Q.pac - The Graphically Programmable Automation Controller

With the Q.pac test controller and test.con programming tool, a complete, embedded data acquisition and control can be accomplished with ease. Local systems capture measuring signals distributed over the object to be measured. Synchronized capture of all measured values is essential, particularly for highly dynamic measuring assignments with measuring rates in the kHz range. The evaluation of multiple axis acceleration rates is just one example. With the Q.pac test controller, all measuring modules and slide-in units are queried by the test controller to minimize jitter to <5 µs within a system.

Q.pac Test Controller Features

When applications require that data be sent to another location (e.g. send data to a server when a certain threshold value is exceeded), the Q.pac test controller can be configured to handle this task. With their inherent functionality as an FTP server, the Q.pac is able to send data to a server (when connected via an appropriate modem) or send an e-mail with the data file attached. FTP server or client mode is selectable.

The USB interface on the Q.pac test controller makes it possible to extend the internal memory via connection to an external flash drive or hard disk. This allows for virtually infinite possibilities. An 8 GB USB memory stick can log 2 billion real variables, the equivalent of 40 channels logged at 500 samples per second for an entire day. The data can be read by third party software such as GreenEye, Excel, and MATLAB.

Seamless Migration

To date, there are more than 100,000 e.bloxx modules in use. It was necessary and important to ensure a seamless migration path to allow current and future e.bloxx users to expand their systems with the functionality of Q.bloxx, if desired. All e.series and Q.series test controllers allow connection of both e.series and Q.series modules.