IOLITE R8/R12 
ETHERCAT Data Acquisition and Real-Time Control System

Merging Data Acquisition and Real-Time Control

Until the IOLITE system, the worlds of data acquisition and control were completely disconnected. Controller and PLC systems are dedicated to reacting to events as fast as possible, and recording data is a secondary concern. On the other hand, the data acquisition systems are made to acquire data as fast as possible, and doing real-time control is secondary or simply unavailable in many of them.

Very often test benches require both precise signal conditioning and processing, and real-time control. In the past, DAQ and PLCs were often connected by using an analog connection - one cable for each signal.

This is where the IOLITE system shines with the dual independent EtherCAT buses. Only one EtherCAT line is required between the PLC and DAQ. This greatly reduces cabling and eliminates redundant analog-to-digital conversion of the same signals. The worlds of control and data acquisition are combined in one elegant system.

The Endless Possibilities

IOLITE - a perfect solution for your data acquisition and control applications. And this is just the start.

With its outputs, the IOLITE data acquisition and control system totally eliminates the need for the PLC hardware. Any PLC software can fully control the outputs of an IOLITE DAQ system.

Only your preferred EtherCAT based real-time controller software is needed, and the IOLITE system can drive the actuators.

There is no longer a need for two independent systems. One system can perform everything - Dewesoft IOLITE.

IOLITE I/O DAQ Modules

IOLITE R12 chassis can be configured with 12 amplifier modules and IOLITE R8 chassis with 8. The following high-quality amplifiers are available:

• 6xSTG: Universal analog and strain gauge amplifiers. Compatible with DSI adapters for IEPE, Thermocouple, RTD, LVDT, current measurements.
• 8xSTGS: 8-channel strain gauge module. Supports full, half, quarter bridge, and potentiometer configurations.
• 8xLV: Isolated 8-channel voltage module. General-purpose voltage input with high accuracy and high channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground isolation.
• 16xLV: 16-channel voltage input module with a terminal block connector and channel to ground isolation.
• 8xLA: 8-channel isolated current input module with BNC or terminal block connector and.
• 8xTH: Isolated universal thermocouple amplifier. Supports any thermocouple type sensors.
• 8xRTD: Isolated universal PTx temperature, resistance, and voltage input module.

• 16xAO: 16-channel analog output module for industrial applications with ±10 V voltage output channels.

• 32xDI: 32 channel digital input module.
• 32xDO: 32 channel digital output module with the watchdog functionality.
• 8xDI 4xDO: Digital input and output modiule.
• 4xCNT: 4 channel digital counter input with SuperCounter® technology.

IOLITEr-6xSTG
Universal Strain Gage Amplifier

The IOLITEr-6xSTG is a 6-channel strain gauge amplifier and universal analog input. The module offers support for all bridge-type sensors with a 20 kHz/s sampling rate per channel.

Main highlights:

• 24-bit 24-bit SAR ADC with an anti-aliasing filter.
• Simultaneous 20 kS/sec per channel (software-selectable).
• Analog voltage up to 50 V.
• Full-, half-, and quarter bridge strain gauge sensors.
• Potentiometer.
• Compatible with IEPE, Charge, Thermocouple, RTD, Current, and LVDT sensor using DSI adapters.
• Features a channel-independent programmable power supply to power sensors.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEr-8xSTGS
Universal Strain Gage Amplifier

IOLITE-8xSTGS is an 8-channel strain gauge module that supports full, half, and quarter bridge configurations as well as potentiometer mode. The module features long-term stability and low power consumption.

Main highlights:

• Predefined bridge ranges are 2 mV/V, 20 mV/V, 200 mV/V (free programmable between 2 mV/V and 1000 mV/V).
• User-selectable excitation voltage of 1 V, 2 V, or 5 V.
• New 24-bit oversampled sigma-delta analog-to-digital converter which features an option for low latency Sinc5 filter - perfect solution for control applications.
• Software selectable internal 100 kΩ shunt resistor which can be used in the positive or negative leg.
• Dewesoft X software enables shunting, shorting, sensor balancing, and lead wire compensation.
• TEDS is supported.
• Available with two different input connector types: Terminal block and D-SUB37.

​​​​​​​Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEir-8xLV
8-Channel Isolated Low Voltage Module

Isolated 8-channel low voltage module. IOLITEi-8xLV is the perfect choice for a general-purpose voltage input data acquisition due to high accuracy and high channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground galvanic isolation.

Main highlights:

• 24-bit oversampled SAR ADC.
• Simultaneous 20k, 10k, 5k, 2k, 1k, 500, 200, 100 S/s (software-selectable) sampling.
• Two input ranges: ±100 V and ±10 V. Optionally it is also available with the input ranges of ±10 V and ±1 V.
• Data is acquired simultaneously from all 8 channels with a sampling rate of up to 20 kS/sec.
• It includes an analog anti-aliasing filter with a 26 kHz cut-off frequency (3rd order, Butterworth).
• Available with BNC or terminal block input connectors.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEr-16xLV
16-channel Voltage Input Module

16-channel voltage module. IOLITE-16xLV is the perfect choice for a general-purpose voltage measurement module.

Main highlights:

• 16 simultaneously sampled channels
• Terminal block connector
• Input voltage ranges: ±200V/±10V (IOLITE-16xLV) or ±20V/±1V (IOLITE-16xLV-20V - on request)
• 24bit delta-sigma ADC
• Channel to ground isolation
• Common mode voltage: 200V
• Input impedance: 1 MOhm
• Noise floor: -100dB

​​​​​​​Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEir-8xLA
8-channel Current Input Module

8-channel current input module with the built-in shunt resistor. IOLITEir-8xLA is the perfect choice for current measurements.

Main highlights:

• 24-bit oversampled SAR ADC.
• 8 simultaneously sampled channels - 20k, 10k, 5k, 2k, 1k, 500, 200, 100 S/s (software-selectable).
• BNC or terminal block connector.
• Input current ranges: ±20 mA/±2 mA.
• Channel-to-channel galvanic isolation.
• Input impedance: 50 Ohm.
• Noise floor: -100dB.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEir-8xTH
Universal Thermocouple Module

Isolated universal thermocouple module. IOLITEir-8xTH can acquire data from any thermocouple type - Type K, J, T, R, S, N, E, C, U, B.

Main highlights:

• 24-bit delta-sigma ADC.
• 8 simultaneous sampled channels @ 100 S/sec.
• Voltage ranges: ±1 V nad ±100 mV.
• Mini Thermocouple connector.
• The module offers software sensor break detection as well as using hardware LED indicators.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEir-8xRTD
Universal Resistance Thermometer (PTx) Module

8 isolated universal PTx temperature, resistance, and voltage input channels for PT-types: PT100, PT200, PT500, PT1000, and PT2000.

Main highlights:

• 24-bit delta-sigma ADC.
• 8 simultaneous sampled channels @ 100 S/sec.
• Voltage ranges: ±1 V nad ±100 mV.
• Resistance 0…10 kΩ and 0…1 kΩ.
• 3-wire or 4-wire input connection.
• Lemo 0B 6pin or terminal block connector.
• It offers software sensor break detection as well as using hardware LED indicators.

​​​​​​​Complete technical specifications.

IOLITE-16xAO
Analog Output Module

IOLITE-16xAO is a 16-channel Analog Output module designed for industrial applications. It is a perfect tool for signal conditioning.

The module offers 16 analog voltage output channels in the range of ±10 V. Outputs are galvanically isolated from the main power supply ground.

Additionally, non-isolated supply voltage with a current limit of 2 A can be used from PWR OUT pins.

The input connector of IOLITE-16xAO is a terminal block OMNIMATE Signal SL Series. The IOLITE-16xAO module has 9-pin terminal block connectors with a 2.50 mm pitch for analog output. 8 pins on a 9-pin connector bank are used for digital inputs and pin 9 for common GND.

Additionally, there is a 2-pin terminal block connector with a 2.50 mm pitch for the PWR OUT function.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEr-32xDI
Digital Input Module

Digital input module with screw terminal and power supply is perfect for high channel count data acquisition and control applications. Highlights:

• 32 simultaneous sampled DI channels @ 40 kS/sec.
• Terminal block connector

IOLITEr-32xDO
Digital Output Module

Digital output module with screw terminal and power supply is great for control application with feedback monitoring. The module also includes a watchdog function. Highlights:

• Solid-state relay.
• Terminal block connector

IOLITEr-8xDI-4xDO
Digital Input/Output Module

IOLITEr-8xDI-4xDO is a perfect digital input/output combo module for industrial applications. The module offers 8 digital input and 4 digital output channels. Digital IN and OUT banks are isolated from each other and can be powered by separate external power supplies.

Additionally, non-isolated supply voltage with a current limit of 2 A can be used from PWR OUT pins.

The input connector of IOLITEr-8xDI-4xDO is a terminal block OMNIMATE Signal SL Series.

IOLITEr-8xDI-4xDO is your choice for more demanding industrial applications such as valve control, with a maximum sink current of 0.5 A and maximum switching voltage of 50 V.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITEr-4xCNT
Digital Counter DAQ Module

IOLITEr-4xCNT is a 4-channel counter module. Each channel is capable of 3x digital inputs, 1x event counter, encoder, period, pulse-width, duty-cycle, and precise frequency and angle measurement using patented SuperCounter® technology. 

Supported counter modes are counting, waveform timing, encoder, and gear-tooth sensor. IOLITEr-4xCNT also offers a sensor power supply (+5 V/100 mA, +12 V/50 mA).

The input connector is a Lemo 1B 7-pin.

Counter inputs are a perfect choice for applications like balancing, order tracking, and torsional vibrations.

Complete technical specifications.

IOLITE R8
Rugged Boxed Chassis

In addition to a 19-inch rack cabinet compatible chassis, the IOLITE DAQ system is also available in standalone closed aluminum chassis compatible with SIRIUS data acquisition instruments. IOLITE R8 offers IP40 environmental protection.

The IOLITE R8 chassis provides 8 slots for IOLITE input and output modules.

The IOLITE R8 chassis offers IP40 environmental protection and can operate at -10°C to 50 temperature. Some configuration variations allow operating from -40°C to 85°C. Please contact our local representative for the wide temperature option.

High-Channel-Count Applications

IOLITE data acquisition and control systems offer perfect and cost-efficient installation for high-channel-count applications. Systems can be daisy-chained together and can reach hundreds or even thousands of I/O channels. The channel count is only limited by the bandwidth limit. 

With Dewesoft NET configuration, systems can even be dislocated and distributed into several locations and act as one DAQ system controlled from the central control room.

With 19'' cabinet compatibility, IOLITE R12 systems can easily be installed in your existing cabinet infrastructure. 

Feedback Monitoring

What is really amazing is that the IOLITE DAQ system gives the operator the capability to acquire and monitor the data in daily operation as well as while tuning the control systems.

Apart from monitoring the input channels on the data acquisition bus, the system can also monitor the outputs from the controller. Let's say we regulate the switch-off valve by monitoring the pressure. Dewesoft can easily show the pressure signal as well as digital output signal coming from the controller, all fully synchronized.

This allows the operator to prove that the control system is operating correctly every time.