Description
The CompactDAQ Chassis with part number 781156-01 is a model cDAQ-9178 designed for versatile data acquisition and measurement needs. This chassis facilitates 8 slots USB connectivity, allowing for a broad range of input and output configurations. Each slot can handle 127 samples, providing ample data buffering for most applications. The maximum sample rate is dependent on the C series module utilized, ensuring flexibility in meeting specific system requirements.
With four 32 bit universally useful counters/timers, the cDAQ-9178 offers extensive capabilities for event counting and time measurement. Additionally, it features two BNC connectors for clock and triggers sharing, further enhancing its versatility for various measurement setups. The device is supported by NI-DAQmx software, ensuring easy integration and compatibility with a wide range of development environments, including LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI™, C/C++, C#, and Visual Basic .NET.
Configuration and setup are streamlined through the Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), making it easy to get your system up and running quickly. The chassis also boasts three AI timing engines, providing robust options for analog input tasks. For those requiring calibration services, options are readily available through Apex Waves, ensuring that the device maintains high accuracy and reliability over time.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 781156-01 |
| Category | CompactDAQ Chassis |
| Model | cDAQ-9178 |
| Description | CompactDAQ chassis (8 slot USB) |
| Slots | 8 |
| Input FIFO Size | 127 samples per slot |
| Maximum Sample Rate | Determined by the C series module used |
| Counters/Timers | Four 32 bit universally useful counters/timers |
| BNC Connectors | Two for clock and triggers sharing |
| Software | NI-DAQmx |
| Supported ADEs | LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI™, C/C++, C#, Visual Basic .NET |
| Configuration Tool | Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) |
| Analog Input Timing Engines | Three AI timing engines |
| Calibration Availability | Yes, options available through Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the part number for the cDAQ-9178?
Answer 1: 781156-01
Question 2: How many slots does the cDAQ-9178 have?
Answer 2: 8 slots
Question 3: What software supports the cDAQ-9178?
Answer 3: NI-DAQmx and various ADEs
Question 4: How many samples per slot can the cDAQ-9178 handle?
Answer 4: 127 samples
Question 5: Can the cDAQ-9178’s configuration be done via MAX?
Answer 5: Yes



