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Somat eDAQ and Somat eDAQXR Data Acquisition Systems: Rugged and Optimized for Mobile Testing

Whether you’re a new customer looking for the ultimate in rugged data acquisition, or an existing eDAQ customer looking to upgrade your current system, the eDAQXR is the right solution for your harsh environment testing. It is the perfect tool when testing any number of applications, including agriculture, construction, mining, automotive, recreational vehicles, military and much more.

The eDAQ is a layered system consisting of a base processor that can support up to 8 signal conditioning layers. The layer options are defined below and the signals can include CAN, bridge, temperature, pulse, voltage and more.

The eDAQXR is the next generation processor for the eDAQ, and supports the same signal conditioning layers below. Ultimately we will also support new layers that are in development. With the eDAQXR you also have the ability to use the expansion modules, creating a powerful centralized data acquisition system that can also have distributed modules. Additionally we have added new features: robust file format, smart power management, and electronics with a conformal coating.

Extremely Rugged

• IP65/IP67
• 10g vibration, 75g shock
• 8-36 V operation
• Internal power backup
• Robust file format protecting against data corruption

Flexible

• Configurable – Layers (centralized) modules (distributed)
• Many channel types: CAN, strain gauge, temperature, pulse, voltage, camera, GPS, etc.
• Browser based software (eDAQXR)
• Sensor database (eDAQXR)
• Import/Export from Excel (eDAQXR)

Reliable

• 30 years of proven experience
• Thousands of systems in the field that are 10+ years old, and still running strong
• Used by the largest names in construction, agriculture, mining, recreational vehicles

Typical Applications

Agriculture and Construction Machinery

• Complete vehicle, or component structural testing
• Easily distributed for large vehicles
• Shock tested to withstand the harshest of environments
• Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA) data collection

Automotive and Recreational Vehicles

• Compact to easily fit in vehicles
• High channel count
• Product durability testing
• Mobile acquisition of load mechanical components on bad road surfaces (RLDA testing)

Railroad Testing

• Distributed measurements on passenger and freight trains – simultaneous sampling
• Mobile data acquisition in rail transport such as test and acceptance runs
• Shock tested to survive rail environments
• GPS sync for data collected on rail, and on cars

Processor Options

Somat eDAQXR EXRCPU

The EXRCPU is the processor for the stand-alone mobile data acquisition system, and is considered the workhorse for the eDAQXR platform. Data from various inputs are stored onboard and can be downloaded after the test is completed. Tests may include minutes or even days of data while running long term vehicle tests. The system can either be disconnected from the PC while the test is running, remain connected via an Ethernet cable, or via WiFi to monitor channels in real-time. The powerful onboard processor can perform real-time calculations and provide powerful real-time displays of channels like strip charts, digital, FFT, XY, and much more. The system can even send text messages or emails if a fault condition is encountered.

The eDAQXR can be configured as a centralized system combining legacy eDAQ layers as well as future eDAQXR layers, and can also support a distributed architecture when incorporating HBM SomatXR modules. The setup software resides on the processor, so setup can be easily done using a web browser such as Chrome.

• 32GB, 64GB, and 256GB memory options
• 8-36 volt power range
• -40-80 degree C operating temp
• Dedicated Linux operating system for reliable performance
• 3 CAN ports supporting unlimited message
• GPS port – 5Hz or 200Hz option
• 2 digital inputs, 3 digital outputs
• 2 expansion ports for networking many systems, or connecting remote SomatXR modules
• Supports up to 8 legacy layers, and/or 6 new eDAQXR signal conditioning layers
• Channel count can easily exceed 100 analog inputs, and networking multiple 100 channel systems is plug and play

Somat eDAQ Base Processor (ECPU-PLUS)

The ECPU-PLUS is the processor for the eDAQ stand-alone mobile data acquisition system. Onboard memory stores the data until test is completed which is downloadable to a PC for analysis. Tests may include minutes of data, or even days of data while running long term vehicle tests. The system can either be disconnected from the PC while the test is running, remain connected via an Ethernet cable, or via WiFi to monitor tests in real-time.

The eDAQ system utilizes the proven TCE Windows software, which comes free of charge.

• 32GB, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB memory options
• Dedicated Linux operating system for reliable performance
• 10 – 60 volt operating power range
• -20-65 degree C operating temp
• 10 digital input/output and 8 pulse counters
• Supports up to 8 signal conditioning layers
• Channel count can easily exceed 100 inputs, and easily network multiple 100 channel systems

With –COM option include:

• 3 CAN ports
• GPS port – 5Hz or 200Hz option

Layer Options

EHLS Simultaneous High Level Layer

• 16 channel simultaneously sampled inputs – Individual 6 pin connectors
• Sample rates from .1Hz to 25kHz set per channel. (100kHz possible)<
• Analog input up to +/- 74.9V
• With use of smart modules:
• Strain gauge input ¼, ½, full bridge 350 ohm, or 120 ohm
• Universal thermocouple module. Software select: K, J, T, E
• IEPE conditioning module
• Analog and digital filtering per channel
• Optional analog out

EBRG Bridge Layer

• 16 channel simultaneously sampled inputs – Individual 6 pin connectors
• Sample rates from .1Hz to 25kHz set per channel. (100kHz possible)
• Strain gauge input ¼, ½, full bridge 350 ohm, or 120 ohm
• Analog and digital filtering per channel
• Supports both amplified and unamplified transducers, including strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure transducers, load cells, and other general analog signals
• Optional analog out
• Works with both amplified and unamplified transducers, including strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure transducers, load cells, and other general analog signals
• Strain gauge conditioning with support for 1/4-, 1/2-, and full-bridges
• Optional analog out

EDIO Digital Input-Output Layer

• Digital Input/Output layer that can measure digital inputs/outputs, pulse counters, quadrature encoders, vehicle bus and 5Hz GPS
• Offers 24 channels that can be used as digital inputs/outputs with 12 additional channels for wide-range inputs
• Integrated in the digital channels are 18 configurable pulse counters

** Vehicle bus, and GPS not supported with EXRCPU**

EITB Isolated Thermocouple Layer

• 8 channel Isolated Thermocouple Layer (EITB)
• Mini spade connectors
• Thermocouple options: J, K, T and E
• 1 deg C. accuracy
• 500V isolation

ENTB eDAQ Non-Isolated Thermocouple Layer

• 32 channel Non-isolated thermocouple layer
• 16 channels (x2) share a common cold junction for .05 deg. C relative temperature measurements – excellent for measuring thermal gradients
• Cold Junction Thermocouple Boxes (ECJTB) are required for the thermocouple termination
• Supports K, J, T, E with the same external cold junction box (or ‘with a matching external junction box’)

ECOM Vehicle Network Communications Layer

• Vehicle Network Communications Layer (ECOM) offers 3 CAN ports, 1 Vehicle Bus Module (VBM) interface and a GPS communications port.
• Versatile layer provides a direct correlation between vehicle bus channels with physical data (analog, thermocouple and frequency) as well as GPS
• Easily add channels from predefined and custom CAN databases
• 254 vehicle bus channels can be recorded per CAN port
• Supports 5Hz, and 200Hz GPS

* not supported with EXRCPU

Expansion Modules

SomatXR MX1615B-R: Ultra-rugged specialized DAQ module for measurements with strain gauges and SG-based sensors

• Ideal for experimental stress analysis, structural and load testing
• For use with strain gauges and SG-based sensors (half and full bridge)
• 16 channels with automatic sensor identification

SomatXR MX840B-R for all sensor types and measurands: Ultra-rugged universal DAQ module

• Ideal with frequently changing measurement tasks
• Identifies all measured quantities and sensor types
• Highly future proof
• 8 universal channels with automatic sensor identification

SomatXR MX1601B-R: Ultra-rugged DAQ module for measurements with active sensors

• Supports all electrical and active sensors
• For sensors with current and voltage output incl. IEPE (e.g. acceleration sensors)
• 16 channels with automatic sensor identification

SomatXR MX1609KB-R/TB-R: Ultra-rugged DAQ modules for temperature measurement (with type K or type T thermocouples)

• The specialists for temperature measurement
• Individual devices for type K and type T thermocouples
• 16 channels with automatic sensor identification (RFID)

SomatXR MX411B-R: Ultra-rugged DAQ module for highly dynamic measurements

• Amplifier for highly dynamic measurements
• Supports virtually all common sensor technologies
• 4 channels with automatic sensor identification

SomatXR MX460B-R: Rugged Impulse and Frequency Measurement Module

• Precise rotational speed and torque measurement in mobile vehicle tests
• Sample rates of up to 100 kS/channel
• Signal bandwidth of up to 40 kHz

SomatXR MX471B-R: Ultra-rugged DAQ module for CANbus acquisition

• CAN interfaces for acquiring vehicle data
• Inputs for CANbus, including support of CCP or xCP-on-CAN
• 4 channels that can be configured with a dbc file

All modules can be individually combined with each other.

Accessories

EGPS-200 Precision GPS Receiver

EGPS-200 Precision GPS Receiver is engineered for non-contact speed measurements in professional vehicle testing applications such as brake testing and acceleration, as well as general vehicle dynamics.

Product No.: EGPS-200

E-AC/15 Power Supply

The Somat E-AC/15 Power Supply (1-E-AC/15-2) is designed to provide 15 volts DC from a standard 120-volt AC input to a SoMat eDAQ or eDAQlite system.

Somat eDISPLAY

The Somat eDISPLAY is a rugged, weather tight LCD display that provides an operator real-time testing feedback.

Not CE compliant.

Product No.: 1-E-DISPLAY-2

Somat SAC-EDIO Digital I/O Cable

The Somat SAC-EDIO Digital I/O Cable is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with tinned pigtail wires for transducer wiring.

Product No.: 1-SAC-EDIO-2

Somat eDAQ Communications Cable

The Somat eDAQ Communications Cable, Ethernet Hub is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with an RJ-45 connector for an Ethernet HUB connection.

Product No.: 1-SAC-ESR9/XO-2

Somat eDAQ Communications Cable

The Somat eDAQ Communications Cable, Ethernet Hub (Serial) is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with an RJ-45 connector for the Ethernet HUB connection and a 9-pin D-Sub for the serial.

Product No.: 1-SAC-ESR9/HUB-2

Somat eDAQ Communications Cable

The Somat eDAQ Communications Cable, Ethernet Hub X/O is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with an RJ-45 connector for an Ethernet X/O connection.

Product No.: 1-E-ETHERNET-X/O-2

Somat eDAQ Communications Cable

The Somat eDAQ Communications Cable, Ethernet X/O (Serial) is a high-quality, pre-molded set with an RJ-45 connector for the Eternet X/O connection and a 9-pin D-Sub for the serial.

Product No.: 1-SAC-ESR9/XO-2

Somat eDAQ Networking Cable

The Somat eDAQ Networking Cable (1-SAC-ESYNCADAPT-2) is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with an RJ-45 connector for an Ethernet Hub connection; and (2) networking sync cables.

Somat eDAQ Networking Sync Cable

The Somat eDAQ Networking Sync Cable (SAC-ESYNC) is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with (2) Lemo OB Male Connectors.

Somat eDAQ Systems Power Cable

The Somat SAC-EPWR15 eDAQ Systems Power Cable (SAC-EPWR15) is a high-quality, pre-molded cord set with tinned pigtail wires.