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OM-USB-TEMP-Series

8-Channel Temperature/Voltage Input USB Data Acquisition Modules

Models In Stock
  • Models OM-USB-TEMP and OM-USB-5203 have 8 Temperature Inputs
  • Model OM-USB-TEMP-AI has 4 Temperature Inputs and 4 Analog Voltage Inputs
  • Temperature Inputs are Software Programmable for Thermocouple, RTD, Thermistor or Semiconductor Temperature Sensors
  • Model OM-USB-5203 has Data Logging Capability (Compact Flash)
OM-USB-TEMP-Series
From £ 710.89
Models In Stock
8-Channel Temperature/Voltage Input USB Data Acquisition Modules OM-USB-TEMP-Series OM-USB-TEMP-Series
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Product Overview
  • Accuracy ± 0.25 °C
  • Configuration Parameters Pull-Up/Down Configuration, User-Configurable Input/Output
  • Data Interface Ethernet, USB 1.1, USB 2.0
  • Digital Input Digital: Low = –0.5 to 0.8 Vdc
  • Digital Output <100 mA typical
  • Electrical Connection Screw Terminal
  • Frequency Input Range 1 MHz
  • Height 36 mm
  • Input Configuration Connected Software
  • Input Type Note Thermocouple: J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N, RTD: pt100, 2, 3 or 4-wire DIN 43760, a = 0.00385, SAMA, a = 0.003911, ITS-90/IEC751, a = 0.0038505, Thermistor: 2, 3 or 4-wire standard 2252 through 30,000 Ω, Semiconductor Sensor: TMP36 or equivalent
  • Input Voltage Note Absolute Maximum Input Voltage: Thermocouple Inputs; ±25V (Power On), ±40V (Power Off): Voltage Inputs; ±25V (Power On), ±15V (Power Off)
  • Isolation Power Isolation: 500 Vdc minimum measurement system to PC, Input Isolation: 500 Vdc min between field wiring and USB interface
  • Length 127 mm
  • Operating Temperature, Max 50 °C
  • Operating Temperature, Min 0 °C
  • Pull-down Resistor 47 kΩ
  • Pull-up Resistor 47 kΩ
  • Relative Humidity 0 to 90% RH non-condensing
  • Sampling Rate 2 Hz (2 updates/second)
  • Series ID OM-USB-TEMP-Series
  • Storage Temperature, Max 85 °C
  • Storage Temperature, Min -40 °C
  • Supply Voltage 5 Vdc
  • USB Cable Length 3 m
  • Warm Up Time 30 min
  • Weight 182 g
  • Width 89 mm
  • Wire Gauge 30 to 16 AWG

Supported Applications

The Omega OM-USB-TEMP series comprises USB 2.0 full-speed data acquisition modules designed for temperature and voltage measurement in Microsoft® Windows® environments (Vista, 7, 8, 10). These standalone plug-and-play devices serve as eight-channel differential input systems programmable via software to interface with thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, semiconductor sensors, or analog voltages. The series supports data logging and real-time monitoring applications where a compact USB-connected module is required for sensor signal acquisition.

Operating Conditions & Performance

The modules operate within an ambient temperature range of 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) with storage temperatures from -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F). Humidity tolerance is rated at 0% to 90% RH non-condensing. The series utilizes a 24-bit analog-to-digital (A/D) converter for each pair of differential input channels, with a maximum throughput rate of up to 100 samples per second per channel and a response time of 2 samples/sec max when all active channels are engaged.

Measurement accuracy varies by sensor type and model configuration:

  • Thermocouples (Types J, K, R, S, T, N, E, B): Accuracy ranges from ±0.25°C to ±0.65°C depending on the specific thermocouple type and temperature span.
  • RTDs: 100 Ω platinum RTD measurements (2, 3, or 4-wire) offer typical errors between ±0.11°C and ±2.78°C across ranges from -200°C to 600°C.
  • Thermistors: Supported resistances include 2252 Ω through 30,000 Ω with maximum errors of ±0.05°C for the OM-USB-TEMP/OM-USB-5203 models across -40°C to 120°C ranges.
  • Semiconductor Sensors: TMP36 or equivalent sensors provide ±0.50°C accuracy from -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F).
  • Analog Voltage (OM-USB-TEMP-AI only): Absolute accuracies range from ±0.36 mV for the ±1.25V range up to ±2.78 mV for the ±10V range.

Configuration Options

The series offers configurable sensor inputs and output options tailored to specific data acquisition needs:

  • Sensor Inputs: Eight differential channels software-programmable for thermocouple, RTD (100 Ω platinum), thermistor, semiconductor sensors, or DC voltage.
  • Digital I/O: All models include eight independent, TTL-compatible digital input/output channels for monitoring inputs and generating alarms.
  • Data Logging: The OM-USB-5203 variant includes on-board data logging capability to a CompactFlash card (shipped with 512 MB).
  • Voltage Input: The OM-USB-TEMP-AI model supports analog voltage inputs in ±1.25V, ±2.5V, ±5V, and ±10V ranges.
  • Counter Output: Available on the OM-USB-TEMP-AI (1 channel).

The modules feature screw terminal connectors accepting 16 to 30 AWG wire for sensor inputs, ground, power, and digital I/O. Power is supplied via the USB cable; no external supply is required for standard operation, though the OM-USB-5203 requires an external AC adaptor (OM-USB-5200-ADAPTOR) when data logging.

Key Product Differences

The series consists of three primary model families with distinct functional capabilities:

  • OM-USB-TEMP: An 8-channel temperature input USB data acquisition module supporting thermocouple, RTD, thermistor, and semiconductor sensors.
  • OM-USB-TEMP-AI: An 8-channel temperature/voltage input module that adds analog voltage measurement capabilities (±1.25V to ±10V) and a single counter output channel.
  • OM-USB-5203: An 8-channel temperature input module with integrated data logging functionality, including an internal CompactFlash card slot for standalone recording.

All models are compatible with TracerDAQ software; the OM-USB-TEMP-AI and OM-USB-5203 support advanced features via TracerDAQ Pro, such as event counters, alarm conditions, hardware triggering, and linear scaling. The physical dimensions for all modules are 127 L x 89 W x 36 mm H (5.0" x 3.5" x 1.4"). Weights vary by model: OM-USB-TEMP/OM-USB-TEMP-AI weigh 182 g (6.4 oz), while the OM-USB-5203 weighs 227 g (8.0 oz).

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