Description
The 193193A-01 (779624-01) part number corresponds to the PXI-6238 model, a high-performance PXI Multifunction DAQ designed for a variety of applications. This device is characterized by its robust NI PXI-6238, Iso (Cur: 8 AI, 2 AO; 30V: 6 DI, 4 Sourcing DO) description, highlighting its capability to handle a wide range of input and output configurations.
This multifunction DAQ features 16 analog inputs (AI) with 16 bits resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 1.25 MS/s, allowing for precise data acquisition. Additionally, it is equipped with 2 analog outputs (AO), enabling the user to generate signals or output voltages as required by their application.
The unit also includes 6 digital inputs (DI) and 4 sourcing digital outputs (DO), providing flexibility in interfacing with various digital devices. A notable feature of this DAQ is its bank isolation, ensuring that signal integrity is maintained and that the device is protected from harmful voltage levels.
One of the key capabilities of the PXI-6238 is its auto-calibration functionality, which utilizes onboard EEPROM to store both factory and user-defined calibration constants. This ensures that the device maintains accuracy over its operational lifespan.
Moreover, the PXI-6238 supports a wide range of sensors, including strain gauges, thermocouples, thermistors, angular encoders, linear encoders, and resistance temperature detectors (RTDs). This versatility makes it suitable for a variety of measurement and monitoring tasks across different industries.
At its core, the device contains 1 analog-to-digital converter (ADC), ensuring that analog signals are accurately converted into digital data for processing or analysis. Additionally, it features an NI programmable gain instrumentation amplifier (PGIA), which provides signal amplification capabilities, enhancing the measurement precision of low-level signals.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 193193A-01 (779624-01) |
| Category | PXI Multifunction DAQ |
| Model | PXI-6238 |
| Description | NI PXI-6238, Iso (Cur: 8 AI, 2 AO; 30V: 6 DI, 4 Sourcing DO) |
| Analog Inputs (AI) | 16 (16 Bits, 1.25 MS/s) |
| Analog Outputs (AO) | 2 |
| Digital Inputs (DI) | 6 |
| Digital Outputs (DO) | 4 Sourcing |
| Feature: Bank Isolation | Yes |
| Calibration | Auto-calibration with onboard EEPROM for factory and user-defined constants |
| Sensors Supported | Strain gauges, thermocouples, thermistors, angular encoders, linear encoders, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) |
| ADC | 1 analog-to-digital converter |
| Signal Amplification | NI programmable gain instrumentation amplifier (PGIA) |
Question 1: What is the part number for the PXI-6238?
Answer 1: 193193A-01 (779624-01)
Question 2: How many analog inputs does the PXI-6238 have?
Answer 2: 16 AI
Question 3: What unique feature does the PXI-6238 offer for signal integrity?
Answer 3: Bank isolation
Question 4: Can the PXI-6238 perform auto-calibration?
Answer 4: Yes, it has auto-calibration.
Question 5: What types of sensors does the PXI-6238 support?
Answer 5: Strain gauges, thermocouples, RTDs, and more.
