NI Offers a Truly Portable CAN Module
In the field of fieldbus communication, National Instruments has never been the undisputed market leader, but the brand has consistently stood out thanks to the quality and diversity of its products, as well as their seamless integration into complete systems— whether for data acquisition, automated testing, or industrial vision.
On the software side, the NI-XNET driver is a perfect example of this integrated approach: it provides unified support for CAN, CAN-FD, J1939, LIN, and FlexRay protocols through a common function set, dramatically simplifying development.
The Arrival of the USB-8502 and USB-8506 Modules: A Real Step Forward
In 2017, NI made a significant leap with the release of the USB-8502 and USB-8506 modules.
These compact, lightweight devices are fully powered via USB—and even better, they also supply power to the CAN or LIN bus.
This smart design makes them ideal tools for portable diagnostic and monitoring applications:
- No need for an external power supply
- Direct connection to a laptop
- Small, easy-to-carry form factor
- And now a more accessible price, competitive with other market solutions
A Perfectly Matched Solution: NeoCANView
Designed to fully leverage these new modules, NeoCANView perfectly embodies the philosophy of simplicity and efficiency required for portable applications.
With its intuitive, fast, and lightweight interface, it allows users to connect to a CAN network in just a few clicks, delivering a smooth and productive experience—whether for field diagnostics or embedded development.
A perfect match between the portability of NI hardware and the simplicity of NeoCANView software.
In Summary
🔌 USB-8502 / 8506 modules: compact, USB-powered, and supplying CAN/LIN bus power
💡 Perfect for portable monitoring and diagnostic applications
⚙️ NeoCANView: a simple, fast interface designed for mobile use cases
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