Racelogic CANTran

CAN Bus interface with digital outputs of speed & RPM

The CANTran from Racelogic is a small interface device used to generate a wheel speed pulse and engine rpm pulse using the CAN bus of a vehicle. This is useful for interfacing various electronic devices to modern cars which no longer have conventional signal available.

Each CANTran unit contains a database of many different vehicles and will automatically recognise the vehicle type it is fitted to so there is nothing for the user to configure.

Recognised manufacturer examples are: Mercedes, BMW, VAG, Porsche, Ferrari, SAAB, Vauxhall, Jaguar, Fiat, Alfa, Renault, Citroen, and Peugeot.

CANTran distributors

Whilst Racelogic manufacture and design this device, CanTran is sold exclusively through two distributors:

Sailes and Marketing: www.sailesmarketing.com

CANTran Application

The CANTran is mainly used for providing a speed pulse to after market GPS Navigation systems, and driving Taxi meters. Other uses include Data logging for test and development, Telematics, and vehicle tracking.

CANTran Connections

Pin I/O Description Colour 1 I Ground Black 2 I Module +12v power Red 3 O Road speed Orange 4 O Engine RPM Green 5 I CAN high (+ve) Yellow 6 I CAN low (-ve) Blue

CANTran Specification

• Frequency approximately: 0.62 Hz per every 1 kph (1 Hz per every 1 mph)
• Output voltage: 12V square wave
• Minimum speed approximately: 3 kph (1.7 mph)
• Approximate pulses per km: 2240 (per mile: 3600)
• Fully compatible with the ISO11898 standard
• Bus lines protected against transients in an automotive environment
• Differential receiver with wide common-mode range for high immunity against Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
• Slope control to reduce Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
• Supply voltage: 12V (from ignition or switched line)
• Short-circuit proof to battery and ground
• Approximate current draw: 30 mA
• Warranty: 12 months

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