Description
The NI USB-6212 OEM is a board-only, bus-powered multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) device, designed by National Instruments for PC-based systems. It carries the part number 780171-01 and is packaged in quantities of 10. This device is distinguished by its versatility, supporting a broad range of software including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, and is compatible with Linux OS.
With 16 analog input channels and 2 analog output channels, the USB-6212 is capable of handling a wide variety of sensors and actuators. It offers 32 digital I/O channels, providing ample scope for digital signal processing and control tasks. The device boasts a sampling rate of up to 400 kS/s and an update rate of 250 kS/s, ensuring rapid data acquisition and processing.
The absolute accuracy for analog input is specified at 2710 µV, allowing for precise measurements. Additionally, it includes 2 counter/timers with 32-bit resolution, enhancing its capability for detailed time-based measurements and operations. The onboard FIFO buffer can store 4095 samples, facilitating efficient data management during high-speed acquisition.
Furthermore, the USB-6212 supports base clock frequencies of 10 MHz and 100 kHz, providing flexibility in timing and synchronization for various applications. Its connectivity through a bus-powered USB device ensures easy integration with a wide range of computing platforms, making the NI USB-6212 an essential tool for engineers and scientists in their data acquisition and analysis tasks.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 780171-01 |
| Category | PC-based Multifunction DAQ |
| Model | USB-6212 |
| Description | NI USB-6212 OEM Bus-powered M Series, Board-Only, Qty 10 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Connectivity | Bus-powered USB device |
| Software Compatibility | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, Linux OS |
| Analog Input Channels | 16 |
| Analog Output Channels | 2 |
| Digital I/O Channels | 32 |
| Sampling Rate | Up to 400 kS/s |
| Update Rate | 250 kS/s |
| Absolute Accuracy (Analog Input) | 2710 µV |
| Counter/Timers | 2 with 32-bit resolution |
| FIFO Buffer Size | 4095 samples |
| Base Clock Frequencies | 10 MHz and 100 kHz |




