Description
The NI PCI-6259 is a PC-based Multifunction DAQ part of the M Series, with the part number 190996C-01L and an NI part number of 779072-01. This device is designed to offer a variety of features for data acquisition tasks, including 32 AI (Analog Inputs), which can be configured as either 32 single-ended or 16 differential channels, 48 DIO (Digital I/O), and 4 AO (Analog Outputs) with a 16-bit resolution.
The PCI-6259 boasts a maximum sampling rate of 1.25 MS/s (Mega Samples per second) for single-channel operations and 1 MS/s for multi-channel operations, ensuring high-speed data acquisition. The input voltage range is specified as +0.1 V to +10V, accommodating a wide range of signals. Regarding input impedance, it features a high impedance of >10 GΩ (Gigaohms) when powered on and 820 Ω (Ohms) when powered off, facilitating the connection of a variety of sensors.
It employs the NI-STC 2 system controller for enhanced timing and synchronization capabilities, and utilizes NI-MCal calibration technology for improved measurement accuracy. The device maintains a low noise level, ensuring high-quality data acquisition with minimal signal distortion. Crosstalk between channels is significantly minimized, with a rating of -75 dB, protecting against unwanted interference between signals.
The analog outputs of the PCI-6259 are capable of a transfer rate of 2.86 MS/s, with a timing resolution of 50 ns, allowing for precise control over the output signals. The analog outputs are designed to handle an overdrive current of 20 mA, and exhibit a power-on glitch of 1.5 V for 1.5 seconds, ensuring reliable performance from startup.
In summary, the NI PCI-6259 is an advanced, high-performance DAQ device suitable for a wide range of applications requiring high-speed data acquisition,
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 190996C-01L |
| Category | PC-based Multifunction DAQ |
| Model | PCI-6259 |
| Description | NI PCI-6259 (32 AI, 48 DIO, 4 AO) |
| NI Part Number | 779072-01 |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Series | M Series |
| Controller | NI-STC 2 system controller |
| Calibration Technology | NI-MCal |
| Analog Inputs | 32 single-ended/16 differential |
| Max Sampling Rate (Single-Channel) | 1.25 MS/s |
| Max Sampling Rate (Multi-Channel) | 1 MS/s |
| Input Voltage Range | +0.1 V to +10V |
| Input Impedance (Power On) | >10 GΩ |
| Input Impedance (Power Off) | 820 Ω |
| Noise Level | Low |
| Crosstalk | -75 dB |
| Analog Outputs | 4 (16-bit) |
| AO Transfer Rate | 2.86 MS/s |
| AO Timing Resolution | 50 ns |
| AO Overdrive Current | 20 mA |
| AO Power-On Glitch | 1.5 V for 1.5 seconds |


