The Delock 63007 PCI Express CAN 2.0 and CAN FD Interface Card is compared with two alternative Delock interface cards: the Delock Mini PCIe (63002) and the DELOCK 63001 M.2 Key B+M. All three products are developed by Delock and support CAN 2.0 and CAN FD standards with data transfer rates up to 8 Mbps, alongside built-in electrical isolation and surge protection for industrial automation, automotive testing, and embedded systems. The primary difference between the devices lies in their system interface type and physical form factor, which dictates physical compatibility with a specific computer motherboard or control system.
⚙️ Specifications and differences between the Delock 63007 PCI Express interface card and the alternative models Delock Mini PCIe (63002) and DELOCK 63001 M.2 Key B+M will be compared across the system connection type, port configuration, supported CAN standards, data transfer rate, and protection level.
| Comparison parameter | Delock 63007 PCI Express | Delock Mini PCIe (63002) | DELOCK 63001 M.2 Key B+M | Practical significance |
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| System interface type | PCI Express | Mini PCIe | PCIe M.2 Key B+M | Determines the physical expansion slot required to install the card into a computer or industrial controller. |
| Ports | 2 x D-Sub 9 Pin | 2 x D-Sub 9 Pin | 2 x D-Sub 9 Pin | All three devices provide an identical number of interface connectors for connecting external CAN buses. |
| Supported CAN standards | CAN 2.0 and CAN FD | CAN 2.0 and CAN FD | CAN 2.0 and CAN FD | Provide full functionality for operating with both classical and high-speed CAN networks. |
| Maximum data transfer rate | Up to 8 Mbps | Up to 8 Mbps | Up to 8 Mbps | All devices guarantee an identically high data throughput capacity. |
| Protection | Electrical isolation and surge protection | Electrical isolation and overvoltage protection | Electrical isolation and overvoltage protection | Integrated protective mechanisms equally ensure stable and secure communication in industrial environments. |
◎ Different usage scenarios, mounting requirements, and buyer profiles for the Delock 63007 PCI Express card and the alternative models Delock Mini PCIe (63002) and DELOCK 63001 M.2 Key B+M will be evaluated in the suitability table below.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Building a standard industrial PC with full-size expansion slots | Delock 63007 PCI Express | This model utilizes a standard PCI Express slot found on most conventional industrial computer motherboards. |
| Integration into compact embedded systems featuring a Mini PCIe slot | Delock Mini PCIe (63002) | The compact Mini PCIe form factor enables installation within the restricted space of specialized controllers. |
| Installation in modern compact industrial boards with an M.2 interface | DELOCK 63001 M.2 Key B+M | M.2 Key B+M support ensures compatibility with contemporary compact motherboards and single-board computers. |
The choice between these Delock cards depends entirely on the available expansion slot in your hardware system, as their communication capabilities, speed, and protective features are completely identical. The Delock 63007 PCI Express model is best suited for classic systems with standard full-size PCI Express slots, while the alternative solutions are designed for compact and embedded platforms featuring Mini PCIe or M.2 interfaces.
