Description
The National Instruments PXI-8185 PXI Controller is an embedded control solution with a 1.2 GHz Intel Celeron processor, initially equipped with 256 MB of RAM, which is expandable to 512 MB, and a 30 GB hard drive that can be upgraded for additional storage needs. This device includes one system slot and three controller expansion slots, enhancing its adaptability for various applications.
It offers a robust range of connectivity options, including a serial port, two USB 1.1 ports, a parallel port, and a 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port, all designed to facilitate the integration of a multitude of peripherals and instruments seamlessly. The PXI-8185 is compatible with an array of software packages such as NI-DAQ, NI-VISA, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, which ensures a flexible and powerful programming environment.
With a pre-installed operating system that users can switch according to their preferences, this controller is engineered to operate reliably in diverse conditions, withstanding an operating temperature range of 5 to 50 °C. The device’s reliability is underscored by an impressive mean time between failures (MTBF) of 180,000 hours, highlighting its durability. Weighing 2.26 lb and measuring 3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 inches, the PXI-8185 can sustain operating and non-operating random vibrations of 0.3 grms and 2.4 grms, respectively, across a frequency range of 5 to 500 Hz, ensuring resilience against physical disturbances.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Product | PXI-8185 PXI Controller |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Intel Celeron |
| RAM | 256 MB (Expandable up to 512 MB) |
| Hard Drive | 30 GB HDD (Upgradeable) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 System Slot, 3 Controller Expansion Slots |
| Ports | Serial port, Two USB 1.1 ports, Parallel port, 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port |
| Compatible Software | NI-DAQ, NI-VISA, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Operating System | Pre-installed (User switchable) |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 50 °C |
| MTBF | 180,000 hours |
| Weight | 2.26 lb |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 in. |
| Vibration (Operating/Non-operating) | 0.3 grms / 2.4 grms at 5 to 500 Hz |


