Looking for USB PC Interface Controller Board

[P00HB33R]

Hi Guys,

We are currently in the middle of planning a project. We need something similar to this

But the problem is, this company is based in the US. We would prefer a local supplier.

Do any of you know of someone local that can supply these types of gadgets.

We need basically a board that can connect via USB to a computer, and then control load sensors, motors etc.

Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Musicmp3]

Linkqage maybe............

 

[Crowley]

Linkqage maybe............

Link is in the OP's post.

Maybe try RS components?

 

[Segg]

Maybe try RS components?

or Communica, IIRC you can do something similar with the Arduino? I stand to be corrected though

 

[LouisF410]

Will this work:
33 inputs/ outputs, including analogue/ digital and a PWM output
http://electronics123.co.za/Main.asp?D={2D29575E-7144-46C4-B84A-B70050F309F7}&PageType=Product&SKU=VN413

or

8 digital inputs, 8 digital outputs and 1 PWM output.
http://electronics123.co.za/Main.asp?D={2D29575E-7144-46C4-B84A-B70050F309F7}&PageType=Product&SKU=AD543

 

[wez1007]

or Communica, IIRC you can do something similar with the Arduino? I stand to be corrected though

The Arduino could work. A mega would be perfect for a whole lot of inputs/outputs. The Uno would be okay for a couple of ins and outs.

THe arduinos are limited to a max of 5V in and out and a max current draw of 25ma per pin i think :/ Although that can be worked around with a few extra components..

RScomponents and a few other places stock Arduinos. Netram being one of them.

 

[CheekyC]

Arduino does not do any signal conditioning on inputs

How many do you need?

 

[Beachless]

You can try all the electronics places like:
http://www.electronics123.co.za/Mai...B716-38A3F9B4C404}&PageType=Product&SKU=VP283

http://www.communica.co.za/Catalog/Details/P2485060889

http://www.communica.co.za/Catalog/Details/P0587266383

But your best bet is to go there and speak to someone who can give you recommendations.

 

[P00HB33R]

Thanks for the tips so far. The products from electronics123 looks good so far. Just need to find out if the dll supports c# or vb.net

 

[Sonic2k]

I design these things for a living... so send me a PM

 

[Sonic2k]

Sorry I was away working my nuts off...
PM received, and replied. I await your phone call.