Description
VMIC VMIVME-6005 – VMEbus Multi‑Port Serial I/O Board for Reliable Legacy Equipment Integration
The VMIC VMIVME-6005 is a VMEbus serial communications board designed to add multiple asynchronous ports to a 6U VME system. From my experience, this series is typically used to bridge legacy RS‑232/422/485 devices—PLC ports, drives, barcode scanners, HMIs—into a modern VME control rack without re-architecting the whole cabinet. You might notice that the 6000‑series layout makes it straightforward to standardize spares across lines when you have a mix of serial standards on the floor.
A maintenance lead at a food packaging plant told us the 6005 replaced a failing serial concentrator and stabilized data collection from weigh-check stations, all while keeping the original VME CPU and application untouched. That’s the kind of low-risk upgrade many teams prefer in brownfield environments.
Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty: 365 days
- Lead time: 1 week if in stock; no more than 1 month at the latest
- Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment prior to delivery
- Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
Key Features
- Multi‑port asynchronous serial on VME – Suited for connecting multiple field devices without extra gateways.
- RS‑232/422/485 support (variant‑dependent) – Typically configurable per channel to match device wiring and distance.
- VME64 6U form factor – Fits standard 19-inch VME racks; easy swap for existing serial boards.
- Interrupt‑driven operation – Helps reduce CPU overhead and improves responsiveness in mixed I/O systems.
- Front or rear I/O options – In many cases, ports are available via a front high‑density connector or a rear transition module.
- Proven in legacy modernization – A practical way to extend the life of stable VME control assets while adding new device connections.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | VMIC VMIVME-6005 (legacy GE/Abaco line) |
| HS Code | 853890 (Parts for electrical control apparatus) |
| Bus / Form Factor | VME64, 6U board; P1/P2 backplane connectors |
| Power Requirements | +5 VDC from VME backplane (typical operation); ±12 V rails may be used for transceivers depending on variant; current draw varies by port usage |
| Dimensions & Weight | Approx. 233.35 mm × 160 mm (6U VME); ~0.6 kg typical |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 °C (commercial grade typical) |
| Signal Input/Output Types | Multi‑port asynchronous serial; RS‑232/422/485 (model‑dependent); common baud rates up to 115.2 kbps typical |
| Communication Interfaces | VME A16/A24 addressing, D16 data; vectored interrupts (levels 1–7 typical); front panel or rear I/O via transition module depending on variant |
| Installation Method | 6U plug‑in to VME backplane; secure with card guides; connect serial via front high‑density connector or matching transition/cable set (per model) |
Related or Supporting Products
- VMIVME-6015 – Higher port‑count asynchronous serial variant; useful when you need more channels on a single slot.
- VMIVME-6016 – Multi‑protocol serial with expanded per‑port configuration; typically chosen for mixed RS‑232/422/485 sites.
- Rear Transition Module (per series) – Routes serial I/O to rear of the chassis; cleaner cabling in dense racks.
- High‑density breakout cable sets – Adapts the front connector to individual DB9/DB25 device leads.
- VMIC/GE VME CPU boards (e.g., VMIVME-78xx) – Common host CPUs used alongside the 6000‑series serial cards.
Installation & Maintenance
- Cabinet & environmental: Install in a standard 6U VME chassis with adequate airflow. Keep ambient 0–55 °C and avoid high dust or moisture. Use blanking panels to maintain airflow.
- Wiring & grounding: Follow RS‑232/422/485 pinouts for the specific variant/cable set. Maintain shield continuity at one end to limit ground loops. For RS‑485, match termination and biasing.
- Backplane setup: Verify VME address settings and interrupt level on jumpers or switches before power‑up. Label each port’s configuration to simplify future service.
- Routine checks: Periodically inspect connectors for strain, clean contacts during shutdown, and confirm serial error counters in your diagnostics. Firmware or microcode updates are uncommon on these boards, but keep system software notes aligned with your CPU/OS image.
- Spares strategy: Keep one tested spare per rack bay in critical lines; the 6005 is typically hot‑swappable only at the system level (power down before exchange).
Quality & Certifications
- CE conformity: Units from this family are commonly CE marked for EMC; documentation can vary by production lot.
- UL/CSA: Built using UL‑recognized components in most cases; check board label for the exact mark.
- RoHS: Legacy versions may be non‑RoHS; many plants still accept them for maintenance of existing equipment.
- Manufacturing system: Originally produced under ISO 9001 quality management at the OEM.
- Seller warranty: 365‑day warranty as stated above.
If you’re standardizing a VME serial layer or replacing a discontinued board, the VMIVME-6005 seems to be a safe, low‑impact choice. Share your required port count, signal standard (RS‑232/422/485), and I/O routing preference (front vs rear), and we’ll match the correct variant and cable set before shipment.
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