Description
The National Instruments NI-9870 C Series Serial Interface Module, with part number 195926E-01L, falls under the category of Industrial Communication Interfaces. This module is designed to provide robust serial communication capabilities, allowing for efficient data exchange in demanding industrial environments.
It supports up to 4 RS232 (TIA/EIA-232) or 4 RS485/RS422 serial ports, offering flexibility in connection types for various industrial applications. The NI-9870 is remotely powered, requiring a power supply of 8 to 28 VDC, and is known for its low power consumption, drawing only 0.5 W when active and a mere 50 µW in sleep mode.
The module boasts a wide range of baud rates, from 14 bit/s to 921.6 kbit/s, and comes equipped with an individual 64 B UART FIFO per port, enhancing its data handling capabilities. It also supports a maximum cable length of 250 pF equivalent, ensuring reliable communication over distances.
Software compatibility includes the NI-RIO driver, LabVIEW, Visual C#, and Visual C++, allowing for seamless integration into existing systems and facilitating easy programming and data analysis. The NI-9870’s physical attributes include a weight of 5.4 oz and an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 70 °C, with a storage temperature range extending from -40 °C to 85 °C. Its durable design is capable of withstanding vibrations up to 5 grms, making it suitable for use in harsh industrial environments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 195926E-01L |
| Category | Industrial Communication Interfaces |
| Model | NI-9870 |
| Description | National Instruments NI-9870 C Series Serial Interface Module |
| Serial Ports | 4 RS232 (TIA/EIA-232) or 4 RS485/RS422 |
| Power Supply | 8 to 28 VDC remotely powered |
| Power Consumption | 0.5 W (active), 50 µW (sleep) |
| Baud Rates | 14 bit/s to 921.6 kbit/s |
| Buffer | Individual 64 B UART FIFO per port |
| Maximum Cable Length | 250 pF equivalent |
| Software Compatibility | NI-RIO driver, LabVIEW, Visual C#, Visual C++ |
| Weight | 5.4 oz |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to 70 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to 85 °C |
| Vibration | 5 grms,
Question 1: What is the part number of the NI-9870 module? Question 2: How many RS232/RS485 ports does the NI-9870 have? Question 3: What is the maximum baud rate of the NI-9870? Question 4: What is the NI-9870’s power consumption when active? Question 5: What software is compatible with the NI-9870? |
