CAN Data Logger

CAN Data logger

Data logger for direct attachment to arbitrary CAN-networks for mobile recording of the CAN communication.

CAN MINI Datalogger is an extremely robust, compact data logger to record data traffic in CAN system. It can be used in automotive applications and features a memory capacity of up to 8 MByte. The data logger was especially designed for mobile, interruption-free longterm data aquisition. It is characterized by its low power consumption with an automatic "power down" and "wake up" function, its high memory capacity and its easy handling. To judge the timing on the CAN bus each received telegram is saved with a time stamp with an accuracy of 100us. Furthermore, the data logger features 4 freely configurable Hardware-ID-filters which allow selecting relevant telegrams already during the recording. Additionally event markers can be set by using an external trigger input or trigger pushbutton. Its unique power supply concept widely secures the logger against loss of temporar data caused by voltage drop as it occures e.g. when starting a car. Configuration of the data logger (CAN parameter, filter, etc.) and transfer of the recorded data to the PC is done by an easy to use Windows software which is included.

Higlights

  • Adjustable CAN baudrate up to 1MBaud
  • Sampling timing, SJW, BTL configurable
  • Support of standard and extended IDs
  • Logging of time stamps with a resolution of 100 us
  • Logging of errors on the CAN Bus
  • Configurable hardware ID filter
  • Small size and lightweight
  • Extremely robust aluminium case
  • Display of the operation status using LEDs
  • Memory organization: linear or ringbuffer
  • Minimal power consumption
  • Automatic "power down" function
  • Supports Wake-on-CAN
  • Starts up in a few milli seconds
  • Various configuration possibilities
  • Download to the PC with up to 921.6 kBaud
  • For downloading no additional power supply is needed
  • Extended temperature range of -20...+85°C

Examples of applications:

  • Completely automatic CAN data aquisition
  • Permanent recording of CAN telegrams in cars, planes or industrial environments
  • Logging of transmission errors
  • Longterm data aquisition of selected CAN telegram

Technical Specification

Power supply: 5-16V
Power consumption: < 0.20W (in operation)
  < 0.01W (Power Down)
CAN-Baudrate: up to 1MBaud
Dimensions (L*B*H): 60 * 34 * 16mm
Weight: ca. 40g
Temperature: -20°C.....+85°C
Memory: 2-8Mbyte

Accessories

  • PC-link cable (SubD9)
  • CAN-Cable with power supply connection
  • Car power supply cable
  • Adapter SubD9 - terminal block
  • USB-RS232 converter
  • Special cables on demand