Description
The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device, part number 779083-01, is a robust piece of hardware that offers 32 sink output lines and features bank isolation for enhanced safety and functionality. This device is capable of handling a maximum switching voltage of ±30 VDC, making it ideal for various applications including data acquisition and industrial control.
It is designed to work seamlessly with multiple software packages, including NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI, which support efficient and flexible programming environments. When operating at 25°C, the device can provide a maximum current of 75 mA per line when all 8 lines in a port are utilized, culminating in a maximum aggregate current of 600 mA per port. If not all lines are in use, each line can deliver up to 350 mA.
The hardware is equipped with a 37-pin male DSUB I/O connector for reliable connections. To ensure system integrity, it features digital I/O watchdogs, which are critical for monitoring and responding to system errors such as PCI bus failures or computer crashes, by setting the digital outputs to a safe state. Additionally, the device’s change detection feature and programmable input filters contribute to its ability to efficiently handle digital events and filter out noise without taxing the processor.
With a weight of just 2.5 oz and compact dimensions of 5.54 x 4.47 inches, the PCI-6517 is designed for easy integration into a variety of systems while maintaining a small footprint.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device |
| Part Number | 779083-01 |
| Output Lines | 32 sink |
| Bank Isolation | Yes |
| Maximum Switching Voltage | ±30 VDC |
| Compatible Software | NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Maximum Current per Line at 25°C (using all 8 lines in a port) | 75 mA |
| Maximum Aggregate Current per Port | 600 mA |
| Maximum Current per Line (if not all lines are used) | 350 mA |
| I/O Connector | 37-pin male DSUB |
| Digital I/O Watchdogs | Yes |
| Change Detection Feature | Yes |
| Programmable Input Filters | Yes |
| Weight | 2.5 oz |
| Dimensions (L x W) | 5.54 x 4.47 in |
Q1: What are the key features and capabilities of the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device, part number 779083-01, in terms of output lines, voltage handling, software compatibility, current delivery, connectivity, and safety measures?
A1: The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device supports a maximum switching voltage of ±30 VDC.
Q2: What is the maximum switching voltage supported by the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device?
A2: The function of the digital I/O watchdogs on the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device is to monitor the system for errors such as PCI bus failures or computer crashes and to set the digital outputs to a safe state in response to such events, thereby ensuring system integrity.
Q3: What are the capabilities and safety features of the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device with part number 779083-01 in terms of output lines, isolation, maximum voltage, and current?
A3: The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device, part number 779083-01, is equipped with 32 sink output lines, can manage a maximum switching voltage of ±30 VDC, and is compatible with software such as NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI for versatile programming environments; it can deliver a maximum of 75 mA per line at 25°C with a total of 600 mA per port, or 350 mA per line if fewer lines
Q4: What are the key features and specifications of the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device, including its output capabilities, software compatibility, safety measures, and physical characteristics?
A4: The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device is a high-performance hardware component with 32 sink output lines, bank isolation for safety, and a ±30 VDC maximum switching voltage, suitable for data acquisition and industrial control. It supports NI-DAQmx, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI software for flexible programming and offers a maximum current of 75 mA per line, or up to 350 mA if fewer lines are used, with a total of 600 mA per port.
Q5: What is the function of the digital I/O watchdogs on the National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device?
A5: The National Instruments PCI-6517 Digital I/O Device, part number 779083-01, is equipped with 32 sink output lines, offers bank isolation for improved safety, can handle a maximum switching voltage of ±30 VDC, and provides up to 75 mA per line at 25°C when all 8 lines in a port are used, with a maximum aggregate current of 600 mA per port, or up to 350 mA when fewer lines are utilized.
