C-Box – characteristics and description
C-Box is deployed in industrial applications in the field of SPC quality assurance and CAQ (computer-aided quality control), primarily in situations where time critical, multi-channel measurement is required.
Power to run the device and the associated Mitutoyo LGS key is provided as standard by means of a 230-volt integrated mains network element. The LGS key can be reset (Clear) at any time, either by command or by pressing the key.
All measuring devices operating in multi-channel measurement mode are time-triggered; high processing speeds provided by state-of-the-art multi-processor technology ensure accurate measurement results.
An external foot switch can be connected to the C-Box for the comfortable transmission of measured data to the relevant software. Box activity is displayed by an array of status LEDs, permitting operational control of the device.
C-Box equipment and connection options
C-Box is provided with up to 24 simultaneous Mitutoyo Digimatic [?] ports.
All C-Boxes support the BOBE EAI488 command set. C-Boxes are available with a slightly modified Mitutoyo command and data format, allowing them to be operated with quality assurance data software exclusively configured for MUX 50-type Mitutoyo interfaces.
The range of connection options and prices is given in our table:
| Type | Mitutoyo Digimatic | RS232 PC-COM | Power supply LGS-Key | Foot switch connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Box 1 | 8x | x | x | x |
| C-Box 1 MUX | 8x | x | x | x |
| C-Box 2 | 16x | x | x | x |
| C-Box 2 MUX | 16x | x | x | x |
| C-Box 3 | 24x | x | x | x |
| C-Box 3 MUX | 24x | x | x | x |
| Type | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| C-Box 1 | 8x Digimatic | € 1.056,00 |
| C-Box 1 MUX | as C-Box 1 with extended MUX 50 command set | € 1.056,00 |
| C-Box 2 | 16x Digimatic | € 1.350,00 |
| C-Box 2 MUX | as C-Box 2 with extended MUX 50 command set | € 1.350,00 |
| C-Box 3 | 24x Digimatic | € 1.672,00 |
| C-Box 3 MUX | as C-Box 3 with extended MUX 50 command set | € 1.672,00 |
Subject to alteration, possible error and potential further development. All prices (valid from 01.04.2011 to 31.03.2012) are in euro, excluding VAT and delivery costs.