PowerLab – Data with Integrity
PowerLab is a high quality data acquisition device engineered to record precise, reliable, consistent data for research and education.
PowerLabs are capable of high speed sampling and form the core of many research data acquisition systems – they are compatible with instruments, signal conditioners, and transducers supplied by ADInstruments and many other leading brands.
Developed in 1985, PowerLab has been a reliable data acquisition tool for an entire generation of scientists and educators. It has always offered a simple and flexible solution for almost all types of analog physiological data acquisition.
With the addition of the PowerLab C data acquisition hardware for research, we are excited to continue supporting a whole new generation of scientists with unparalleled flexibility for both analog and digital data acquisition.
PowerLab is a high quality data acquisition device engineered to record precise, reliable, consistent data for research and education.
PowerLabs are capable of high speed sampling and form the core of many research data acquisition systems – they are compatible with instruments, signal conditioners, and transducers supplied by ADInstruments and many other leading brands.
Developed in 1985, PowerLab has been a reliable data acquisition tool for an entire generation of scientists and educators. It has always offered a simple and flexible solution for almost all types of analog physiological data acquisition.
With the addition of the PowerLab C data acquisition hardware for research, we are excited to continue supporting a whole new generation of scientists with unparalleled flexibility for both analog and digital data acquisition.
PowerLab Highlights
Simple
- Simple to set up, connect directly to Windows or Mac via USB.
- Streamlined integration with analysis software.
Reliable
- Excellent time synchronisation between channels.
- Built to last with 5 year warranty on research models.
- Robust and portable
High-speed, real-time data acquisition. - High resolution on even the smallest of signals.
- Advanced filtering and noise reduction.
Flexible
- Records a broad range of signals simultaneously.
- Compatible with a wide range of instruments, signal conditioners and transducers.
- Independent stimulator outputs.
Trusted
- Trusted brand for over 30 years.
- Cited in more than 30,000 peer-reviews journals.
- Certified to meet the strictest international safety standards for human and animal use
PowerLab for Research
PowerLab C is a digital data acquisition device at the heart of a modular system that provides unparalleled flexibility for researchers looking to invest in customizable, reliable, solutions for both now, and in the future.
Analog compatible
Based on modern digital architecture, PowerLab C integrates data from up to four C Series compatible USB-C devices. Our first two C Series compatible devices are the Instrument Interface and the Front End Interface. When connected to the PowerLab C, these Interfaces allow you to integrate any existing analog technology, ADInstruments or otherwise, with sub-µS synchronization and seamlessly stream data into one software platform (LabChart 8 or LabChart Lightning) for analysis. So you can invest in the future while still being able to use existing equipment in your lab!
Digital framework for the future
Looking forward, we are planning a complete product pipeline of C Series digital DAQ devices, so you can sample data with unparalleled precision and time synchronization across all aspects of your research.
Modular
Provides a modular data acquisition system that can grow as your research requirements grow
- Create a simple setup of one device connected to a computer via a C Series Interface,
- Connect multiple devices via C Series Interfaces with a PowerLab C,
- Or chain multiple PowerLab C units together for even greater sampling capacity
Powerful and Portable
PowerLab C provides unique power management options for increased portability and system customization
- Can be powered from mains, laptop or portable battery pack for increased portability in different experimental setups
- Can power other USB-PD compliant devices… fun fact, it is the most powerful USB-C power delivery device on the market!
- Sophisticated power management of up to 4 devices at 100W each
Additional Specs
- Powered by standard USB-PD
- Adaptive mains filtering (when using a mains powered PowerLab C)
- PowerLab Event Link (PEL) gives low latency inter-device communication for advanced real time applications
- Seamless firmware updates in LabChart 8 and LabChart Lightning
- IEC60601-1 Compliance
- 5 year warranty
PowerLab C is a digital data acquisition device that provides adaptive mains filtering, power management for peripheral devices (max 100W via USB-PD) and sub-µS time synchronization for up to four C Series compatible USB-C devices (currently up to 32 channels).
Features
- Can be powered from mains, PC port, AUX port
- RGB Power LED to indicate power source
- Connects up to 4 devices
- ‘PowerLab Event Link (PEL)’ facilitates sub-µS time synchronization
- Daisy chain for increased sampling capacity
Instrument Interface
PLCI1
Provides 4 channels of input capability from any analog instrument to the PowerLab C. Up to 100kHz sampling on 4 channels. 20mV to 10 V range.
Configuration options
With PowerLab C connectivity S
Benefits from adaptive mains filtering, sub-µS time synchronization with other C Series compatible devices.
Connect directly to computer
Perfect solution for simple setups where only one instrument interface is required.
Front End Interface
PLCF1
Converts analog data from existing (and majority of legacy) ADInstruments Front-Ends such as Bridge Amps and Bio-Amps, so that they can be digitally sampled by the PowerLab C. Up to 8 channels at 50 kHZ, or 4 channels at 100 kHz. Comes in 1, 2, 4 and 8 channel variants (different cables).
Configuration options
With PowerLab C connectivity
Benefits from adaptive mains filtering, sub-µS time synchronization with other C Series compatible devices, enough power for any Front End.
Connect directly to computer
Perfect solution for simple setup, does not apply to Octal Front Ends.
Built for precision, our 26 Series Research PowerLabs are engineered to give you high quality, reproducible data from analog signals while meeting the strictest international safety standards.
Highly functional and adaptable, the 26 Series PowerLab is an economically priced, entry-level alternative to the PowerLab C, fit for your data acquisition requirements.
The PowerLab 26 Series provides 16-bit resolution on all gain ranges for high resolution on even the smallest of signals. Each channel has individual filters and noise reduction circuitry for minimal channel crosstalk and signal noise. All 26 Series PowerLabs have 2 analog outputs, a trigger input, and come with a 5-year product warranty.
26 Series
PowerLab 4/26
PL2604
Economically priced 4 channel data acquisition featuring 4 analog inputs.
PowerLab 2/26
PL2602
Entry level 2 channel data acquisition featuring 2 analog inputs.
PowerLab for Education
The ideal data acquisition (DAQ) solution for life science classroom experiments. PowerLab supports engaging, hands-on learning with simple set-up and good quality data. It is designed to handle repeated and heavy use by students and maintain data accuracy and reliability.
The T Series PowerLab is an economically priced high quality DAQ unit with built-in, fully isolated, two-channel bio amplifier, isolated stimulator, separate non-isolated analog inputs, and a differential-mode analog output.
T Series
PowerLab 26T
PL26T04
Integrated data recording featuring a dual Bio Amp, an isolated stimulator, trigger input, 4 analog inputs, 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs.
PowerLab 15T
PL15T02
Entry level integrated data recording featuring a dual Bio Amp, an isolated stimulator and 2 analog inputs.
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