Description
The National Instruments PC-516 is a legacy Data Acquisition (DAQ) device with a part number of 183259B-01 and an alternative part number of 777229-01. This device falls under the category of Legacy DAQ Devices, signifying its importance and utility in applications that require robust and reliable data acquisition solutions.
The PC-516 model is designed to be compatible with several operating systems, including Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows 9x, ensuring a wide range of usability across different computer systems. It supports programming through LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI, offering flexibility in application development and deployment.
This device features overvoltage protection of ±25 V for its input circuitry, safeguarding the device and connected equipment from unexpected voltage spikes. It is equipped with 8 single-ended or 4 differential analog input channels, which are software configurable, providing versatility in connecting various types of sensors and signals.
The PC-516 boasts a maximum sampling rate of 50 kS/s and offers a high 16-bit resolution for both analog inputs and timers, ensuring precise measurement and timing capabilities. Its digital I/O terminals include 8 TTL lines with 5 V compatibility, suitable for interfacing with a wide range of digital devices.
An integral component of this DAQ device is its 16-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC), which has a signal resolution of 152 μV in the ±5 V range, facilitating accurate data conversion from analog to digital formats. Furthermore, the PC-516 is equipped with two 10 MHz timers with 16-bit resolution, enhancing its capability in timing and control applications.
For enhanced connectivity and ease of use, the PC-516 is compatible with the CB-27 accessory, a 27-pin screw terminal-block that simplifies wiring and connections to various sensors and signals, making it a comprehensive solution for a myriad of data acquisition tasks.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 183259B-01 |
| Alternative Part Number | 777229-01 |
| Category | Legacy DAQ Devices |
| Model | PC-516 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Compatible Software | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows NT/2000/9x |
| Overvoltage Protection | ±25 V for input circuitry |
| Analog Input Channels | 8 single-ended or 4 differential (software configurable) |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 50 kS/s |
| Resolution | 16-bit for analog input, 16-bit for timers |
| Digital I/O Terminals | 8 TTL lines, 5 V compatibility |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 16 bits resolution, 152 μV signal resolution in ±5 V range |
| Timers | Two 10 MHz with 16-bit resolution |
| Compatible Accessory | CB-27 (27-pin screw terminal-block) |
