The PLIN-USB enables a Windows computer to be connected to a LIN network via USB. The adapter supports the LIN protocol in accordance with the ISO 17987 standard and meets all LIN specifications up to version 2.2. The interface can be operated as master or slave.
The PLIN-View Pro monitor application and the PLIN programming interface for developing applications with a LIN connection are included in the scope of delivery.
- PLIN-USB in plastic casing
- LIN interface drivers for Windows® 11 (64-bit), 10 (32/64 bit)
- LIN monitor PLIN-View Pro for Windows®
- Programming interface PLIN-API for developing applications with LIN connection
- Manual in PDF format
Pin assignment D-Sub
| Pin | Pin assignment |
|---|---|
| 1 | not connected |
| 2 | not connected |
| 3 | not connected |
| 4 | LIN |
| 5 | GND |
| 6 | GND |
| 7 | not connected |
| 8 | not connected |
| 9 | VBAT |
- Adapter for the USB connection (Full-Speed mode, compatible with USB 1.1, USB 2.0, and USB 3.0)
- LIN connection (ISO 17987)
- Compliant with all LIN specifications
(up to version 2.2) - Bit rates from 1 kbit/s up to 20 kbit/s
- Can be used as a LIN master or slave (1 ms master task resolution)
- Automatic bit rate, frame length, and checksum type recognition
- Autonomous scheduler with support for unconditional, event, and sporadic frames
- LIN bus connection via D-Sub, 9-pin
- LIN connection short-circuit-proof against transceiver supply and ground
- NXP TJA1028T LIN transceiver
- Galvanic isolation on the LIN connection up to 500 V
- Indicator LED for interface status
- Adapter supply 5 V DC via USB port
- Transceiver supply 6 - 28 V DC via D-Sub, pin 9
- Extended operating temperature range from -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F)
| PLIN-USB user manual |
| PLIN-USB Users Manual in PDF Format |
| Device driver setup for Windows |
| PEAK-System installation package for device drivers and tools for Windows® 11 (64-bit), 10 (32/64-bit) for our PC interfaces. Included tools: PEAK Settings, PCAN-View, PLIN-View Pro, and Virtual PCAN-Gateway. |
| PLIN API |
| API for the development of applications with LIN connection for Windows® 11 (64-bit), 10 (32/64-bit). |