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Stacking Hardware

Using Dual-Lock Tabs and Splice Plates

For systems that make use of several data acquisition modules, stacking units together conserves space and

simplifies cable runs. Such stacking can be facilitated with dual-lock tabs or splice palates.

• Dual-lock tabs. Dual-lock tabs, often referred to as Velcro,

provide a means of temporarily

stacking modules together. The tabs provide a convenient way to quickly add modules to [or remove

modules from] a system. Dual-lock tabs are often used to attach a notebook PC to a module.

• Splice Plate Kits. Optional Splice Plate Kits are available through the factory. The kits include

metal plates that screw into the sides of modules to form a vertical rack of two or more modules. This

method allows the “enclosure” to size itself as needed rather than wasting space in a 1-size-fits-all

type of enclosure. A handle can be attached to the plate for convenience in portable applications.

Note that even when splice plates are used, dual-lock tabs are typically used to attach a notebook PC

to the top-level acquisition module.

Splice Plates

Dual-lock Tabs

(To attach to

notebook PC)

Optional Handle

Stacking Data Acquisition Modules