Description
The NI PCI-4472 is a sophisticated PC-based Dynamic Signal Analyzer (DSA) designed to cater to a variety of applications such as pass-by noise, noise and vibration diagnostics, structural vibration, audio test and measurement, telecommunications testing, sound power, and machine condition monitoring. This device is identified by part numbers 187611G-01, 778348-01, and 187611F-02.
It features a high dynamic range of 110 dB with a sampling rate of 102.4 kS/s across 8 inputs. This makes it exceptionally suitable for applications requiring high accuracy and precision in sound and vibration analysis. The PCI-4472 supports both pretrigger and posttrigger modes, ensuring flexibility in capturing the required data. It also has digital trigger compatibility with 5 VTTL/CMOS, allowing for easy integration with various digital systems.
For applications requiring synchronization across multiple channels, the PCI-4472 is compatible with several NI-447x devices. This feature is particularly useful for high-channel-count applications, ensuring synchronized data acquisition across all channels. Software compatibility is broad, with support for NI measurement services software, NI-DAQmx driver, and DAQ Assistant, offering users a range of options for data analysis and reporting.
The device has been announced by National Instruments and is available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves. Additionally, there are options available for calibration, including NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, as well as a more basic in-house calibration, ensuring that the device maintains its accuracy and reliability over time.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 187611G-01, 778348-01, 187611F-02 |
| Category | PC-based DSA |
| Model | PCI-4472 |
| Description | NI PCI-4472, 24 Bit, 102.4 kS/s, 8 Inputs, 110 dB Dynamic Range |
| Applications | Pass-by noise, Noise and vibration diagnostics, Structural vibration, Audio test and measurement, Telecommunications testing, Sound power, Machine condition monitoring |
| Trigger Modes | Pretrigger and Posttrigger |
| Digital Trigger Compatibility | 5 VTTL/CMOS |
| Synchronization | Compatible with several NI-447x devices for high-channel-count applications |
| Software Compatibility | NI measurement services software, NI-DAQmx driver, DAQ Assistant |
| Mature Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
| Calibration | Available, NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, option for basic in-house calibration |
Question 1: What is the sampling rate of the NI PCI-4472?
Answer 1: 102.4 kS/s
Question 2: What’s the dynamic range of the PCI-4472?
Answer 2: 110 dB
Question 3: How many inputs does the PCI-4472 have?
Answer 3: 8 inputs
Question 4: Can the PCI-4472 do pretrigger and posttrigger modes?
Answer 4: Yes
Question 5: Is calibration available for the PCI-4472?
Answer 5: Yes, NIST and in-house options


