PCIe and PCI Avionics Interface Cards
Easily Add Avionics I/O to Computer PCIe or PCI Expansion Slots
Ballard PCI Express (PCIe) and PCI Avionics Interface Cards enable computers to interface with a variety of avionics databuses for testing, validating and simulating commercial and military avionics equipment and systems.
OmniBus II Series Interface Cards
OmniBus II PCIe cards, part of of the Omnibus family, feature a modular design that allows you to order cards with the combination of avionics protocols that closely match the requirements of your application. These high-performance cards interface to multiple protocols including MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429/708/717, Serial and Discrete I/O.
Lx5 Series Interface Cards
Lx5 avionics interface cards can be ordered in either the PCIe or PCI form factor and models are available with either the MIL-STD-1553 protocol or with ARINC 429 and/or ARINC 717.
Choose the Series and Protocols to Fit Your Application
Multi-Protocol PCIe Interface Cards
Modular OmniBus II Series
The OmniBus II PCIe is the next-generation of Astronics' popular OmniBus product with faster I/O and processing capabilities. With the newest advanced set of MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 modules, users can verify wave form compatibilities, test functions of bus shorts and opens, and—when combined with our CoPilot® software—perform lab, production and flight test verification and simulation right out of the box.
Key Features
- Modular design is highly configurable
- Supports multiple protocols in one card
- 3 syncs and 3 triggers per core (2 cores on card)
- Advanced timing: IRIG, 10 MHz, and PPS
- Built-in test: PBIT, IBIT and CBIT
Interface Cards for MIL-STD-1553
Lx5 Series
The LE1553-5 (PCIe) and LP1553-5 (PCI) are personal computer expansion cards for communicating with MIL-STD-1553 systems. These feature-rich interfaces provide programmable data buffers and deep built-in memory. Models offer 1 to 4 dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 channels, 16 input/output avionics level discretes, and IRIG time synchronization/generation. MIL-STD-1553 capability includes BC, RT, and/or Monitor.
Key Features
- 1 to 4 dual-redundant MIL-STD-1553 channels
- Single-function and Multi-function versions
- IRIG & 16 Avionics discrete I/O
- 48 bit, 1 µSec hardware time-tagging
Interface Cards for ARINC 429 & 717
Lx5 Series
The LE429-5 (PCIe) and LP429-5 (PCI) are personal computer expansion cards for communicating with ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 systems. These feature-rich interfaces provide programmable dual redundant data buffers and deep built-in memory. Models offer 4 to 32 ARINC 429 channels, and up to 4 ARINC 717 channels, 16 input/output avionics level discretes, and IRIG time synchronization/generation.
Key Features
- 4 to 32 ARINC 429 channels
- ARINC 717 (4 channels optional)
- IRIG & 16 Avionics discrete I/O
- 48 bit, 1 µSec hardware time-tagging
Get the Exact Interface You Need with the OmniBus II Modular Design
How it works...
OmniBus II PCIe and PCI cards include an array of functional features with the base configuration. Avionics I/O is added through the use of interchangeable modules. When ordering OmniBus II cards, you can specify the combination of modules for the exact mix of I/O you need. OmniBus II cards can accept a maximum of two modules, and each module has its own circuitry to handle the channels and protocols associated with it. (Lx5 models do not include this modular capability.)
For OmniBus II ordering information, click here.
PCIe/PCI Avionics Interface Card Comparison
The table below provides comparison details between the OmniBus II Series and the Lx5 Series cards. For more information or to request a quote, call +1.425.339.0281 or fill out the form at the bottom of the page.
| OmniBus II PCIe | Lx1553-5 PCIe & PCI | Lx429-5 PCIe & PCI | |
| Available Protocols | MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 717, ARINC 708, Serial | MIL-STD-1553 | ARINC 429, ARINC 717 |
| Multi-Protocol | Yes, accepts 2 protocol modules (2 cores) | No | ARINC 429 & 717 only |
| Discrete I/O | Up to 64 | 16 | 16 |
| Memory | 64 MB memory per core (ECC) | 32 MB on-board memory | 32 MB on-board memory |
| Parametric Control | Yes* | No | No |
| Timing | Advanced Timing 64-bit hardware time-tag (1ns resolution) 10 MHz and PPS, frame synchronization, synchronize hardware time-tags | Standard Timing 48 bit, 1 µSec hardware time-tagging | Standard Timing 48 bit, 1 µSec hardware time-tagging |
| IRIG | IRIG A/B input and output (AM, PWM), generate or synchronize timer, synchronize hardware time-tags | ||
*OmniBus II Parametric Control:
Certain MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 717, and ARINC 708 modules include variable transmit amplitude.
Certain ARINC 429 modules include advanced capability providing control over transmit
amplitude, offset and null voltages, leg open and leg short, rise time, and fall time.
Serial modules include custom baud rates.
Ordering Information
Select your desired PCIe and PCI model(s) in the table below. For more information or to request a quote, call +1.425.339.0281 or fill out the form at the bottom of the page.
Purchasing with CoPilot Test & Analysis Software
CoPilot Software is licensed to a specific Ballard hardware device using a purchased 'key' that is programmed into the hardware itself. This key allows CoPilot to interact with that device. Receive a discount when purchasing the CoPilot Software 'key' bundled with a new hardware purchase. Although the CoPilot license allows you to install CoPilot software on as many computers as you need for pre-run setup, scripting, or post analysis, each Ballard hardware device you want to run with CoPilot requires its own purchased license key. Visit the CoPilot page for more information.
PCIe and PCI Interface Card Models
| Series | Description | Connectors | PCIe Models | PCI Models |
| OmniBus II | OmniBus II PCIe Models | LFH60 | click here for details | Not available |
| Series | Description | Connectors | PCIe Models | PCI Models |
| Lx1553-5 | 1 Single-function channel | TwinAx | LE1553-5/1ST | LP1553-5/1ST |
| 1 Single-function channel | LFH60 | LE1553-5/1S | LP1553-5/1S | |
| 1 Multi-function channel | TwinAx | LE1553-5/1MT | LP1553-5/1MT | |
| 1 Multi-function channel | LFH60 | LE1553-5/1M | LP1553-5/1M | |
| 2 Single-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/2S | LP1553-5/2S | |
| 2 Multi-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/2M | LP1553-5/2M | |
| 3 Single-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/3S | LP1553-5/3S | |
| 3 Multi-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/3M | LP1553-5/3M | |
| 4 Single-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/4S | LP1553-5/4S | |
| 4 Multi-function channels | LFH60 | LE1553-5/4M | LP1553-5/4M |
| Series | Description | Connectors | PCIe Models | PCI Models |
| Lx429-5 | ARINC 429 (2R2T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/2R2T | LP429-5/2R2T |
| ARINC 429 (0R8T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/0R8T | LP429-5/0R8T | |
| ARINC 429 (4R4T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/4R4T | LP429-5/4R4T | |
| ARINC 429 (8R0T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/8R0T | LP429-5/8R0T | |
| ARINC 429 (0R16T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/0R16T | LP429-5/0R16T | |
| ARINC 429 (4R12T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/4R12T | LP429-5/4R12T | |
| ARINC 429 (8R8T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/8R8T | LP429-5/8R8T | |
| ARINC 429 (12R4T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/12R4T | LP429-5/12R4T | |
| ARINC 429 (16R0T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/16R0T | LP429-5/16R0T | |
| ARINC 429 (16R16T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/16R16T | LP429-5/16R16T | |
| ARINC 429 (24R8T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/24R8T | LP429-5/24R8T | |
| ARINC 429 (32R0T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/32R0T | LP429-5/32R0T | |
| ARINC 429 (6R6T), ARINC 717 (2R2T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/6R6T/717 | LP429-5/6R6T/717 | |
| ARINC 429 (14R14T), ARINC 717 (2R2T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/14R14T/717 | LP429-5/14R14T/717 | |
| ARINC 429 (28R0T), ARINC 717 (2R2T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/28R0T/717 | LP429-5/28R0T/717 | |
| ARINC 717 (2R2T) | LFH60 | LE429-5/0R0T/717 | LP429-5/0R0T/717 |
Notes
MIL-STD-1553 channels are dual-redundant
nRnT = number of Receive/Transmit channels
To Include CoPilot analysis & test software, add "CP-" before the order
number
Example: CP-LE1553-5/4M
Multi-function channels have protocol error injection capability and can simultaneously be a Bus Controller (BC), Bus Monitor (BM), and up to 32 Remote Terminals (RTs).
Single-function channels can be configured in software as either a Bus Controller (BC), a Bus Monitor (BM), or up to 32 Remote Terminals (RTs).
Software
BTIDriver Application Programming Interface (included)
Device Driver Software (included)
CoPilot Test & Analysis Software (optional)
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