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Overview

Our PC-based Digital XY Plotter software and hardware suite transforms any PC or laptop into a fully functional XY Plotter, time-based chart recorder, and automated limit or mask tester. Moreover, this flexible, high-performance solution offers a modern and efficient alternative to traditional XY Plotters, enabling faster setup, greater precision, and enhanced data visualization.

Why not save yourself money and obtain more accurate and reliable measurements by replacing your old plotter with all of its ongoing consumable and support costs with a new reliable and feature packed alternative.

PC-based

No on-going consumable costs and X-Y plotting and automated test functions.

Easy to Use

Out of the Box operation. No programming needed. Works with most NI Data Acquisition Cards.

Automated Test

Testing against limits built in. Easy to create limit masks with pass/fail indication.

Plotting

Save plots, data and test information to file as PDF. Print plots on local or networked printers.

On Screen Calculations

Movable cursors to highlight calculation regions. Slew rate, Pk to Pk, mean & rise time calculations.

Key Features

  • Plot X vs Y, X vs 2Y & X vs 3Y inputs in real-time on your PCs monitor.
  • Adjust the input scaling including axis autoscaling feature.
  • Manual or automatic testing modes.
  • Setup custom scales and display real-world units on each axis.
  • Change the data acquisition sample rate to capture fast transient data.
  • Add information about the trace such as part number, serial number, operator, etc.
  • Plot multiple plots on the same graph.
  • Automatic logging of date and time.
  • Add your own comments about the test.
  • Print as a PDF, or save as JPG.

How it Works

The standard off-the-shelf XY Plotter product closely mimics a traditional XY plotter, featuring pen-up/pen-down controls and adjustable X and Y axis scaling. However, unlike conventional plotters, it eliminates the need for consumables since all data is automatically logged to file. Additionally, each session generates a PDF copy of the plot along with key details such as the operator name, work order number, and product serial number, thereby enhancing traceability and efficiency.

 

Specifications

Hardware

  • Compatible with NI range of data acquisition boards.
  • Wireless Operation via wireless cDAQ USB 9181 chassis enabling cable free remote connection to the PC or laptop.
  • Complete System which include: all data capture hardware, PC or laptop, System Rack, Printers, and Installed & Tested Software.

Software

  • Plot X vs Y, X vs. 2Y & X vs 3Y inputs in real-time.
  • 3rd Y channel can be used as an analog trigger to enable automated pen down/up functionality.
  • Adjust the input scaling including axis autoscaling feature.
  • Manual custom scales and display real-world units on each axis.
  • Change the data acquisition sample rate to capture fast transient data.
  • Add information about the trace such as part, serial, and operator number.
  • Plot multiple plots of the same graph.
  • Automatic logging of data and time.

Test Applications

  • Hysteresis Testing
  • Linearity Testing
  • Frequency Response
  • Repetition Testing
  • Mechanical Actuation Testing
  • Flow and Travel Testing
  • Flow and Pressure Testing

Application Areas

  • Hydraulic Valve and Actuator Test
  • Electronic Servo Test
  • Aerospace Applications
  • Medical Device Testing
  • RF Component Testing
  • Microwave Component Testing

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