Astronics

COTS Aircraft Data Recording

Capture and Store Your Data with Silo Data Recorder Software and Ballard COTS Hardware

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Silo™ is an intuitive software tool that enables Ballard Avionics I/O Computers to be used for turn-key data recording. Ballard Avionics I/O Computers are rugged and flexible Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) devices that combine computing capabilities and multi-protocol databus interfaces in a small, lightweight package. Our COTS data recording solutions are commonly used for flight avionics qualification, airframe testing, and system troubleshooting.

Combine Silo Software with the Hardware that Best Fits Your Needs

NG3 Avionics I/O Computer

Our powerful and flexible Ballard Avionics I/O Computers provide the platform for Silo Data recording. These rugged, conduction-cooled, COTS devices combine a powerful computer processor, multi-protocol databus interfaces (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 717, ARINC 708), Ethernet, USB, serial, discrete I/O, and other I/O in a small, lightweight package. They deliver outstanding performance on the ground and in the air and are routinely deployed on helicopter, fixed wing, ground mobile, and marine platforms.

Silo software can be installed on both the NG Family, our newest line of 64-bit devices, and the AB Family, which includes both 64 and 32-bit devices. Click below to get more details on these compatible Ballard Avionics I/O Computer families:

Silo Software Key Features

  • Turn-key data recording solution
  • Easy to use
  • Intuitive interface
  • Compatible with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 717, ARINC 708, and Discrete I/O
  • Easily choose the recording location: internal memory, Network File System (NFS), or USB
  • Customizable file names
  • IRIG synchronization

For additional information about Silo, contact us.

Silo Avionics Data Recorder

Ordering Information

Please contact our Customer Service Department for assistance in choosing the correct model for your application. For more information or to request a quote, call +1.425.339.0281 or fill out the form at the bottom of the page.

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12950 Willows Road NE
Kirkland, WA 98034 USA
+1.425.339.0281
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