Description
The NI PXI-6551 is a digital waveform instrument that operates at a maximum clock rate of 50 MHz and requires 26.5 W of power. It is a member of the PXI Digital Instruments category and is designed to be programmable with a voltage range from -2.0 to 5.5 V. The part number for this model is 189876F-06, which is also known under several other numbers including 778538-01, 778538-02, 778538-03, and 188524K-24L.
This instrument boasts a total of 20 channels and offers various memory options to suit different applications: 1 Mb/channel (778538-01), 8 Mb/channel (778538-02), and 64 Mb/channel (778538-03). It supports a wide range of software, including the NI Digital Waveform Editor, NI LabVIEW, LabVIEW SignalExpress, LabWindows/CVI, and other text-based development environments, facilitated by the NI-HSDIO driver software.
The PXI-6551 is currently in an obsolete status as announced by National Instruments; however, it is still available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves. To ensure optimal performance, calibration of the device is recommended either annually or every two years.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 189876F-06 (Also known as 778538-01, 778538-02, 778538-03, 188524K-24L) |
| Category | PXI Digital Instruments |
| Model | PXI-6551 |
| Description | NI PXI-6551 50 MHz, 1 Mb/ch Dig Wfm; Programmable; -2.0 to 5.5 V |
| Functionality | Digital Waveform Instrument |
| Memory Options | 1 Mb/channel (778538-01), 8 Mb/channel (778538-02), 64 Mb/channel (778538-03) |
| Software Compatibility | NI Digital Waveform Editor, NI LabVIEW, LabVIEW SignalExpress, LabWindows/CVI, and other text-based development environments |
| Channels | 20 |
| Maximum Clock Rate | 50 MHz |
| Power Requirement | 26.5 W |
| Driver Software | NI-HSDIO driver |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments; available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
| Calibration | Available; recommended annually or every two years |
Answer 1: 50 MHz
Question 2: How much power does the PXI-6551 require?
Answer 2: 26.5 W
Question 3: What is the voltage range of the PXI-6551?
Answer 3: -2.0 to 5.5 V
Question 4: Is the PXI-6551 still available for purchase?
Answer 4: Yes, through Apex Waves.
Question 5: How often should the PXI-6551 be calibrated?
Answer 5: Annually or every two years.
