LABA7 Data Acquisition System
External DAQ for Scotch-Yoke Shock Dynos and EMAs
The LABA7 designed this compact Ethernet-based data acquisition (DAQ) system to enhance the functionality of your LABA7 shock dynos. Whether you operate a Scotch-Yoke Dyno (SYD) or an EMA, this system significantly expands your testing capabilities.
How does it work? With the LABA7 software, every signal is time-synchronized, providing a comprehensive view of damper behavior.
Need more channels? Add more units! Daisy-chain DAQ systems to connect an infinite number of sensors without losing time alignment.
Key Features of LABA7’s Ethernet DAQ for suspension testing
Take your damper testing beyond force-displacement curves. Connect any sensor, expand without limits, and unlock synchronized high-speed data.
- 16-bit resolution, up to 125 kHz sampling
- Ethernet connectivity for remote logging and configuration
- Integrated 45 W AC/DC power supply – no external adapters required
- Regulated sensor power outputs: 5 × 12 V (500 mA each) + 3 × 5 V (500 mA each)
- Dedicated connectors for each input/output channel
- Differential input reading for noise-free, high-accuracy signals
- RS-485 synchronization for multi-system integration
- Compact, rugged design for lab and motorsport use
Price for EMA model: 5,000 EUR (ex VAT)
Price for SYD model: 3,000 EUR (ex VAT)
Technical Specifications
Analog Inputs
Channels: 8 single-ended or 4 differential
Resolution: 16 bits
Input Ranges: ±10 V, ±5 V, ±2 V, ±1 V
Max Throughput: 125 kS/s (aggregate)
Input Impedance: >1 MΩ
Analog Outputs
Channels: 2
Resolution: 16 bits
Output Range: 0-5 V
Update Rate: 500 kS/s per channel
Digital I/O
Channels: 8 bidirectional
Logic Levels: 3.3 V / 5 V compatible
Individually configurable
Counter
Channels: 1, 32-bit resolution
Input Frequency: up to 10 MHz (TTL-level)
Triggering & Synchronization
External Trigger Input: Differential (RS485)
External Clock I/O: TTL compatible
Communication
Ethernet 10/100BASE-T, TCP/IP & UDP
Fully compatible with LABA7 software
Sensor Power Outputs
5 × 12 V regulated outputs (500 mA each)
3 × 5 V regulated outputs (500 mA each)
500 mA PTC fuse per channel
Power Supply
Integrated AC/DC: 45 W, 12 V output
Input Voltage: 85–264 VAC, 47–63 Hz
DC Option: 8–16 V external supply
General
Dimensions: 191 × 161 × 66 mm
Weight: ~500 g
Operating Temp: 0 °C to +30 °C
Why Use the Data Acquisition System?
Standard dynos capture force vs. displacement, but damper development requires more insight. The LABA7 External DAQ System expands your testing by synchronizing additional signals, such as:
- Accelerometers for vibration analysis on a damper housing or test rig
- Pressure sensors for real-time oil chamber pressure for flow studies
- Hall-effect sensors for piston position and shaft speed tracking
- LVDTs / potentiometers for precise displacement and stroke measurement
- Temperature sensors to track oil and component heat for fade and viscosity analysis
- Noise sensors for NVH testing
- And any other sensor
Data from all sensors is aggregated and consolidated within the LABA7 software. It’s aligned in time with force, displacement, and other “native” curves to create a full dynamic profile of damper performance under real-world conditions.
Ecosystem Integration
Works with all LABA7 Scotch-Yoke Shock Dynos: Featherlight, Light, Mid, Heavy, Super Heavy
Fully compatible with the LABA7 EMA Electromagnetic Damper Test System
From compact dynos to high-power EMA rigs, every sensor channel is synchronized in the same LABA7 software environment
Multiple DAQ Systems can be connected to scale your setup to an unlimited, lab-grade test system
Who Benefits Most from the Damper Data Acquisition System?
- OEM engineers can validate prototypes with multi-sensor correlation
- Motorsport teams can advance tuning and setup optimization with expanded sensor data
- Damper manufacturers can develop shock absorbers with deeper insights into internal dynamics
Frequently Asked Questions About DAQ System
What is the LABA7 DAQ System used for?
DAQ system stands for data acquisition system. It connects external sensors (such as pressure, temperature, displacement, or accelerometers) to LABA7 Scotch-Yoke shock dynos or EMAs. They help collect much more data about the damper performance which is synchronized in the LABA7 software for advanced analysis.
Which LABA7 machines are compatible with the Data Acquisition System?
The system works with all LABA7 Scotch-Yoke Shock Dynos (Featherlight, Light, Mid, Heavy, Super Heavy) and the EMA Electromagnetic Damper Test System.
Can I connect multiple DAQ units at the same time?
Yes. Multiple Data Acquisition Systems can be daisy-chained, allowing virtually unlimited sensors while keeping all data perfectly time-synchronized in LABA7 software.
What makes the LABA7 Data Acquisition System different from generic DAQs?
Unlike off-the-shelf DAQs, the LABA7 system is designed for damper testing. It provides integrated sensor power outputs, Ethernet connectivity, and differential input reading for noise-free high-accuracy signals, all synchronized with LABA7 shock dynos and EMA.