Network Adapter for Printing and Data Transfer
PT-Node is an adapter that connects up to two Pharma Test instruments simultaneously to a network using a wired LAN or wireless WiFi connection. This way you can print test results from the instrument via your web browser on any local or network printer. Furthermore, it is possible to transfer the test results from the instruments to external systems in the same network. PT-Node launches with support for several different Pharma Test instruments and support for more instruments is planned.
PT-Node Network Adapter for Printing and Data Transfer
A small OLED screen shows the network connection status of the device including its IP address. For the initial setup PT-Node creates a WiFi access point to which you can connect from your computer or smartphone to configure your network setting. Both wired LAN and wireless WiFi connections are supported with either static IP addresses or DHCP.
Once this initial setup is performed the display shows which instruments are connected to both channels of the PT-Node. An icon shows that PT-Node is currently receiving data and from which channel. The current date and time are displayed as well.
Web Interface
PT-Node is configured through a web interface that you can access through your desktop or mobile browser without installing any software locally. The connection setting for many Pharma Test instruments are pre-defined. You can connect up to two instruments at the same time and they can simultaneously send data to PT-Node.
Data Transfer
PT-Node stores the data it receives from the connected instruments to its internal SD card. It makes the data available via network (Ethernet/TCP) either by a wired LAN or wireless WiFi connection. By default, connection to the network is made by DHCP but static IP addresses can also be configured. To perform the initial network configuration PT-Node creates a WiFi access point through which the web interface of PT-Node can be accessed.
The result data stored on PT-Node can be accessed through a FTP connection. The data itself is stored in .csv files.
The main features of the PTB 330 instrument are:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | OLED screen shows network status, IP address, connected instruments and date & time |
| Configuration | Web-interface through web browser |
| Data storage | Internal SD card |
| Interfaces | 2 x RS-232 serial port to connect up to two Pharma Test instruments simultaneously, 1 x LAN port or WiFi to connect to company network |
| Printer support | Printing via web browser on any local or network printer |
| Data access | FTP server connection |
| Power | 115-230 Volt AC, 50/60 Hz |
| CE / EMC certification | All CE / EMC Certification provided |
| Validation | All IQ & OQ documents included |
We reserve the right to make technical changes without any prior notice.
In addition to the standard scope of supply Pharma Test offers a broad range of accessories and options including:
