Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S RS-485 VMEbus Repeater Link Slave Board
The Abaco Systems/VMIC VMIVME-5504S is a RS-485 VMEbus Repeater Link Slave Board. It allows for the expansion of a VMEbus system by providing a repeater link over RS-485, effectively doubling the number of slots or extending the bus length. As a slave board, it requires a master controller on the VMEbus.
- Model
- Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,599
- RFQ ref
- VMIVME-5504S
This unit
The Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S is a VMEbus repeater link slave board that extends VMEbus system capacity and physical reach through RS-485 serial communication. Operating as a transparent repeater, it effectively doubles available VMEbus slots or significantly increases physical bus length. The board functions as a slave device, requiring a compatible VMEbus master controller to manage operations and data flow.
This architecture enables construction of VMEbus systems exceeding standard single-chassis slot limitations and supports geographically distributed sub-systems connected via RS-485 links.
Technical Specifications
- Product Name: VMIVME-5504S
- Manufacturer: Abaco Systems / VMIC
- Interface Type: VMEbus Repeater Link Slave Board
- Communication Protocol: RS-485
- Functionality: Extends VMEbus system capacity and/or length via RS-485 repeater link
- Operating Mode: Slave Board
- VMEbus Interface: Conforms to VMEbus specifications for repeater link operation
- RS-485 Interface: Standard RS-485 transceiver characteristics
- Form Factor: Standard VMEbus board size (6U, single-slot)
Key Features
- Transparent data transfer between VMEbus and extended RS-485 link
- Standard VMEbus edge connector for chassis integration
- RS-485 connectors (DB-9, terminal blocks, or equivalent) for bus extension
- Compatible with standard VMEbus chassis cooling mechanisms
- Power consumption dependent on VMEbus master configuration and data traffic
Typical Applications
- Large VMEbus systems exceeding standard slot limitations
- Distributed VMEbus architectures with signal extension over longer distances
- Legacy system expansion and upgrades
Compatibility & Integration The VMIVME-5504S integrates with VMEbus systems requiring bus extension or increased slot count. Operation requires a compatible VMEbus master controller capable of initiating and managing repeater link functions. System compatibility depends on the master controller's supported operating systems and drivers.
Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S price
This Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S is listed at $1,599. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5504S 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 →
