The National Instruments 780684-01 is a CAN Interface Device known as the PCI-8513, designed for efficient communication in industrial applications. This device is available in both 1-port and 2-port configurations and features high-performance CAN transceivers, including NXP TJA1041 or TJA1043, which support maximum baud rates of 1 Mbps for high-speed CAN and 125 kbps for low-speed CAN using the NXP TJA1054A or TJA1055T transceivers. For single-wire communication, the device utilizes the NXP AU5790 transceiver, capable of a maximum baud rate of 83.3 kbps. The operating temperature range for the 780684-01 is 0°C to 55°C, with a relative humidity tolerance of 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing, and suitable storage conditions of -20°C to 70°C with 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing.

This module is intended for indoor use and can be installed at altitudes up to 2000 meters, classified under pollution degree 2. It offers RTSI/Front Panel Sync Connectors featuring 7 input/output trigger lines and 1 input/output clock line, with TTL compatibility and high-impedance input state at power-on. Power requirements include 640 mA at +5 VDC and 940 mA at +3.3 VDC. The dimensions of the 780684-01 are 10.67 cm x 16.76 cm (4.2 in. x 6.6 in.), weighing 98 g (3.5 oz.). Additionally, the device conforms to safety standards IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1, and CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, ensuring suitability for measurement, control, and laboratory applications while exhibiting EMC compliance for resilience against high electrical noise levels, thus ensuring reliability and accuracy.