Measurement Computing StrainBook/616 - Manual (Page 15)

Operation Reference 2
A Note Regarding WBK Option Cards and Modules …… 2-1
Basic Operation …… 2-2
Triggers …… 2-7
Synchronizing Multiple StrainBooks …… 2-8
Programmable Features …… 2-10
Operational Tips …… 2-10
A Note Regarding WBK Option Cards and Modules
Reference Note: The following WBK options can be used with StrainBook systems.
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WBK16/LC is discussed in chapter 6 of this user’s manual.
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Refer to the WBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 489-0902) for detailed information
regarding other WBK options. A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.
WBK Description Hardware Type
WBK10A 8-Channel Expansion Chassis Expansion Module
WBK11A * 8-Channel SSH Card Signal Conditioning Card
WBK12A * 8-Channel Programmable Low-Pass Filter Card Signal Conditioning Card
WBK13A * 8-Channel Programmable Low-Pass Filter Card with SSH** Signal Conditioning Card
WBK15 8-Channel Isolated (5B) Signal Conditioning Module Expansion Module
WBK16 8-Channel Strain Gage Module Expansion Module
WBK16/SSH 8-Channel Strain Gage Module with SSH Expansion Module
WBK16/LC 1-Channel Load Cell, Shunt Cal Internal Option (see ch. 6) Shunt Relay, plug-in
WBK17 8-Channel Counter-Input Module with Quadrature Encoder Support Expansion Module
WBK18 8-Channel Dynamic Signal Conditioning Module with Transducer
Electronic Data Sheet support (T.E.D.S.)
Expansion Module
WBK30 Memory Expansion Cards; 16 MB, 64 MB, or 128 MB
(WBK30/16, WBK30/64, WBK30/128)
Memory Expansion Cards
WBK40 14-Channel Thermocouple Input Module Expansion Module
WBK41 Multi-Function I/O Module (14-Channel T/C, 40-Channel Digital I/O,
4 Counter Inputs, 2 Timer Outputs, Optional 4 Analog Output
Channels)
Expansion Module
*
WBK11A, WBK12A, and WBK13A cannot be used directly with StrainBook. Each requires mounting within a
WBK10A if it is to be used in a StrainBook system.
** SSH is Simultaneous Sample and Hold
StrainBook Fan
The internal components of StrainBook/616 are air-cooled. Cooling to ambient occurs as long
as the surrounding environment is cooler than the unit. When the unit becomes too warm for
ambient cooling, a temperature sensor signals the fan to run.
Fan speed varies according to the unit’s internal temperature. In cooler temperatures the fan
operates at lower speeds, thus reducing audible noise.
To allow for sufficient cooling, it is important to keep the fan and vents free of obstruction.
StrainBook/616 967794 Operation Reference 2-1