DDC BU-67103U USB Avionics Device with MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 Interfaces
The DDC BU-67103U is a USB-based avionics interface device that supports both MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 protocols. This device allows computers to communicate with and test avionics equipment using common communication standards used in aerospace applications. It is ideal for simulation, testing, and data analysis of avionics systems.
- Model
- DDC BU-67103U
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $3,800
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- BU-67103U
This unit
The DDC BU-67103U is a USB-based avionics interface device that enables direct computer communication with aerospace equipment via MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 protocols. Engineered for avionics simulation, system testing, and data analysis, this unit supports configurable bus roles, dual-redundant operation, and comprehensive error injection/detection capabilities. Bus-powered operation via USB 2.0 High-Speed connection eliminates external power requirements while maintaining full functional scope across MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 channels.
Technical Specifications MIL-STD-1553B Interface
Protocol: MIL-STD-1553B (Notice 2)
Data Rate: 1 Mbps
Bus Configurations: Bus Controller (BC), Remote Terminal (RT), or Bus Monitor (BM)
Channel Operation: Single or dual-redundant configuration
Remote Terminal Addressing: All 31 addresses supported
Error Detection: Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC)
Message Types: Data transfers, status words, command/status words; error injection and detection for fault analysis ARINC 429 Interface
Protocol: ARINC 429, Dual Redundant (Mark 33 DIT)
Data Rates: High Speed 100 ± 10 kbps; Low Speed 12.5 ± 1 kbps or 14.5 ± 1 kbps (selectable)
Word Format: 32-bit standard structure (Sign/Status, Label, Data, Parity)
Parity: Odd parity generation and checking
Label Support: Transmit and receive all labels
Channel Configuration: Independently configurable transmit and receive channels USB & Power
Interface: USB 2.0 High-Speed (Type B connector)
Power: Bus-powered (typically <5 W) Environmental
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +71°C
Storage Temperature: -55°C to +105°C
Humidity: 95% RH, non-condensing
Shock & Vibration: MIL-STD-810G compliance
Key Features
Dual-protocol support eliminates need for separate interface modules
Configurable MIL-STD-1553 bus roles streamline diverse test scenarios
Error injection capabilities enable fault tolerance validation
Independently configured ARINC 429 channels maximize channel utilization
Bus-powered design simplifies field deployment and portable test setups
Typical Applications
Avionics component validation and certification
Real-time system simulation and integration testing
Data bus monitoring and fault diagnostics
Retrofit and maintenance protocol verification
Compatibility & Integration The BU-67103U interfaces with standard host computers through USB 2.0. Dual-redundant channel support across both protocols enables safety-critical avionics testing without additional hardware multiplexing.
DDC BU-67103U — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the DDC BU-67103U. Calibration covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common DDC BU-67103U faults: power supply failure (cRIO-9073/9074), C-series slot connector wear, PXI chassis fan failure, GPIB interface failure on VXI controllers, BIOS/EEPROM corruption. NI CompactRIO most common faults are power supply failure on older cRIO-9073/9074 chassis and C-series module slot connector wear from repeated hot-swap cycles. PXI chassis fan failure is the most common wear item — chassis fans are field-replaceable. VXI embedded controllers most commonly develop EEPROM corruption and GPIB interface failure.
DDC BU-67103U price
This DDC BU-67103U is listed at $3,800. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
DDC BU-67103U calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the DDC BU-67103U is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
