Description
The NI PXI-7342 is a motion controller part of the Motion Control HW & SW category. Its part number, 190977A-02, specifically identifies the model within National Instruments’ range of products. This model is designed to control 2 Axis Stepper/Servo Motion, providing precision and flexibility for a variety of applications.
Equipped with 32 digital I/O channels, the PXI-7342 offers extensive connectivity options. It boasts an input resolution of 12 bits, ensuring accurate data processing. The controller operates with dual processors, enhancing its performance and reliability.
Compatibility with Windows 2000/NT/XP and LabVIEW makes the PXI-7342 a versatile solution for many operating environments. Its PID Loop Update Rate is 62 ms, and it can handle a maximum pulse rate of 4 MHz. Additionally, the minimum pulse width it can manage is 120 ns at > 2 MHz, providing flexibility in motion control applications.
The controller supports Step and Direction or CW/CCW step output modes, catering to different types of motor control requirements. It uses a high-density 68-pin female VHDCI connector, ensuring secure and reliable connections. Furthermore, the PXI-7342 offers various servo-control loop modes including PID, PIVff, S-Curve, and Dual Loop, allowing for tailored motion control configurations.
Although announced as obsolete by National Instruments, the PXI-7342 remains available for purchase and repair through Apex Waves. This ensures that users can continue to benefit from its advanced features and capabilities in their motion control systems.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 190977A-02 (Incorrect in description, correct part number for NI PXI-7342) |
| Category | Motion Control HW & SW |
| Model | PXI-7342 |
| Axis | 2 Axis Stepper/Servo Motion Controller |
| Digital I/O Channels | 32 |
| Input Resolution | 12 bits |
| Processors | Dual |
| Operating Systems Compatibility | Windows 2000/NT/XP, LabVIEW |
| PID Loop Update Rate | 62 ms |
| Max Pulse Rate | 4 MHz |
| Minimum Pulse Width | 120 ns at > 2 MHz |
| Step Output Modes | Step and Direction or CW/CCW |
| Connector Type | High-density 68-pin female VHDCI |
| Servo-Control Loop Modes | PID, PIVff, S-Curve, Dual Loop |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repair at Apex Waves |
