Prologix USB to Gpib Controller Product Description:
Specialized automated industrial and commercial equipment still use the GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) to communicate and to be controlled by a host computer. Use your modern USB connection to control your GPIB machines with this cost effective adapter.
Since GPIB operates at 8 mbps, USB is a viable way to control GPIB devices because it maxes out at 480 mbps.
- Drivers for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS-8/9/X, Linux
- Support for multiple devices
- Driver provides virtual serial port to send and receive data
- Powered by USB; no power supply needed
- No GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrument