High-Speed, 4-Channel PID Test Systems Controller

The RAPID II Test Cell Controller is an integrated, multi-loop control and data acquisition system for test cell applications, designed to provide maximum performance at an affordable price.

RAPID II combines the latest in digital control technolgoy with off-the-shelf hardware to produce one of the industry's most powerful, flexible and advanced controllers at a cost-effective price. This high-speed, four channel PID controller includes ample I/O to act both as a system controller and a data-acquistion system, reducing overall system cost and complexity.

Designed for integrators, OEMs, and DIYers, these systems can be configured to fit your needs with little upfront costs and minimal risk while benefiting from a stable, powerful platform.

Common applications for the RAPID II multi-loop controller include:

• Servo hydraulic test cells 
• Driveline test cells
• Dynamometer test cells
• Component test systems

The 19” 3U rack-mount turnkey solution is well-suited for engineers looking to replace legacy controllers, or to add features to existing systems, including:

• Out-of-the-box functionality with quick installation and easy configuration
• Deterministic performance and reliability provided by the power fo a FPGA
• Easy connectivity and wiring to I/O, safety circuits, and various signal conditioning options
• Extensive software capabilities including easy, user-configurable screens, flexible control settings, test profile creation, and data logging
• Cost-efficient, open-source solutions for multi-axis control and data acquisition 

Each RAPID II controller comes with standard, preconfigured I/O and a desktop computer preloaded with INERTIA™ control software. Features include:

• 4-axis test cell controller with 2 kHz digital PID loop closure
• 19” 3U rack-mount enclosure
• Wide variety of preconfigured I/O including 8 analog inputs, 16 digital inputs, and 16 digital outputs
• I/O accessbile via D-Sub connectors

• Operator desktop computer preloaded with INERTIA™ control software and examples
• Software features extensive user configuration options with flexible control settings, test profile creation, configurable alarms, definable user interfaces, data acquisition, and reporting functions 

• Emergency stop button and connectivity to safety circuits
• Ribbon cable connectors that provide expansion options for signal conditioning backplanes, digital I/O, TTL level I/O, and other connectivity products