Alta Data

Since 2007, Alta Data Technologies has specialised in commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC communication products for aerospace and defence applications. Its range helps engineers connect, monitor, test and simulate avionics data buses, from laboratory development through to embedded systems.

Product Catalogue

MIL-STD-1553 Interfaces	ARINC Interfaces	Multi Protocol Interfaces
Ethernet & In-Line Converters	USB & Thunderbolt Interfaces	Avionics Software

Avionics Connectivity for Test and Embedded Systems

Alta offers interface cards, external appliances and compact connectivity devices for a wide range of computer platforms and integration requirements:

• Avionics interface cards: PCI, PCI Express, PMC, XMC, Mini PCI Express, M.2, CompactPCI/PXI and PXI Express options.
• Ethernet converters: ENET and NLINE products for connecting MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC buses to Ethernet networks.
• USB and Thunderbolt interfaces: external connectivity for portable test equipment and computer-based avionics applications.
• Rugged in-line converters: NLINE products integrate interface electronics directly into cable assemblies. The newer NLINE-EMA4 combines MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC connectivity in a compact Ethernet converter.
• Development and analysis software: AltaAPI supports application development, while AltaView provides Windows-based avionics bus analysis.

These options support applications including systems integration laboratories, simulation, manufacturing test, flight-line testing and rugged embedded installations. Protocol support, channel counts and environmental specifications vary by model.

Validated Designs and Quality Manufacturing

Alta combines modern FPGA-based protocol engines with rigorous design validation. Its MIL-STD-1553 card designs undergo SAE AS4111 protocol validation testing, helping engineers assess protocol performance during product selection and integration.

Manufacturing follows IPC-A-610 Class 3 standards, supported by an ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. Alta backs its products with a five-year limited warranty.

Local Sales and Technical Support from Metromatics

Metromatics supplies Alta Data products to customers across Australia and New Zealand, providing local sales, support and service.

Whether you need an interface card for an embedded platform, a portable USB or Thunderbolt solution, or Ethernet connectivity for a test system, Metromatics can help identify suitable options and coordinate technical enquiries with Alta’s engineering team.

Talk to Metromatics about your avionics protocol, channel count, computer interface, operating environment and software requirements.