Description
The National Instruments PXI-5900 PXI Differential Amplifier, part number 780166-01, falls under the category of PXI Oscilloscopes/Digitizers. This model is designed to offer precision and versatility for a wide range of applications.
It features 2 input channels with options for GND, AC, and DC input coupling, providing flexibility for various signal types. The input impedance is 50 Ω ±2%, software-selectable, allowing for easy adjustments to match the impedance of the source. Connection to the device is facilitated through BNC input and SMB output connectors, ensuring compatibility with standard laboratory equipment.
The PXI-5900 boasts a vertical gain of 0.25 ±0.2%, and a zero input offset error of 500 µV, ensuring accurate signal amplification. The passband flatness is maintained within 1 dB, and it offers an impressive common-mode rejection ratio of 70 dB at 60 Hz, minimizing unwanted noise and interference. With a slew rate of 100 V/µs for balanced differential input, this amplifier is capable of handling fast-changing signals efficiently.
Software compatibility includes NI-SCOPE 3.5.1 and NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), making it easy to integrate into existing National Instruments ecosystems. The device is lightweight, weighing only 173 grams, and has a compact form factor with a size of 3U, one slot PXI module, 21.6 cm × 2, making it an excellent choice for space-constrained setups.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 780166-01 |
| Category | PXI Oscilloscopes/Digitizers |
| Model | PXI-5900 |
| Description | National Instruments PXI-5900 PXI Differential Amplifier |
| Input Channels | 2 with GND, AC, and DC input coupling |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω ±2%, software-selectable |
| Connectors | BNC input, SMB output |
| Vertical Gain | 0.25 ±0.2% |
| Zero Input Offset Error | 500 µV |
| Passband Flatness | 1 dB |
| Common-Mode Rejection Ratio | 70 dB at 60 Hz |
| Slew Rate | 100 V/µs (balanced differential input) |
| Software Compatibility | NI-SCOPE 3.5.1, NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) |
| Weight | 173 grams |
| Size | 3U, one slot PXI module, 21.6 cm × 2
Question 1: What is the impedance of the PXI-5900 inputs? Question 2: What connectors does the PXI-5900 use? Question 3: What is the vertical gain of the PXI-5900? Question 4: How much does the PXI-5900 weigh? Question 5: What is the common-mode rejection ratio of the PXI-5900? |




