Description
The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device is a robust PC-based digital input/output system designed for a variety of applications. With a part number of 191649C-03 and an alternate number of 779083-01, this device falls under the category of PC-based Digital I/O and is specifically modeled as PCI-6517.
It features 32 sink output lines which provide flexibility in controlling a wide range of external devices. The device boasts bank isolation, enhancing its reliability and safety in various electrical environments. With a maximum switching voltage of ±30 VDC, it can handle a broad spectrum of applications.
When it comes to software compatibility, the PCI-6517 is versatile, supporting NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI. This ensures that users can easily integrate the device into their existing setups without significant software hurdles. The maximum output current per line is 75 mA at 25°C when all 8 lines are used per port, and the device can manage up to 600 mA per port. If not all lines are used, the maximum output current per line can reach up to 350 mA, providing plenty of power for a wide range of applications.
The connectivity is facilitated through a 37-pin male DSUB I/O connector, making it easy to connect to a variety of external devices. Additional features include Digital I/O watchdogs, change detection, and programmable input filters, all of which contribute to the device’s versatility and reliability in complex applications.
The PCI-6517 is also designed with practicality in mind, weighing in at 2.5 oz and measuring 5.54 x 4.47 in. This makes it both lightweight and compact, perfect for installations where space is at a premium.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 191649C-03 (Alternate: 779083-01) |
| Category | PC-based Digital I/O |
| Model | PCI-6517 |
| Description | National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device |
| Output Lines | 32 sink output lines |
| Isolation | Bank isolation |
| Maximum Switching Voltage | ±30 VDC |
| Software Compatibility | NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Maximum Output Current per Line | 75 mA (at 25°C, all 8 lines used per port) |
| Maximum Output Current per Port | 600 mA |
| Maximum Output Current per Line (if not all used) | 350 mA |
| Connector Type | 37-pin male DSUB I/O connector |
| Features | Digital I/O watchdogs, change detection, programmable input filters |
| Weight | 2.5 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.54 x 4.47 in. |
