Flextek
Electronics
Digital Power Control and Automation
Frequently Asked
Questions
Q1. What is so unique about
your
patented CLOZDTM
chip?
A1. Closed loop control may be
the most common and yet the most challenging task in electronics.
By automating this task with versatile interfaces that are easy to use,
a wide range of custom applications are quickly satisfied. Robust
operation is achieved through an advanced control algorithm that is
easily
configured for desired timing. Other methods and products require
extensive programming and complex frequency-domain analysis. CLOZDTM
is unique because it is so versatile and easy to use.
Q2. How is FlexControllerTM
SOC different than a microcontroller?
A2. Both have peripherals
for control applications, but FlexControllerTM
has built-in functions that are quickly applied through Visual
Basic.
Microcontrollers require lengthy programming in assembly language to do
even simple tasks. FlexControllerTM
is
designed for PC-based applications but it can also benefit
microcontroller
development by quickly testing algorithms in VB before committing to
time
consuming firmware coding.
Q3. Why would I want to use FlexBusTM
rather than USB alone?
A3. FlexBusTM
is optically isolated for safety and noise immunity that is
essential
in power control applications, while USB has bi-directional data lines
with extreme timing requirements that are not easily isolated.
FlexBusTM
can be connected to the PC COM port or USB to Serial Converter
(Full
Speed) for isolation with up to four devices on each port. USB
alone
is restricted to earth grounded data acquisition with short cables.
Q4. Why do I need your patented
flexible control system?
A4. You save time and money by
quickly configuring the same parts for multiple applications.
This
allows you to save on parts by purchasing in volume, reduce development
time by reapplying familiar technology, and increase reliability by
using
proven components. Application-specific solutions are too rigid
and
design-from-scratch solutions are too time consuming.
Read all the
details in our complete concise product manual!
Digital Power Control and Automation
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