Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH HP-IB to Parallel Interface Converter
The Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH is a HP-IB to Parallel Interface Converter. It allows connecting devices with a HP-IB (IEEE-488) interface to parallel printers or other devices using a Centronics parallel interface. This converter facilitates data transfer between different interface types, enabling communication between legacy instruments and modern peripherals.
- Model
- Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price · starting from
- $225
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- MicroPrint 45CH
This unit
The Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH is an HP-IB to Centronics parallel interface converter that bridges legacy IEEE-488 instruments to modern parallel printers and plotters. It enables transparent data transfer at rates exceeding 40 KBytes/sec without requiring host system modifications. The converter supports variable resolution graphics (75, 100, 150, 300 dpi, with specialized support for 96/192 dpi ThinkJet/QuietJet and 90/180 dpi PaintJet), HP-GL vector plotting mode, and ATE color printing. Switch-selectable HP-IB addressing and listen-only configuration provide flexible integration into existing test systems.
Technical Specifications
Interface Conversion: HP-IB (IEEE-488) to Centronics parallel
Data Transfer Rate: >40 KBytes/sec
IEEE-488 Subset Support: SHO, AHI, TO, TEO, L1, LEO, SRO, RLO, PPO, DCO, DTO, CO
HP-IB Addressing: Switch-selectable address and listen-only mode
Raster Graphics Resolutions: 75, 100, 150, 300 dpi (standard); 96/192 dpi (ThinkJet/QuietJet); 90/180 dpi (PaintJet)
Output Connectors: Female DB25 with screw lock (IBM PC parallel compatible); Female 24-pin IEEE-488 with metric screw lock input
Physical Dimensions: 5.75" × 3.6" × 1.1"
Power Supply: 9 V AC or DC wall adapter; output 12 Vdc, 0.75 A
Key Features
Portrait and landscape orientation support for HP dot matrix, DeskJet, and LaserJet printers
HP-GL mode enables PCL 5 LaserJets to function as vector plotters in both orientations
Color mode for ATE applications on compatible DeskJet printers
Operating system transparent - no driver or software installation required
Typical Applications
Connecting legacy HP-IB test instruments to modern parallel printer/plotter infrastructure
ATE color output to DeskJet printers
Vector graphics output using HP LaserJet plotters
Raster graphics printing across variable resolution devices
Compatibility & Integration Designed for HP-IB equipped host systems and ATE platforms. Compatible with HP-compatible printers and plotters featuring Centronics parallel interfaces. Requires printer support for PCL data (text/raster) and HP-GL data (vector graphics) when used with HP systems. Regional power adapter models available for South Africa, Australasia, UK, and European installations.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 0.75 A output, 9 V AC or DC input |
Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH price
This Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH is listed at $225. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Intelligent Interfaces MicroPrint 45CH is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
