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780054-06

National Instruments’ USB-6281 is a PC-based multifunction DAQ with 16 inputs, 18-bit ADC, and 2.86 MS/s DAC update rate.

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    Description

    The National Instruments USB-6281 is a PC-based multifunction Data Acquisition (DAQ) device that provides a wide range of features for data collection and control applications. It supports 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels, allowing for versatile data gathering from various sensors and input sources. With an 18-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) resolution, it ensures high precision in measurements.

    The maximum sampling rate for a single channel is 625 kilo-samples per second (kS/s), while for multiple channels, it can process data at a rate of up to 500 kS/s, providing fast data acquisition capabilities for real-time analysis. The device offers robust overvoltage protection of ±25 V when powered on, and ±15 V when powered off, ensuring the safety of the device and connected equipment. The input current for overvoltage conditions is limited to ±25 mA maximum per Analog Input (AI) pin, with an input bias current of ±100 picoamperes (pA), highlighting its capability to handle unexpected electrical conditions while maintaining precise input measurements.

    In addition to its analog input capabilities, the USB-6281 also features 2 analog output channels, with a 16-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) resolution, providing accurate and smooth output signals. The maximum update rate for one channel is 2.86 Mega-samples per second (MS/s), and for both channels, it delivers a high-speed performance of 2.00 MS/s per channel, enabling efficient signal generation for control and simulation tasks.

    The part numbers associated with the National Instruments USB-6281 include 780054-01, 780054-07, 780053-04, 780053-01, and 780054-04. These part numbers indicate the variety of configurations and options available for the device, catering to a wide range of application requirements and specifications.

    Specification Detail
    Manufacturer National Instruments
    Part Numbers 780054-01, 780054-07, 780053-04, 780053-01, 780054-04
    Model USB-6281
    Category PC-based Multifunction DAQ
    Analog Inputs 16 single-ended or 8 differential channels
    ADC Resolution 18-bits
    Max Sample Rate (Single Channel) 625 kS/s
    Max Sample Rate (Multiple Channels) 500 kS/s
    Overvoltage Protection ±25 V (device on), ±15 V (device off)
    Input Current (Overvoltage) ±25 mA max/AI pin
    Input Bias Current ±100 pA
    Analog Outputs 2 channels
    DAC Resolution 16-bits
    Max Update Rate (One Channel) 2.86 MS/s
    Max Update Rate (Both Channels) 2.00 MS/s per channel

    Question 1: What is the ADC resolution of the USB-6281?
    Answer 1: 18-bit

    Question 2: How many analog input channels does the USB-6281 support?
    Answer 2: 16 single-ended or 8 differential

    Question 3: What is the overvoltage protection for the USB-6281 when powered on?
    Answer 3: ±25 V

    Question 4: What is the maximum DAC update rate for one channel on the USB-6281?
    Answer 4: 2.86 MS/s

    Question 5: What is the input current limit for overvoltage on the USB-6281?
    Answer 5: ±25 mA maximum per AI pin