AMAT 0190-08680 Special dual-channel DeviceNet scanning card

AMAT 0190-08680 is a specialized 2-Channel DeviceNet Scanner Card based on the CompactPCI (3U) architecture.

Manufactured for Applied Materials (AMAT) by SST (now part of Molex), this card serves as a critical communication bridge between a tool’s main controller and its various field devices,

such as mass flow controllers, sensors, and valves.

Technical Parameter Table

Related Models

The 0190-08680 is part of a broader ecosystem of interface cards used in AMAT systems. Related hardware includes:

0190-37993: DeviceNet Scanner Pro (3U CompactPCI).

0190-07502: MKS TeNTA cPCI interface.

0190-07450: 48-channel Digital I/O Card.

0190-22207: MKS-CTI cPCI Single Board Computer (SBC).

Application Cases

This card is primarily integrated into the Centura, Endura, and Producer series platforms.

Gas Box Control: Managing communication with multiple Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs).

Chamber Interlocks: Monitoring vacuum gauges and door sensors in real-time.

Wafer Handling: Interfacing with robotic arm controllers and alignment sensors to ensure precise substrate positioning.

Product Advantages and Features

High Reliability: Designed for 24/7 semiconductor fab environments where downtime is extremely costly.

Dual-Channel Efficiency: Control two separate DeviceNet networks from a single slot, saving space in the cPCI rack.

Hot-Swap Compatibility: Built on the CompactPCI standard, allowing for easier serviceability in modern system architectures.

Diagnostics: Front-panel LEDs provide immediate visual feedback on network health and communication status.

Installation and Maintenance

Installation: Ensure the cPCI rack is powered down before insertion. Align the card with the 3U guide rails and firmly seat the connector. Tighten the front panel screws to ensure proper grounding.

Configuration: DeviceNet MAC IDs and Baud rates are typically managed via the tool’s software interface (e.g., AMAT Common Control Framework).

Maintenance: Periodically check the DeviceNet connectors for secure fitting. Dust the cooling fins/front plate to prevent thermal throttling.

If the “MOD” or “NET” LEDs turn red, check for cable termination issues or power fluctuations in the DeviceNet trunk line.

Unique Product Description

The AMAT 0190-08680 isn’t just a communication card; it’s the “nervous system” of a semiconductor tool.

By utilizing the robust SST-DNP architecture, it provides a deterministic link between high-level process software and low-level hardware.

Its 3U form factor makes it a compact yet powerful solution for managing the complex array of sensors required for modern 300mm wafer processing.