The Agilent/Varian 02-101655-00 is a PCI interface card that enables direct integration between the Cary 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer and IBM-compatible host computers. This card provides high-speed data acquisition and real-time instrument control, connecting via a standard ISA slot and drawing power through a dedicated hard disk connector. Operation requires Windows-compatible systems with Cary WinUV software and associated drivers.
Technical Specifications
• Interface: PCI card with ISA slot connectivity
• Power Requirements: +5 V DC <1 A, +12 V DC <1.5 A (up to +3.5 A with motor-driven accessories), –12 V DC <0.25 A
• Maximum Instrument Power Draw: 26 W from host PC supply
• Recommended Host PC Power Supply: Minimum 220 W
• Host Operating System: Microsoft Windows (Internet Explorer 6 or higher compatible)
• Display Requirements: 16 million color palette, minimum 800 × 600 pixel resolution
• Power Connection: Standard PC internal hard disk power supply connector with Y adapter
• Bandwidth (Cary 50): Fixed 1.5 nm
– Key Features
• Direct ISA slot installation for legacy Windows PC platforms
• Integrated power delivery via Y connector from existing PC power supply
• Dedicated cable connection to Cary 50 spectrophotometer
• Host PC certification to IEC 60950 or equivalent required
– Operating Environment
Altitude Below 853 m: 10–35 °C, 8–80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Altitude 853–2133 m: 10–25 °C, 8–80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage: 5–45 °C, 20–80% relative humidity, non-condensing, altitude <2133 m
Recommended Operating Conditions: 20–25 °C ambient laboratory temperature, constant within ±2 °C for optimal spectrophotometer performance
Installation Category: II, Pollution Degree 2 (EN 61010-1), indoor use only
– Compatibility & Integration
This interface card is purpose-designed for Agilent/Varian Cary 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer systems. Installation requires IBM-compatible PCs with available ISA slots, Windows operating system support, and pre-installed Cary WinUV software with appropriate drivers. The associated Cary 50 instrument measures 500 mm (W) × 590 mm (D) × 205 mm (H) and weighs 21 kg.
