By using a Virtual CAN Bus, we separate the control task from other tasks. The distributed embedded control system can be developed using standard CAN Controllers and transceivers in a traditional way with well proven tools.
Other tasks such as encryption, transmitter authentication, re-flashing, etc. can be developed by experts in these fields and carried out by using other protocols. With modern technology, the different tasks can run in parallel and simultaneously communicate on the same physical layer.
It is a great advantage to separate the control problems from other problems. The control problem can be solved once and for all by the control experts and other problems by experts in their respective technology fields.
The Kvaser U100-X2 is a robust, galvanically-reinforced single-channel CAN/CAN FD to USB interface with a 5-pole M12 connector.
Signal and power isolated, the Kvaser U100 offers enhanced electrical protection, a vibration, shock and drop-proof housing and high-quality cabling that meets the needs of CAN system developers through to service technicians.
With an intelligent LED that displays bus loads and error frames, an industry-leading IP67 rating and an innovative connector system, the U100 has numerous stand-out features. Fully compatible with J1939, CANopen, NMEA 2000® and DeviceNet, this suits rugged and higher voltage applications in marine, industrial, construction, heavy-duty, agriculture and automotive, including electric vehicle markets.
With enhanced protection of its own electrical circuits, a vibration, shock and drop-proof housing and high-quality cabling, the Kvaser U100 establishes a new reference in CAN interface design. At the same time, the U100 promises to drive down cost of ownership, whilst providing additional revenue opportunities for partners.
Major Features
USB CAN interface.
Powered through the USB connector.
Supports CAN FD, up to 8 Mbit/s (with correct physical layer implementation).
Supports both 11-bit (CAN 2.0A) and 29-bit (CAN 2.0B active) identifiers.
Lightweight robust housing made of glass fibre reinforced polyamide overmolded with TPE.
Intuitive LED UI.
Reinforced galvanic isolation, design validated with 5000 VAC rms applied for 60 s.
Industrial grade temperature range, −40 â—¦C to 85 â—¦C.
20 000 msg/s, each timestamped with a resolution of 100 μs.
Fully compatible with applications written for other Kvaser CAN hardware with Kvaser CANlib.
Support for SocketCAN.
Fully compatible with J1939, CANopen, NMEA 2000 and DeviceNet.
IP67 rated housing.
Software
Documentation, software and drivers can be downloaded for free at www.kvaser.com/downloads.
Kvaser CANLIB SDK is a free resource that includes everything you need to develop software for the Kvaser CAN interfaces. Includes full documentation and many program samples, written in C, C , C#, Delphi, and Visual Basic.
All Kvaser CAN interface boards share a common software API. Programs written for one interface type will run without modifications on the other interface types!
Windows drivers for all our CAN hardware. Please check the release notes for information on which Windows versions are supported. The package also contains a driver for a virtual CAN bus, for testing and evaluation when you don't have access to a physical CAN bus.
Software development kit - everything you need to develop software for the Kvaser CAN and LIN interfaces. Libraries, header files, sample programs for e.g. C, C , C#, Visual Basic and Delphi, documentation, and more. Note: you need to download and install the appropriate device drivers separately.
