Description
The USB-6216 is a PC-based Multifunction DAQ device manufactured by National Instruments, designed to cater to a broad range of data acquisition and control applications. This device is notable for its versatility and high performance, making it an ideal choice for engineers and researchers.
It comes with a variety of part numbers including 780108-01, 780170-01, 781004-01, 780172-01, and 197504-01, each indicating different terminal connection options such as Screw-type, SCSI, BNC, and OEM Board Only configurations. This ensures flexibility in connection types to suit various application needs.
The USB-6216 features 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels, with a sampling frequency of up to 400 kS/s and an ADC resolution of 16 bits. This allows for precise and accurate data collection. Additionally, it has 2 analog output channels capable of a maximum sample rate of 250 kS/s, along with an analog absolute accuracy of 2710 µV, ensuring reliable data output.
For digital interfacing, the device is equipped with 32 bidirectional digital I/O channels, offering ample connectivity for digital sensors and actuators. The inclusion of 2 general-purpose timer/counters with 32-bit resolution further enhances its utility for timing, counting, and pulse generation tasks.
It boasts a maximum internal base clock frequency of 80 MHz and includes a unique frequency generator channel that supports base clocks of 10 MHz and 100 kHz, providing flexibility in generating various frequencies for testing and operational purposes.
Safety features include a continuous voltage tolerance of 60 VDC between channel and earth ground, and an overvoltage tolerance of 1000 Vrms between channel and earth ground for 5 seconds, ensuring protection against unexpected power surges.
In summary, the USB-6216 from National Instruments is a comprehensive solution for multifunctional data acquisition tasks, offering high precision, flexibility, and safety features in a compact and durable design.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 780108-01, 780170-01, 781004-01, 780172-01, 197504-01 |
| Category | PC-based Multifunction DAQ |
| Model | USB-6216 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Terminal Connections | 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 Sample Rate (Analog Output) | 250 kS/s |
| Analog Absolute Accuracy | 2710 µV |
| Digital I/O Channels | 32 bidirectional |
| General-purpose Timer/Counters | 2, 32-bit resolution |
| Maximum Internal Base Clock Frequency | 80 MHz |
| Frequency Generator Channel | 1, base clocks of 10 MHz and 100 kHz |
| Continuous Voltage Tolerance | 60 VDC between channel and earth ground |
| Overvoltage Tolerance | 1000 Vrms between channel and earth ground for 5 sec |
Question 1: What is the sample rate of the USB-6216’s AI channels?
Answer 1: Up to 400 kS/s
Question 2: How many AI channels does the USB-6216 have?
Answer 2: 16 single-ended or 8 differential
Question 3: What are the different terminal connection options for the USB-6216?
Answer 3: Screw-type, SCSI, BNC, OEM Board Only
Question 4: What is the continuous voltage tolerance for the USB-6216?
Answer 4: 60 VDC between channel and earth ground
Question 5: What is the maximum base clock frequency of the USB-6216?
Answer 5: 80 MHz
