Intelligent Motion Control Since 1987

DCX-PCI Motion Controller Family

The DCX-PCI series design is based on a modular multi-processor concept first pioneered by PMC more than 30 years ago. Up to 8 function modules (each with it's own processor) can be plugged into an intelligent controller board or "motherboard" which coordinates all axis functions. Two DCX-PCI models are available:

The DCX-PCI 100 controller accepts modules that can directly drive miniature DC servo motors and actuators in applications requiring precise movement of small loads such as lenses and lasers. The DCX-PCI 300 controller accepts modules designed to control servo and stepper motors in a wide variety of industrial automation applications - particularly those requiring 8 or more axes of control.

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  DCX PCI PCI Motion Controller
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  • Multi-axis servo & stepper motor control
  • Full-length PCI card
  • Up to 8 axes (DCX-PCI 100)
  • Up to 16 axes (DCX-PCI 300)
  • Modular multi-processor architecture
  • Up to 8 or 16 axes
  • Comprehensive software and programming tools for Windows & Linux
DCX-PCI 100     DCX-PCI 300    
Product Details
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DCX-PCI 100
The DCX-PCI 100 is a 1 to 8 axis PCI-bus motion controller which can control and drive up to eight small DC servo motors without the need for external amplifiers. (Up to 6 Watts per axis.) It is also the perfect choice for users of the DCX-PC100 legacy ISA-bus controller who want to move to the PCI-bus. More...
  • 1 to 8 axes
  • PCI-bus card
  • Servo drive & control
  • On-board servo amplifiers
  • Modular
Motor Control Modules
DCX-MC100 Servo Motor Control Module

DCX-MC100
DCX-MC100 Module
(± 10 volt analog command)

 Operating Modes Position, Velocity
Control Filter 3.3 KHz PID, 32 bit precision
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal
Output Analog Signal, 12 bit ±10 VDC
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 750,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential   (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Jog Input 2 dedicated inputs (low true)
Other I/O (TTL) Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Index, Amplifier Fault
Outputs: Amplifier Enable


DCX-MC110 Servo Motor Control Module

DCX-MC110
DCX-MC110 Module
(Motor drive output)

 Operating Modes Position, Velocity
Control Filter 3.3 KHz PID, 32 bit precision
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal
Output 12 volt @ 500mA, 8-bit
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 750,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential   (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Jog Input 2 dedicated inputs (low true)
Other I/O (TTL) Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Index, Amplifier Fault
Outputs: Amplifier Enable
I/O Modules
DCX-MC400 16 Channel Digital I / O Module

DCX-MC400
DCX-MC400 Module

 Part Number DCX-MC400-R: For use with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC400-H: For use with the optional high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
Voltage Range TTL
Input High Voltage 2.0 V (min), 5.3 V (max)
Input Low Voltage -0.3 V (min), 0.8 V (max)
Output High Voltage 2.4 V (min)
Output Low Voltage 0.4 V (max)


DCX-MC500 4 / 8 Channel Analog I / O Module

DCX-MC500
DCX-MC500 Module

 Part Number DCX-MC500-R: For use with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC500-H: For use with the optional high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC500 4 channels A / D, 4 channels D / A
DCX-MC510 4 channels A / D
DCX-MC520 4 channels D / A
Input Resolution 12-bit (1 in 4096)
Input Voltage Range 0 to +5
Output Resolution 12-bit (1 in 4096)
Output Voltage Range 0 to +5 @ 5ma, or -10 to +10 @ 5ma
Output Offset Adj. 20 turn potentiometer
Output Full Scale Adj. Single turn potentiometer
Software
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Software & Programming Tools
PMC offers a comprehensive suite of software, drivers and programming tools which are compatible with all PMC motion controllers. All software is available to PMC customers at no extra charge.More... Go to software page
  • Windows & Linux
  • With libraries for...
  • C/C++
  • C#/.NET
  • Delphi
  • Visual Basic
  • LabVIEW
  • Windows tools
  • Linux tools
  • Sample programs
    with source code

Accessories

DCX-BF100 Servo Interconnection Board

DCX-BF100
DCX-BF100: Opto Isolation and
Interconnection board for servo motors
Part Number
DCX-BF100-x (x = 5 for 5-12V switch inputs, x = 24 for 24-48V switch inputs)
DCX-BF100-5 For +5 to +12 volt switch inputs
DCX-BF100-24 For +24 to +48 volt switch inputs
Isolated Inputs Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Amplifier Fault
Status LEDs Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Amplifier Fault, User 1, User 2
Jumper Options TTL level or Opto isolated inputs, high or low active
Connection Options Female DB-25 or 2pcs. 14 pin screw terminal strips
Used With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI100
Ribbon Cables for DCX Motion Controller Family

DCX Series Ribbon Cable - click image for closeup
26-Conductor IDC Ribbon Cable:
For DCX Family of Motion Controllers
(click image to enlarge)
Part Number
95.020.6   -   6 ft. (2M) cable assembly.
95.020.X   -   X ft. cable assembly. (Custom lengths, lead times will apply.)
Description Generic 26-conductor IDC Female to IDC Female ribbon cable assembly. Connects DCX Modules to Breakout Boards.
Connections Mating Connector to Controller Module: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Mating Connector to Breakout: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Cable Lengths 6 ft. (2M) cables are available from stock. Custom lengths can be built to order, but lead times may apply. See below for information on building your own ribbon cables.
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R, DCX-PCI100, or any legacy DCX Series motion controller such as DCX-AT300 or DCX-PC100.

Build Your Own Ribbon Cables

IDC ribbon cable components are inexpensive, widely available and easy to assemble. As a result, most customers choose to buy and assemble these cables themselves.

Components Required

26-conductor ribbon cable (cable only) is available from many manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Belden Corp.
  • Part No: 9L28026, or equivalent.
  • Description: Box of 100 ft. (30M) 26-conductor ribbon cable.

The mating IDC connectors are also available from several manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Circuit Assembly Corp.
  • Part No: 26IDS2-C-SPT-SR, or equivalent.
  • Description: 26-pin dual-row IDC Female connector assembly (polarized, with strain relief.)

Note: A small 3-4 inch (8-10cm) mini-vise clamp is useful (though not required) for installing the IDC connector onto the ribbon cable.

Product Details
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DCX-PCI 300
The DCX-PCI 300 is a high-performance 1 to 16 axis PCI-bus motion controller which features PMC's modular multi-processor architecture. More...
  • 1 to 16 axes
  • PCI-bus card
  • Servo / Stepper control
  • Modular
  • One DSP per axis
  • High-performance
Motor Control Modules
DCX-MC300 Servo Motor Control Module

MC300
DCX-MC300 Module
(± 10 volt analog command)

 Part Number For ribbon cable version of controller:
DCX-MC300-R5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC300-R24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
For SCSI cable version of controller:
DCX-MC300-H5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC300-H24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
Compatibility ""-R" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
"-H" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
Operating Modes Position, Velocity, Torque, Gain
Control Filter 8KHz PID, 32 bit precision with Velocity & Acceleration Feed-Forward
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal, S-Curve, and Parabolic with independent acceleration and deceleration
Output Analog Signal, 16 bit ±10 VDC
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 10,000,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Control Filter User-selectable notch filter
Other I/O Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Amplifier Fault (all optically isolated), Auxiliary Encoder, high-speed encoder capture input
Outputs: Amplifier Enable, Direction (all open collector), encoder compare output (<1uSec)
Compare Specifications Click here for a detailed side-by-side comparison of specifications for Standard vs. Dual Servo modules


DCX-MC302 Dual Servo Motor Control Module

MC302
DCX-MC302 Module
(Dual ± 10 volt analog command)

 Part Number For SCSI cable version of controller:
DCX-MC302-H5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC302-H24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
Compatibility Dual Modules are designed for the DCX-PCI300-H "high-density SCSI cable" version of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller. They are not compatible with the DCX-PCI300-R "ribbon cable" version.
Number of Axes 2 independently controlled axes
Operating Modes Position, Velocity, Torque, Gain
Control Filter 8KHz PID, 32 bit precision with Velocity & Acceleration Feed-Forward
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal, S-Curve, and Parabolic with independent acceleration and deceleration
Output Analog Signal, 16 bit ±10 VDC
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 10,000,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Other I/O Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home (all optically isolated)
Outputs: Amplifier Enable (all open collector)
Compare Specifications Click here for a detailed side-by-side comparison of specifications for Standard vs. Dual Servo modules


DCX-MC320 Sine Commutating Servo Module

MC320
DCX-MC320 Module
(± 10 volt dual analog command)

 Part Number For ribbon cable version of controller:
DCX-MC320-R5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC320-R24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
For SCSI cable version of controller:
DCX-MC320-H5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC320-H24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
Compatibility ""-R" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
"-H" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
Description Designed to precisely control and commutate AC sinewave brushless motors, allowing the use of low-cost AC brushless amplifiers. For an Application Note describing how to commutate and control a brushless motor with a DCX-MC320 Sine Commutating Servo Module, click here Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 387KB)
Operating Modes Position, Velocity, Torque, Gain
Control Filter 8KHz PID, 32 bit precision with Velocity & Acceleration Feed-Forward
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal, S-Curve, and Parabolic with independent acceleration and deceleration
Output Dual Analog Sinewave Signals, 16 bit ±10 VDC, 120° out of phase
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 10,000,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Other I/O Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Amplifier Fault (all optically isolated), Three (3) Hall Sensor Inputs
Outputs: Amplifier Enable, Direction (all open collector)


DCX-MC360 Stepper Motor Control Module

MC360
DCX-MC360 Module
(pulse control output)

 Part Number For ribbon cable version of controller:
DCX-MC360-R5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC360-R24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
For SCSI cable version of controller:
DCX-MC360-H5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC360-H24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
Compatibility ""-R" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
"-H" suffix in the part number denotes compatibility with the high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
Operating Modes Position, Velocity
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal, S-Curve, and Parabolic with independent acceleration and deceleration
Step Outputs Pulse & Direction, or CW & CCW, open collector, 50% duty cycle
Step Frequency 0.1 / sec to 5.0 M / sec
Position Feedback Incremental Encoder (single ended or differential), 10,000,000 counts / sec
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Other I/O Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Coarse Home, Null, Fault (all optically isolated), Auxiliary Encoder, high-speed encoder capture input
Outputs: Drive Enable, Full/Half Step, Full / Half Current (all open collector), encoder compare output (<1uSec)
Compare Specifications Click here for a detailed side-by-side comparison of specifications for Standard vs. Dual Servo modules


DCX-MC362 Dual Stepper Motor Control Module

MC362
DCX-MC362 Module
(Dual pulse command outputs)

 Part Number For SCSI cable version of controller:
DCX-MC362-H5: (5 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
DCX-MC362-H24: (24 Volt opto-isolated digital inputs)
Compatibility Dual Modules are designed for the DCX-PCI300-H "high-density SCSI cable" version of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller. They are not compatible with the DCX-PCI300-R "ribbon cable" version.
Number of Axes 2 independently controller axes
Operating Modes Position, Velocity
Velocity Profiles Trapezoidal, S-Curve, and Parabolic with independent acceleration and deceleration
Step Outputs Pulse & Direction, or CW & CCW, open collector, 50% duty cycle
Step Frequency 0.1 / sec to 5.0 M / sec
Position Feedback None
Encoder Supply +5 or +12 VDC, jumper selectable
Encoder Inputs Differential (-7 to +7 VDC) or TTL
Other I/O Inputs: Limit +, Limit -, Home, Fault (all optically isolated), Auxiliary Encoder, high-speed encoder capture input
Outputs: Drive Enable, Full / Half Current ( all open collector)
Compare Specifications Click here for a detailed side-by-side comparison of specifications for Standard vs. Dual Servo modules
I/O Modules
DCX-MC400 16 Channel Digital I / O Module

DCX-MC400
DCX-MC400 Module

 Part Number DCX-MC400-R: For use with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC400-H: For use with the optional high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
Voltage Range TTL
Input High Voltage 2.0 V (min), 5.3 V (max)
Input Low Voltage -0.3 V (min), 0.8 V (max)
Output High Voltage 2.4 V (min)
Output Low Voltage 0.4 V (max)


DCX-MC500 4 / 8 Channel Analog I / O Module

DCX-MC500
DCX-MC500 Module

 Part Number DCX-MC500-R: For use with the standard ribbon cable version (DCX-PCI300-R) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC500-H: For use with the optional high-density SCSI cable version (DCX-PCI300-H) of the DCX-PCI300 motion controller.
DCX-MC500 4 channels A / D, 4 channels D / A
DCX-MC510 4 channels A / D
DCX-MC520 4 channels D / A
Input Resolution 12-bit (1 in 4096)
Input Voltage Range 0 to +5
Output Resolution 12-bit (1 in 4096)
Output Voltage Range 0 to +5 @ 5ma, or -10 to +10 @ 5ma
Output Offset Adj. 20 turn potentiometer
Output Full Scale Adj. Single turn potentiometer
Software
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Software & Programming Tools
PMC offers a comprehensive suite of software, drivers and programming tools which are compatible with all PMC motion controllers. All software is available to PMC customers at no extra charge.More... Go to software page
  • Windows & Linux
  • With libraries for...
  • C/C++
  • C#/.NET
  • Delphi
  • Visual Basic
  • LabVIEW
  • Windows tools
  • Linux tools
  • Sample programs
    with source code

Accessories


Interconnection Breakout Board for the DCX-PCI-300-H (High-density SCSI cable version)

DCX-BF3XX-H Servo Interconnection Board

DCX-BF3XX-H Wiring Breakout Board - click image to enlarge
DCX-BF3XX-H: Interconnection Board
for DCX-PCI-300-H Motion Controller
(click image to enlarge)
Part Number
DCX-BF3XX-H
Connections Quick release "cage-clamp" terminal strips, grouped by function (motor, primary encoder, auxiliary encoder.) Each terminal pin is individually labeled for easier wiring.
Input Connector 26-pin Male IDC ribbon cable header.
Mounting Via mounting holes on the PCB or DIN rail clips
Dimensions PCB: 216 mm x 72 mm (8.44 inches x 2.81 inches), Overall: 216 mm x 78.4 mm (8.44 inches x 3.06 inches)
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-H


ADAM-3968 Wiring Terminal Board

ADAM 3968 Wiring Interconnection Board - click image to enlarge
ADAM-3968: Wiring Terminal Board
for the MultiFlex and DCX-PCI300-H controller families

(click image to enlarge)
Part Number
ADAM-3968
Description Low-cost universal 68-pin SCSI wiring terminal board with DIN-rail mount. One ADAM-3968 accommodates up to 2 axes of I/O.
Connections Provides 68 numbered screw clamp terminals arranged in two rows of 34 for easy access to the individual pins of the 68 pin SCSI cable used with MultiFlex PCI Series controllers.
Case Dimensions 77.5 mm (W) x 191.2 mm (L) x 51 mm (H)
(3.1" x 7.53" x 2.0")
Use With Any MultiFlex PCI series motion controller. Or with any MultiFlex ETH 1040, 1400, 1440 and 1802 motion controller when using the ICN-100 SCSI Interconnection Board. Can also be used with DCX-PCI300-H series motion controllers (contact PMC factory for the appropriate pin-out documentation).



Interconnection Boards for the DCX-PCI-300-R (Ribbon cable version)

DCX-BF300-R Servo Interconnection Board

BF300 Interconnection board
DCX-BF300-R: Interconnection
board for servo motors
Part Number
DCX-BF300-R
Connections Quick release terminal strips, grouped by function (motor, primary encoder, auxiliary encoder.) Each terminal pin is individually labeled for easier wiring.
Input Connector 26-pin Male IDC ribbon cable header.
Mounting Via mounting holes on the PCB or DIN rail clips
Dimensions 87 mm x 71 mm (3.4 inches x 2.8 inches)
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R


DCX-BF360-R Stepper Interconnection Board

BF300 Interconnection board
DCX-BF360-R: Interconnection
board for stepper motors
Part Number
DCX-BF360-R
Connections Quick release terminal strips, grouped by function (motor, primary encoder, auxiliary encoder.) Each terminal pin is individually labeled for easier wiring.
Input Connector 26-pin Male IDC ribbon cable header.
Mounting Via mounting holes on the PCB or DIN rail clips
Dimensions 87 mm x 71 mm (3.4 inches x 2.8 inches)
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R


DCX-BF320-R Sine Commutating Servo Interconnection Board

BF320 Interconnection board
DCX-BF320-R: Interconnection
board for brushless commutation
Part Number
DCX-BF320-R
Connections Quick release terminal strips, grouped by function (motor, primary encoder, auxiliary encoder.) Each terminal pin is individually labeled for easier wiring.
Input Connector 26-pin Male IDC ribbon cable header.
Mounting Via mounting holes on the PCB or DIN rail clips
Dimensions 87 mm x 71 mm (3.4 inches x 2.8 inches)
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R

Cables for the DCX-PCI-300-H, high-density connector motherboard and -H version modules

High-Density 68-pin VHDCI-to-VHDCI SCSI Cables

VHDCI SCSI Cable - click image for connector closeup
CBL-VV68-6: High-Density Cable
for DCX-PCI-300-H Motion Controller
(click image for connector closeup)
PMC Part Number
CBL-VV68-6
Description Industry-standard 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI ("SCSI-5" "Micro-centronics") Male to 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI Male cable assembly. Each cable accommodates I/O from up to two plug-in function modules: Two axes of I/O per cable using the standard axis modules, or up to 4 axes of I/O per cable when using the Dual Servo or Dual Stepper Axis Modules.)
Connections Mating Connector to DCX-PCI-300-H: 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI ("SCSI-5") Male
Mating Connector to Interconnection Board: 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI ("SCSI-5") Male
Cable Lengths 2 Meter (6ft.) cables available directly from PMC. Other lengths (0.5M, 1M, 2M, 3M and longer) are widely available from SCSI cable vendors. Click here for information about alternative cable sources.
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-H.


High-Density 68-pin VHDCI-to-SCSI-II/III SCSI Cables

MultiFlex SCSI Cable - click image for closeup
CBL-VH68-6: High-Density Cable
for the MultiFlex and DCX-PCI300-H controller families

(click image for connector closeup)
PMC Part Number
CBL-VH68-6 (6ft/~2M)
CBL-VH68-12 (12ft/~4M)
Note: One cable accommodates up to 2 axes of I/O.
Description Industry-standard 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI ("SCSI-5" "Micro-centronics") Male to 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male cable assembly.
Connections Mating connector to MultiFlex PCI card: 68-pin offset 0.8mm VHDCI ("SCSI-5") Male
Mating connector to SCSI interconnection board (ADAM-3968 or other SCSI interconnection board): 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male
Cable Lengths 6 ft. (2 Meter) and 12 ft. (4 Meter) cables available directly from PMC. Other lengths are widely available from SCSI cable vendors. Click here for information about alternative sources.
Use With Any MultiFlex PCI series motion controller. Or with any MultiFlex ETH 1040, 1400, 1440 and 1802 motion controller when using the ICN-100 SCSI Interconnection Board. Can also be used with DCX-PCI300-H series motion controllers (contact PMC factory for the appropriate pin-out documentation).


Other Sources of High-Density SCSI Cables and Connectors

For customers who wish to purchase high-density SCSI cables in volume directly from a third-party manufacturer or distributor, or for OEM's who wish to design their own custom breakout boards;
Click here for information about alternative cable sources.



Ribbon cables for all standard plug-in modules

Ribbon Cables for DCX Motion Controller Family

DCX Series Ribbon Cable - click image for closeup
26-Conductor IDC Ribbon Cable:
For DCX Family of Motion Controllers
(click image to enlarge)
Part Number
95.020.6   -   6 ft. (2M) cable assembly.
95.020.X   -   X ft. cable assembly. (Custom lengths, lead times will apply.)
Description Generic 26-conductor IDC Female to IDC Female ribbon cable assembly. Connects DCX Modules to Breakout Boards.
Connections Mating Connector to Controller Module: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Mating Connector to Breakout: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Cable Lengths 6 ft. (2M) cables are available from stock. Custom lengths can be built to order, but lead times may apply. See below for information on building your own ribbon cables.
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R, DCX-PCI100, or any legacy DCX Series motion controller such as DCX-AT300 or DCX-PC100.

Build Your Own Ribbon Cables

IDC ribbon cable components are inexpensive, widely available and easy to assemble. As a result, most customers choose to buy and assemble these cables themselves.

Components Required

26-conductor ribbon cable (cable only) is available from many manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Belden Corp.
  • Part No: 9L28026, or equivalent.
  • Description: Box of 100 ft. (30M) 26-conductor ribbon cable.

The mating IDC connectors are also available from several manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Circuit Assembly Corp.
  • Part No: 26IDS2-C-SPT-SR, or equivalent.
  • Description: 26-pin dual-row IDC Female connector assembly (polarized, with strain relief.)

Note: A small 3-4 inch (8-10cm) mini-vise clamp is useful (though not required) for installing the IDC connector onto the ribbon cable.