Canberra 556A AIM Acquisition Interface NIM BIN Module Used

Canberra 556A AIM Acquisition Interface Nuclear Instrumentation Module (NIM)

Condition:

Used, clean, and in good condition based on our visual inspection. This unit was stored as a spare and marked as “good” before storage. However, we do not have the means to test it ourselves.

Here’s what we know about it:

• Purpose: The Canberra 556A AIM is an acquisition interface module that bridges nuclear detection equipment with data acquisition systems.
• Key Features:
  • Designed for use with other NIM modules like Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) and amplifiers.
  • Connects to a computer via Ethernet for data transfer and control.
  • Typically installed in slot 2 of a NIM bin for optimal integration.
  • Utilizes a 34-pin ribbon cable to interface with ADC modules.
  • May support Instrument Control Bus (ICB) through 20-pin cables.
• System Integration:
  • Commonly used with modules such as Canberra ADCs, amplifiers, and power supplies.
  • Supports various detectors like HPGe and HgI2 for spectroscopy.
• Operation:
  • Connects via Ethernet to computer systems for control.
  • Interfaces with ADCs through ribbon cables and works within NIM bin setups.
  • Upon power-up, runs a test sequence and indicates operational status with a green “OK” light.
• Applications:
  • Gamma-ray spectroscopy, alpha particle detection, nuclear material analysis, and research in nuclear physics labs.

The Canberra 556A AIM is a vital component for building complete nuclear spectroscopy systems.