QwikData™ Data Acquisition Systems
It’s no secret that professional racers rely on data acquisition systems to give them the winning edge, but until now, high quality systems have been too expensive for the average racer. Edelbrock’s affordable QwikData offers all the benefits of higher priced units, plus many features not available in other systems. Use any combination of our optional sensors or sensors you supply.
Features Include:
Adjustable High-Speed Data Logging — With the ability of sampling data at extremely high rates, QwikData outperforms the competition. Data sample rates are adjustable, up to 500 samples per second. You can configure QwikData to average incoming data over multiple samples to smooth noisy data samples. Selection of an appropriate sample rate lets you tailor QwikData to your racing application. Nonadjustable units may have a sample rate that is too fast, collecting more data than needed and reducing available data logging time. If the sample rate is too slow, logged data will be inaccurate. QwikData has these features…
Large Data Storage Capacity — QwikData provides 1 megabyte of non-volatile memory, much more than most other systems, and requires no power to retain data. Typical data storage times are: 100 minutes with 8 input channels logged at 10 samples/second; 5 minutes with 16 channels logged at 100 samples/second.
Up To 30 Data Input Channels — The basic unit comes equipped with 8 analog inputs and 6 digital inputs. The advanced unit has 24 analog input channels and 6 digital inputs. (The basic unit is factory upgradable to 24 analog input channels.) The digital inputs can record on/off events, frequency (such as mph, rpm and digital mass air flow sensor), or duty cycle (such as fuel injectors and turbo boost controller).
Windows® Interface — The computer software provided is simple and intuitive to use. An IBM-based 486 laptop computer capable of running Windows® 3.1 (or later) is required for data analysis. The entire system can be configured from menus using a mouse. No complicated programming is required.
Programmable Outputs — The two outputs provided with QwikData can be programmed to operate shift lights, warning lights, etc. These outputs are configured via pull-down menus and can be activated based on any one or two of the input channels. For example Output 1 can be configured to either shut down the engine or trigger a warning light when oil pressure drops below 20 psi or water temperature goes above 250°F.
Sophisticated Data Analysis — Trend graphs of 8 user selectable input channels against time or distance.
Real Time Display — Use for monitoring engine during warm-up, in dyno sessions and troubleshooting with a PC connected or for real time telemetry via radio modem in circle track/road racing applications.
Multiple Lap/Run Comparison — Runs or laps can be stored and overlayed for comparison.
Internet Upgrades — The software embedded in the QwikData unit is stored in a chip (FLASH EPROM) and can be updated easily from the Edelbrock web site at www.edelbrock.com.
Fully Assembled Wiring Harness — A fully assembled wiring harness with pre-installed connectors is provided. Each sensor is supplied with the appropriate mating connector for quick and easy installation.