Description
The National Instruments USB-6216 is a versatile data acquisition device that offers a range of features suitable for a variety of applications. This device comes with a variety of part numbers including 780108-01, 780170-01, 781004-01, 780172-01, and 197504-01, each corresponding to different connection types such as Screw-type, SCSI, BNC, and OEM Board Only configurations, allowing for flexible integration into various setups.
It features 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels, providing ample capacity for data collection from multiple sources simultaneously. With a sampling frequency of up to 400 kS/s and an ADC resolution of 16 bits, it ensures high-precision measurements. The device also offers 2 analog output channels, with a maximum output sample rate of 250 kS/s per channel, enabling efficient output of processed data.
The analog absolute accuracy of the USB-6216 is specified at 2710 µV, which guarantees accurate data capture and processing. Additionally, it is equipped with 32 bidirectional digital I/O channels, enhancing its utility in digital communication and control tasks.
For tasks requiring precise timing and counting, the USB-6216 includes 2 general-purpose timer/counters with 32-bit resolution. Its maximum internal base clock speed of 80 MHz, along with 1 frequency generator channel that supports base clocks of 10 MHz and 100 kHz, further extends its capabilities in generating precise timing signals for a variety of applications.
In summary, the National Instruments USB-6216 is a highly capable data acquisition device that offers a broad array of features for both analog and digital data processing, making it an ideal choice for researchers, engineers, and professionals in need of reliable and precise data acquisition solutions.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Model | USB-6216 |
| Part Numbers | 780108-01, 780170-01, 781004-01, 780172-01, 197504-01 |
| Connection Types | Screw-type (780108-01), SCSI (780170-01), BNC (781004-01), OEM Board Only (197504-01, 780172-01) |
| Analog Input Channels | 16 single-ended, 8 differential |
| Sampling Frequency | 400 kS/s |
| ADC Resolution | 16 bits |
| Analog Output Channels | 2 |
| Maximum Output Sample Rate | 250 kS/s per channel |
| Analog Absolute Accuracy | 2710 µV |
| Digital I/O Channels | 32 bidirectional |
| General-purpose Timer/Counters | 2, with 32-bit resolution |
| Maximum Internal Base Clock | 80 MHz |
| Frequency Generator Channels | 1, with base clocks of 10 MHz and 100 kHz |


