Key benefits - Reliable, long-lasting connection: constructed from selected high-quality materials and a sturdy jacket that resists breaking and deformation for extended service life. - Standards-compliant performance: fully compatible with IEEE 488 and ANSI/IEEE 488.2 for predictable, interoperable GPIB/HPIB communications. - Stable, bidirectional data transfer: supports 8-bit parallel digital transmission to maintain accurate, low-latency communication between instruments and controllers. - Flexible bus expansion and routing: designed to extend or reconfigure HPIB/GPIB buses in linear, star-shaped, or circular layouts, simplifying system growth and rearrangement. What it does - Provides a durable cable link between instruments and controllers using the GPIB/HPIB parallel interface. - Allows computers or control systems to manage multiple measurement and test devices via an 8-bit bidirectional parallel interface. - Serves as both a bus expansion cable and an inline extension cable for existing GPIB/HPIB networks. Key attributes - Compatibility: Conforms to IEEE 488 and ANSI/IEEE 488.2 standards; suitable for standard GPIB/HPIB equipment. - Connectors: Supplied with CN24M (male) and CN24F (female) connectors, each fitted with screw caps for secure, vibration-resistant mating. - Construction: Metal connector shells and robust cable jacket for reliable electrical contact and mechanical protection. - Functionality: Supports parallel 8-bit (bidirectional) data transmission and can be used to link multiple devices under computer control. Practical use scenarios - Laboratory automated testing: Connect multiple oscilloscopes, signal generators, and multimeters to a PC-based test controller for automated data collection and instrument control. - Production line or bench instrumentation: Extend an existing GPIB bus to add additional devices or reposition equipment without reworking the control system. - Research system integration: Configure instruments in linear, star, or circular topologies to match bench layout while maintaining standard-compliant communication among devices. Why choose this cable - Maintains industry-standard compatibility for straightforward integration with existing GPIB/HPIB instruments and control software. - Durable materials and screw-cap metal connectors reduce the risk of intermittent contacts and physical failure in routine laboratory or production environments. - Flexible deployment options let you expand or reconfigure instrument networks while preserving reliable, bidirectional data transfer. Specifications at a glance - Interface standard: IEEE 488 / ANSI/IEEE 488.2 - Data format: 8-bit parallel, bidirectional - Connector types: CN24M (male) and CN24F (female) with screw caps - Typical application: Laboratory test equipment, instrument control, bus expansion and extension If you need a standards-compliant, durable GPIB/HPIB cable to expand or connect laboratory and test instruments, this cable delivers secure connectors, reliable parallel data transfer, and flexible routing for practical system setups.