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Generic Custom Cable Test Interface Fixture for up to to 2100 Vdc

19 January 2022 - CAMI Research Inc., manufacturer of the CableEye automation-ready cable and harness test system, has rolled out a test interface board that can be customized with LIF test blocks and any number of panel- and/or cable-mounted connectors not exceeding a total of 64 pins. Rated to 2100 Vdc/1200 Vdc, the CB8H fits all CableEye testers. Connectors not included. Customization service is available.

There is an extensive and growing stock library of these test fixture boards – several of which are populated with families of connectors, such as the video market’s CB16A for BNC, SMB, SMA, and N connectors. Many boards are sold unconnectorized, a high proportion of which are configured for specific connectors, such as the CB41 through CB44 for Micro D connectors. When pre-populated and preconfigured boards are used, the tester GUI automatically displays a graphic of the connectors and wiring under test. The tester can be readily programmed to do the same for custom boards and fixtures. These boards are designed to fit all CableEye testers.

This generic custom interface board accepts a wide range of circular or other connectors and accommodates LIF test blocks and bulkhead and/or cable-mounted mating connectors. While a bulkhead connector mounted directly to the board produces a more compact interface, a cablemounted solution would be preferred if the test cable consists of heavy-gauge wire or is bulky. Any panel-mount circular connector with four mounting holes fits the “X”-pattern slots.

Total pin count cannot exceed 64.

Connector pins are wired to labeled pads surrounding the board. Bare area provided for custom labeling such as a bar code. Use two CB8H boards together, or a CB8H in combination with any other CB board or built-in connector to accept any cable type.

Sold as a set of two boards, each test board may be paired with other CableEye adapter boards to accommodate any combination of connectors. Incredibly versatile, CableEye testers are expandable to accommodate large and complex harnesses, and users can connect and configure them in numerous ways — set up an array of QuickMount Housings fitted with connector boards, plug custom interface cables directly into any of the 64 pin headers on the control and expansion modules, or use a test interface panel, perhaps on a rackmounted system. Not just a tester, a CableEye test system is a complete cable management system offering features not available on any other cable test equipment, and may be used to test unlimited types of connectors.

Availability & Domestic US Pricing

Available immediately, a CB8H set is $195 (Item 738H). Rated to 2100 Vdc/ 1200Vac. Certification at the rated voltage is available and must be requested at the time of order. Customization service is available.

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