Description
The National Instruments PCI-4551 Dynamic Signal Acquisition Device, part number 185016G-01, falls under the category of Legacy DAQ Devices. This model, PCI-4551, is specifically designed for sound and vibration measurements, making it an essential tool for professionals in this field.
It features 2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs, with a high sampling rate of 204.8 kS/s and an update rate of 51.2 kS/s. Additionally, it is equipped with 8 digital I/O ports, enhancing its versatility for various measurement and data acquisition tasks.
The PCI-4551 is compatible with the PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.0, ensuring it can be integrated into a wide range of systems. It is also software configurable, offering compatibility with several National Instruments software solutions, including VirtualBench, LabWindows/CVI, LabVIEW, ComponentWorks, and NI-DAQ. This makes it a highly adaptable solution for many applications.
For users looking to expand its functionality, there are optional accessories available, such as the SHC50-68 digital cable, RTSI cables, and shielded and DIN rail-mountable 68-pin connector blocks. Despite its obsolete status, the PCI-4551 remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring that users can continue to rely on this device for their critical measurement needs.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 185016G-01 |
| Category | Legacy DAQ Devices |
| Model | PCI-4551 |
| Description | National Instruments PCI-4551 Dynamic Signal Acquisition Device |
| Application | Sound and vibration measurements |
| Analog Inputs | 2 |
| Sampling Rate | 204.8 kS/s |
| Analog Outputs | 2 |
| Update Rate | 51.2 kS/s |
| Digital I/O | 8 |
| Compatibility | PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.0 |
| Software Configurable | Yes |
| Software Compatibility | VirtualBench, LabWindows/CVI, LabVIEW, ComponentWorks, NI-DAQ |
| Optional Accessories | SHC50-68 digital cable, RTSI cables, shielded and DIN rail-mountable 68-pin connector blocks |
| Obsolete Status | Announced but available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the sampling rate of the PCI-4551?
Answer 1: 204.8 kS/s
Question 2: How many analog inputs does the PCI-4551 have?
Answer 2: 2 analog inputs
Question 3: Is the PCI-4551 compatible with LabVIEW?
Answer 3: Yes, it’s compatible with LabVIEW.
Question 4: What type of device is the PCI-4551?
Answer 4: A legacy DAQ device for sound and vibration measurements.
Question 5: Where can the PCI-4551 still be purchased and repaired?
Answer 5: Through Apex Waves.
