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U1-USB-ISOLATOR

U1-USB-ISOLATOR

StarTech
Interface Modules USB 2 0 Isolator
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Overview

The U1-USB-ISOLATOR is a galvanic USB isolator designed to protect host computers and connected equipment from ground loops and electrical surges up to 6KV. It supports USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards while providing an isolated 5V power output at up to 250mA for the downstream device. The unit features an IP40-rated enclosure and is DIN rail mountable, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.

Why Choose This Part

This isolator offers high-level 6KV galvanic isolation and is TAA-compliant for government and defense contracts. Its wide operating temperature range of -30C to 75C and rugged DIN rail mountable design ensure reliability in demanding thermal and mechanical conditions.

Applications

Industrial Data Acquisition
Protects sensitive DAQ hardware and host PCs from ground loop interference and high-voltage transients in factory settings.
Medical Equipment Interfacing
Provides electrical isolation for peripherals connected to medical workstations to ensure patient and operator safety.
Lab Test and Measurement
Eliminates noise in precision measurement setups caused by common-mode voltage differences between the PC and the instrument.

Key Specifications

Type USB Isolator
For Use With/Related Products Ethernet

Getting Started

Installation is plug-and-play with no drivers required for Windows, macOS, or Linux systems. Simply mount the device to a standard DIN rail and connect the host and peripheral via standard USB cables to establish an isolated link.

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