Description
The TB-2605 is a sophisticated terminal block designed for front-mounting and screw terminal connections. It is uniquely engineered to have multiplexing properties, making it a versatile component in various applications. The model number for this terminal block is TB-2605, and it carries the part number 185748C-01L. Additionally, it correlates to part number 777878-01, ensuring compatibility and ease of reference for users.
This terminal block is compatible with NI 2501 and NI 2503, indicating its flexibility and adaptability with National Instruments hardware. Its design includes several noteworthy features such as isothermal properties, the inclusion of an analog bus plug, and a precise cold-junction temperature sensor. These features contribute to its wide-ranging functionality, especially in handling various signal types like thermocouples, voltage signals, thermistors, and RTDs.
The cold-junction sensor accuracy of the TB-2605 is particularly impressive, with a precision of 0.5° from 15 to 35 °C, and 0.9° from 0° to 15° C and 35 to 55 °C. Moreover, the sensor’s readability and output are equally remarkable, providing a granularity of 0.2° from 15 to 35 °C, and an output range of 198.54 mV to 19.58 mV from 0 to 55 °C. These specifications ensure accurate and reliable measurements across a wide temperature range.
With dimensions of 3.3 x 4.2 x 0.80 in. (8.4 x 10.7 x 2.0 cm), the TB-2605 maintains a compact and ergonomic design, facilitating easy integration into various setups without requiring excessive space. Despite its advanced features and capabilities, it has been announced as obsolete by National Instruments. However, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, providing users with continued support and availability.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | TB-2605 |
| Part Number | 185748C-01L |
| Correlates to Part Number | 777878-01 |
| Compatible With | NI 2501, NI 2503 |
| Type | Front-mounting, screw terminal, Terminal Block with multiplexing properties |
| Features | Isothermal, Includes analog bus plug, Precise cold-junction temperature sensor |
| Functionality | Compatible with thermocouples, voltage signals, thermistors, RTDs |
| Cold-Junction Sensor Accuracy | 0.5° from 15 to 35 °C, 0.9° from 0° to 15° C and 35 to 55 °C |
| Cold-Junction Sensor Readability and Output | 0.2° from 15 to 35 °C, 198.54 mV to 19.58 mV from 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions | 3.3 x 4.2 x 0.80 in. (8.4 x 10.7 x 2.0 cm) |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the model number of the terminal block?
Answer 1: TB-2605
Question 2: Which NI devices is TB-2605 compatible with?
Answer 2: NI 2501 and NI 2503
Question 3: What is the cold-junction sensor accuracy of TB-2605?
Answer 3: 0.5° from 15 to 35 °C, 0.9° elsewhere up to 55 °C
Question 4: What are the dimensions of TB-2605?
Answer 4: 3.3 x 4.2 x 0.80 in. (8.4 x 10.7 x 2.0 cm)
Question 5: Is the TB-2605 still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves



