI-7332 operates with the NI-Motion driver software, compatible with various application development environments including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Microsoft Visual C++, and Microsoft Visual Basic. While National Instruments has announced the end-of-life status for the PCI-7332, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves. Users interested in the PCI-7332 will require the MID-7602 Stepper Motor Drive and the appropriate cable connections for integration. For further details, a user manual and maintenance guide are available for download. For pricing inquiries, please contact a sales representative.