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Wheatstone Bridge or PhidgetBridge pros and cons is one a better option
Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2017 5:22 am
by SteveColorado
I will have 4 load cells as input. The 2 options seem virtually the same except that the PhidgetBridge has 4 inputs. Or I could use use 2 Wheatstone Bridges and a Hub Phidget to accomplish the same thing. Anyone have experience with both? What are pros and cons for one over the other?
Re: Wheatstone Bridge or PhidgetBridge pros and cons is one a better option
Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2017 8:10 am
by mparadis
Both boards have a 24-bit ADC, so actual performance with load cells should be about the same.
1046 - PhidgetBridge
+ 4 Inputs
- Cost $90 USD
- Enclosure sold separately
DAQ1500 - Wheatstone Bridge Phidget (requires
HUB0000)
+ Comes with Enclosure
+ Cost $60 USD ($30 plus $30 for VINT Hub)
+ VINT Hub can be used to connect other Phidgets and sensors
- 2 Inputs
It's worth noting that you can get the VINT Hub and two DAQ1500s for the same price as a 1046 if you need all four inputs.