Multi Channel Analyzer

MCA527

Device type: Digital Multi Channel Analysers


The MCA527 is the successor of the MCA166 and is equipped with highly developed hardware. The digital design allows higher throughput, a greater variability in parameter settings and a wider application range. The MCA527 can be controlled by RS232, Ethernet and USB.



Physical characteristics

Dimension 181mm × 111mm × 45mm

Weight of the module 829g

Weight of the charger 320g

Operating temperature 0 - 50°C

Relative humidity up to 90%, non condensing

Protection class IP42, EMC compliant

Key Features

  • Up to 16k Channel  resolution
  • low power consumption of  0.6W
  • 10-25h battery duration (depending on detector)
  • 5 coarse gain steps
  • Data acquisition done with 14bit ADC @10MS/S
  • Automatic spectra recording
  • Peak stabilization
  • Power Supply for Preamplifier: ± 12V and ± 24V,  60mA
  • Modular high voltage power supply: up to ± 3600V or up to ± 5000V with special HV module.
  • D-SUB9 connector for preamplifier supply, BNC for signal, SHV for high voltage and Lemo00 as gate input
  • Upgrade on list modes (useable as a multiplicity or neutron coincidences counter)
  • Solid eloxed aluminum housing with rubber seating

Downloads for MCA527

PDF MCA527 Datasheet

PDF MCA527 Datasheet  for the application as neutron coincidence counter

PDF MCA527 User Manuel

PDF MCA527 Accessories

PDF MCA527 List Mode Information

PDF Important USB cable information


Additional Software and Firmware Updates can be found in our download section >>

References of GBS Elektronik GmbH

Research Center Dresden-Rossendorf | Technical University of Berlin | University of Frankfurt | Society of Heavy Ion Research, Darmstadt | University of Augsburg | Institute for Surface Modification, Leipzig | Research Center Jülich | European Commission, Luxembourg | Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements, Geel, Belgium | Joint Research Center Ispra, Italy | Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais, Brazil | CNEA, Argentina | National Accelerator Center, Cape Town, South Africa | Samsung, South Korea | University of Sydney, Australia