Multichannel Analyzer (MCA)

MCA527 micro / micro+

Device type: Digital Multi Channel Analysers


The MCA527 micro /micro+ is a cost-efficient, very low power consuming multichannel analyzer PCB in micro format. It is designed for the direct integration into a detector housing. Communication and power is provided via µUSB. The Micro+ version can operate with up to 16k channel resolution and offers some more operation modes.



Physical characteristics

Dimension 50mm x 20mm x 5mm

Weight of the PCB 5g

Operating temperature 0°C - 50°C

Relative humidity up to 90 %, non condensing

Protection class IP00, EMC compliant   

Key Features

  • Up to 4k / 16k (micro+) channel  resolution
  • Ultra small dimensions
  • Channel splitting
  • Very low power consumption of  0.3W
  • Data acquisition done with 14bit ADC @10MS/S
  • Peak stabilization
  • On board USB Interface
  • Additional power outputs and interfaces on board
  • Add-on PCB (preamplifier) available

Downloads for MCA527 micro / micro+

PDF Datasheet MCA527 micro / micro+

PDF MCA527 List Mode Information

PDF Extended Datasheet MCA527 micro / micro+


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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