The PEAK-System PCAN-USB-XL represents the next generation of USB-to-CAN interfaces, designed specifically to meet the high-throughput demands of modern off-highway, agricultural (ISOBUS), and automotive control systems. While maintaining full backward compatibility with existing networks, the XL variant introduces cutting-edge support for the CAN XL standard. [
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Key Technical Capabilities:
- CAN XL Protocol Support: Handles bit rates up to 20 Mbit/s for data fields and accommodates extended payloads of up to 2,048 bytes per frame.
- CAN FD & Classic CAN Compatibility: Natively interfaces with CAN FD networks (up to 12 Mbit/s) and standard Classic CAN 2.0A/2.0B systems (up to 1 Mbit/s).
- Hardware-Level Precision: Features high-resolution timestamping for precise network analysis and frame monitoring.
- Galvanic Isolation: Integrated 500-volt galvanic decoupling isolates the host computer’s USB port from physical transient spikes or ground loops on the machine bus lines.
Included Software Ecosystem:
Every unit ships production-ready with a comprehensive deployment package:
- PCAN-View for Windows: A real-time bus monitoring utility used to track, transmit, log, and analyze CAN frames.
- PCAN-Basic API: A free, robust programming interface that allows developers to write custom testing, diagnostic, and automation routines in Python, C++, C#, and .NET without restrictive licensing paywalls.
- Cross-Platform Device Drivers: Fully supported device drivers for Windows 11/10 and Linux systems.