HYDROPLEXTM

MULTIPLEXED ON-BOARD NETWORK

 

 

 

 

HydroplexTM is the answer to increasing vehicle electrical system complexities. Modular and user programmable, HydroplexTM eliminates complex wiring harnesses and replaces them with four wires: two for data, two for power. A series of nodes are strategically located throughout the vehicle, communicating on a high-speed network. The nodes connect directly to sensors, switches, and loads. No need for relays, fuses or circuit breakers. HydroplexTM can handle continuous loads of 10 Amps with full current limiting and short-circuit protection built-in. 
 

HydroplexTM features these solutions to challenging vehicle systems: 

  •  Inputs - high resolution, analog, digital, and frequency
  •  Outputs - analog PWM for soft-start and proportional control  as well as discrete (on-off)
  •  Compatibility - CAN standard, others optional
  •  Load Sentry™ - constant continuity checker
  •  Diagnostics - on-board for easy troubleshooting
  •  Flexibility - various node configurations for optimum network  design 

 

 

 

 

 

HydroplexTM offers manufacturers 

increased flexibility along with reduced 

system costs overall, while operators realize 

higher reliability and less maintenance.

 

 

 
 

HYDROPLEXTM MODULES FEATURES CHART

Features/Modules

Zone Module

I/O Module

Input Module

Indicator Module

Display Module

Dual Purpose Inputs (Analog/Digital)

8

2

-

-

-

High-Resolution Dual Purpose Inputs

8

-

-

-

-

Frequency Inputs

3

1

-

-

-

Discrete (On/Off) Inputs

38

8

28

-

-

Power Outputs

10

4

-

-

-

PWM (Analog) Power Outputs

7

4

-

-

-

Ultra-Bright LED's

-

-

-

24

-

Blue LED's

-

-

-

1

-

LCD Display

-

-

-

-

1

Main Multiplexed CAN Bus

1

1

1

1

1

Auxiliary Service Bus

1

1

-

-

-

A complete network can be built without a Zone Module relying principally on I/O Modules.
The Zone Module is designed to replace a number of I/O Modules, typically 3 or 4, where applicable.