TVME200
TEKTRONIX TVME200 VMEbus Data Acquisition Module (Industrial Signal Processing Unit)
Product Description
The TVME200 is a high-performance VMEbus data acquisition module developed by Tektronix, designed for real-time signal capture and processing in industrial and aerospace applications. As a key component in VMEbus-based measurement systems, its primary function is to digitize analog signals from sensors (e.g., accelerometers, pressure transducers) and transducers, process the data locally, and transmit results to a host controller—critical for applications like structural health monitoring of bridges, where capturing transient vibration signals (10kHz bandwidth) with microsecond precision is essential for detecting fatigue cracks.
Featuring 16 analog input channels, the module supports a wide range of signal types: ±10V, ±5V, and 4-20mA current loops, with selectable input ranges to match sensor output characteristics. For example, in a turbine test stand, it can simultaneously measure 8 channels of vibration (±5V from accelerometers) and 8 channels of temperature (4-20mA from RTD transmitters), providing a holistic view of machine health.