National Instruments IC-3120

The National Instruments IC-3120 is a robust and compact industrial controller designed for demanding automation and control applications. Equipped with a powerful 1.91 GHz Quad-Core Intel Atom processor, the IC-3120 delivers reliable performance while offering two GigE ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities to ensure seamless network connectivity. This controller features a reconfigurable Spartan-6 LX25 FPGA, providing extensive processing resources with 30,064 flip-flops, 15,032 six-input LUTs, 38 DSP48A1 slices, and 52 RAM blocks (totaling 936 Kbits). The unit is equipped with 4 GB of DDR3L RAM, operating at 1333 MT/s, and includes 2 GB of non-volatile storage for essential data management.

The IC-3120 emphasizes flexibility and connectivity, incorporating a standard RJ45 Ethernet port alongside two PoE-capable network ports, each supplying 15.4 Watts of power to connected devices. It also features eight isolated inputs (current sinking) and eight isolated outputs (current sourcing) for versatile I/O operations. For visual output, the controller includes a VGA port, accessible via standard VGA cabling. Additionally, it has a single serial port that can be configured for either RS-232 or RS-485/422 modes through a user-friendly BIOS setup utility, using an RJ50 10-position modular jack suitable for connecting a variety of serial devices, including scanners and PLCs.

With dimensions of 4.3 inches by 2.4 inches by 5.1 inches and a weight of 2.01 pounds, the IC-3120 is built to fit easily into diverse environments while ensuring robust operation. Backed by a 2 to 3-year warranty, this industrial controller is supported by comprehensive user and maintenance manuals, available for download. For pricing and further information, please contact a National Instruments sales representative.