Description
The National Instruments PCI-6601 Counter/Timer Device, with part numbers 184479G-02L (Primary) and 777918-01, falls under the category of PC-based Timing I/O. This model, PCI-6601, is designed for a broad range of functions including encoder position estimations, event checking, period estimations, pulse width estimations, pulse generation, pulse prepare generation, frequency estimation, and one rapid DMA exchange.
It is compatible with the PCI bus in PC compatible PCs, PXI frame, and CompactPCI body, ensuring a wide range of application possibilities. The device boasts 32 bidirectional digital channels that are TTL/CMOS-compatible, enhancing its versatility in various digital applications.
An important feature of the PCI-6601 is its pre-scaling function, which offers 8X and 2X pre-scaling on each counter, enabling more precise measurements and control. For connectivity, it utilizes a 68-pin male SCSI-II type I/O connector, ensuring reliable and secure connections.
The device supports a range of software including NI-DAQ 7.4.4, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Microsoft Visual C++, Microsoft Visual Basic, and Borland C++, offering flexibility in programming environments for developers and engineers. Its physical dimensions are 6.9 x 3.9 inches, making it a compact yet powerful component for any setup.
The operating temperature range of the PCI-6601 is 0 °C to 55 °C, and its storage temperature range extends from -20 °C to 70 °C, ensuring reliable performance under a variety of environmental conditions.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 184479G-02L (Primary), 777918-01 |
| Category | PC-based Timing I/O |
| Model | PCI-6601 |
| Description | National Instruments PCI-6601 Counter/Timer Device |
| Functions | Encoder position estimations, event checking, period estimations, pulse width estimations, pulse generation, pulse prepare generation, frequency estimation, one rapid DMA exchange |
| Compatibility | PCI bus in PC compatible PCs, PXI frame, CompactPCI body |
| Digital Channels | 32 bidirectional digital channels, TTL/CMOS-compatible |
| Pre-scaling Function | 8X and 2X pre-scaling on each counter |
| I/O Connector | 68-pin male SCSI-II type |
| Software Compatibility | NI-DAQ 7.4.4, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Microsoft Visual C++, Microsoft Visual Basic, Borland C++ |
| Physical Dimensions | 6.9 x 3.9 in. |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to 55 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20 °C to 70 °C |


