MIL-STD-1553 VME Board

4/8 x 1553 channels VME board For RT, BC, and Monitor applications

V-Orchestra™ boards utilize FPGA technology along with Sital’s established 1553 IP cores and transceivers. This blend offers flexibility in features, operational modes, and configuration. Users have the option to seek diverse configurations, including a mix of single and dual-redundancy channels, as well as the capability to transfer data seamlessly between individual channels (1553 repeater functionality), and even support for other protocols such as H009 and PP194.

Environmental

• Industrial grade: -40C to +85C
• 5 to 90% relative humidity (non-condensing)
• Conductivity cooled
• Power
• 3 and 5 VDC, 20W while all eight channels transmitting at the same time

Available Configurations

• 4 x Dual Redundant Mil-Std-1553B channels with 64K word RAM per channel
• 8 x Single Mil-Std-1553B channels, with 32K Word RAM per channel

FPGA-Based Configuration Flexibility

The VME – BRD1553VME board harnesses FPGA technology to offer unprecedented configuration flexibility, accommodating a range of operational modes and features. This flexibility allows for custom setups including single and dual-redundancy channels, enhancing system reliability and performance. The FPGA integration facilitates easy updates and modifications to the board’s functionality, ensuring compatibility with evolving communication standards and operational requirements, making it a versatile choice for aerospace and defense applications.

Advanced Data Transfer Capabilities

With the capability to function as a 1553 repeater, the VME – BRD1553VME board enables seamless data transfer between channels, enhancing communication efficiency within complex systems. This repeater functionality is pivotal in maintaining continuous and reliable data exchange across multiple MIL-STD-1553 channels, ensuring data integrity and timely delivery. Such capabilities are crucial in mission-critical applications where the accuracy and reliability of data communication can directly impact the outcome of operations.

Environmental and Industrial Durability

Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, the VME – BRD1553VME board operates reliably within a wide temperature range of -40°C to +85°C and maintains functionality in up to 90% relative humidity. Its conductivity cooling mechanism further ensures stable operation under extreme thermal conditions, making it suitable for industrial and military applications where durability and dependability are paramount.

High-Performance Power Efficiency

The board’s power efficiency is optimized for high-performance operations, requiring only 3.3 and 5 VDC to power up to eight channels transmitting simultaneously. This power efficiency, coupled with a maximum consumption of 20W, ensures that the VME – BRD1553VME board delivers robust performance without excessive energy use, making it an eco-friendly option for energy-conscious projects requiring multiple communication channels.

Comprehensive Memory Configuration Options

Offering configurations of up to 64K word RAM per dual-redundant channel or 32K Word RAM per single channel, the VME – BRD1553VME board provides ample memory for extensive data processing and storage. This high-capacity RAM ensures efficient handling of large volumes of data, supporting complex algorithms and data-intensive applications. The generous memory allocation per channel facilitates sophisticated communication protocols and data management strategies, enhancing the overall capability of the board in diverse operational scenarios.

Enhanced Protocol Support

The VME – BRD1553VME not only excels in MIL-STD-1553B applications but also supports additional protocols such as H009 and PP194, broadening its utility across various communication systems. This multi-protocol support allows for greater versatility in deployment, enabling the board to cater to specialized military communication needs and interoperability requirements. Such capability ensures that systems can be tailored to specific mission requirements, enhancing the adaptability of communication networks in dynamic operational environments.

Warranty and Support
3-year limited hardware warranty.
1 year of technical support, including free software upgrades

Fully pin-out compatibility with ABACO RQVME1553 board