Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A PCI to MIL-STD-1553 Interface Board
Astronics / Ballard Technology Embedded Test Systems.
- Model
- Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $2,900
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- LP1553-3A
This unit
The Astronics/Ballard Technology LP1553-3A is a PCI interface board that bridges host computer systems to MIL-STD-1553B data buses. It enables Bus Controller, Remote Terminal, and Bus Monitor operation modes - with advanced models supporting simultaneous BC, Monitor, and multiple RT functions. The on-board DSP core handles 1553 protocol processing independently, reducing host PC overhead and enabling real-time autonomous operation. Configurable RAM from 256 KB to 1 MB with flexible message buffering accommodates diverse simulation, test, and data acquisition workloads. A programmable 32-bit time-stamp capability supports precise event correlation in time-critical applications.
Technical Specifications
Bus Standard: MIL-STD-1553A/B compliant
Interface: PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
Channel Configuration: Dual-redundant MIL-STD-1553 channels
Operating Modes: Bus Controller (BC), Remote Terminal (RT), Bus Monitor (BM); concurrent operation supported on select models
On-Board Memory: 256 KB to 1 MB RAM configurations
Time Stamping: Programmable 32-bit resolution
Front Connector: Female DB25 or BNC
Key Features
DSP-based protocol offload eliminates 1553 processing bottlenecks on the host
Autonomous operation via on-board memory reduces real-time dependencies
Flexible message buffering maintains data integrity across varying bus loads
Dual-redundant channel architecture ensures fault tolerance
Field-upgradeability extends product lifecycle for evolving requirements
Typical Applications
MIL-STD-1553 hardware and software development
Avionics bus simulation and integration testing
Real-time data acquisition on 1553 networks
Multi-terminal emulation and error injection scenarios
System validation in demanding aerospace environments
Compatibility & Integration
Operating Systems: Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP driver support; Linux and VxWorks drivers available
Software Ecosystem: Compatible with CoPilot 1553 and related application packages
Standards Compliance: MIL-STD-1553B certified
Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A. 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 Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A 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.
Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A price
This Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A is listed at $2,900. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Astronics / Ballard Technology LP1553-3A 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 →
