Description
The USB-6251 is a PC-based multifunction DAQ device manufactured by National Instruments. It carries the part number 197540A-02L and is designed to cater to a variety of data acquisition needs. This device offers a range of connector types, including Screw Terminal, BNC, and Mass Terminal, providing versatility for different types of signal connections.
This model features 8 differential or 16 single-ended analog input channels, making it suitable for a wide range of measurement applications. The USB-6251 is capable of a sampling rate of 1.25 MS/s for a single channel and 1.00 MS/s for multiple channels, ensuring accurate and timely data collection across all channels. The input range of this device is quite flexible, accommodating ±1 V, ±2 V, ±5 V, ±10 V, ±0.1 V, ±0.2 V, and ±0.5 V, which allows for precise measurement of various signal levels. Additionally, its working voltage is rated at ±11 V (signal and common mode), with an input impedance of 10 GΩ.
Before reaching its optimum performance, the USB-6251 requires a warm-up time of approximately 30 minutes. To maintain its accuracy and reliability, it is recommended to undergo calibration at least once in 2 years. Besides its impressive input capabilities, this device also offers 2 analog output channels, with an update rate of 2.86 MS/s for 1 channel, enabling efficient and effective signal output for various applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 197540A-02L |
| Category | PC-based Multifunction DAQ |
| Model | USB-6251 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Connector Types | Screw Terminal, BNC, Mass Terminal |
| Analog Input Channels | 8 differential or 16 single-ended |
| Sampling Rate (Single Channel) | 1.25 MS/s |
| Sampling Rate (Multiple Channels) | 1.00 MS/s |
| Input Range | ±1 V, ±2 V, ±5 V, ±10 V, ±0.1 V, ±0.2 V, ±0.5 V |
| Working Voltage | ±11 V (signal and common mode) |
| Input Impedance | 10 GΩ |
| Warm-up Time | 30 minutes |
| Calibration Period | At least once in 2 years |
| Analog Output Channels | 2 |
| Update Rate (1 Channel) | 2.86 MS/s |



