Digi 50000478 Acceleport Ports/8EM DB25 8-Port Parallel

Overview
Digi Acceleport Ports/8EM DB25 8-Port Parallel is a high performance parallel I/O expansion module designed for industrial PCs, servers and embedded systems that require reliable, low latency data transfer. The module provides eight independent DB25 parallel ports, each capable of handling standard IEEE 1284 compliant devices such as printers, barcode scanners, PLCs and legacy instrumentation. With its compact form factor and plug-in design, the Acceleport Ports/8EM adds robust parallel connectivity without sacrificing system space.

Key Features

• Eight DB25 parallel ports on a single board
• Supports both IEEE 1284 mode 0 (centronics) and mode 1 (ECP/EPP) operation
• High speed data rates up to 2 megabytes per second per port
• Plug-and-play installation with standard Digi Acceleport carrier
• Low power consumption and heat generation
• Robust mechanical design for harsh industrial environments

Technical Specifications

• Model number: 50000478
• Connector type: DB25 male on each port
• Number of ports: 8
• Supported data modes: Centronics, ECP, EPP
• Maximum data rate: 2 MB/s per port
• Operating voltage: 5 VDC
• Current draw: 250 mA total
• Operating temperature range: 0 to 70 deg C
• Storage temperature range: -40 to 85 deg C
• Dimensions: 4.5 in x 2.5 in x 0.5 in (approx.)

Applications

• Industrial automation where multiple parallel devices must be controlled simultaneously
• Legacy manufacturing equipment integration
• Data acquisition systems that rely on parallel sensor interfaces
• Point of sale (POS) stations with multiple receipt printers
• Test and measurement rigs that require fast parallel data streams
• Embedded control platforms that need to retain support for older parallel peripherals

By adding the Digi Acceleport Ports/8EM DB25 8-Port Parallel module, users gain scalable, dependable parallel connectivity that bridges the gap between modern computing platforms and proven legacy technology.