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NI PXIe-4300

Data Acquisition with Integrated Signal Conditioning for High-Voltage Measurements

  • 8 simultaneously sampled analog input channels
  • 300 Vrms CAT II channel-to-channel isolation
  • 300 V signal inputs with TB-4300B
  • 3,300 Vrms channel-to-earth transient withstand
  • ADC per channel; 250 kS/s/ch sampling rate
  • Programmable gain and lowpass filtering options per channel
  • Multidevice triggering and synchronization via PXI Express
  • Supported by NI-DAQmx driver software
 

Overview

The NI PXIe-4300 isolated analog input module provides data acquisition with integrated signal conditioning for high-voltage measurements. It features eight channels with 300 Vrms channel-to-channel isolation and simultaneous sampling up to 250 kS/s per channel. For accurate measurements, the NI PXIe-4300 offers programmable lowpass filters (10 kHz, 100 kHz, bypass) per channel. You can choose the NI TB-4300 terminal block for 1, 2, 5, and 10 V signal inputs or the TB-4300B for 30, 60, 150, and 300 V signal inputs. The TB-4300 and TB-4300B are front-mounting terminal blocks with screw terminal connectivity.

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Application and Technology

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Integrated Signal Conditioning

By combining signal conditioning and analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) on the same device, the NI PXIe-4300 isolated analog input module delivers a smaller footprint and higher measurement performance. Integrated signal conditioning also provides simplified cable management and calibration due to fewer components, which drastically reduces the installation and maintenance cost of a high-channel-count measurement system.

Safety and Accuracy with Channel-to-Channel Isolation

Isolation is needed for safe operation around high voltages. The NI PXIe-4300 has 300 Vrms of continuous channel-to-channel isolation for measurements with differing potentials as well as 3,300 Vrms transient withstand for protection from sudden voltage spikes. In addition to offering increased safety, channel-to-channel isolated systems are more accurate and easier to set up due to the elimination of ground loops.

PXI Express Dedicated Data Throughput

The SC Express modules are built on the x1 PXI Express bus with dedicated bandwidth per device up to 250 MB/s. Because of the added bandwidth provided by PXI Express, SC Express modules offer simultaneous sampling options using the same channel counts and connectivity as multiplexed devices. Unlike multiplexed devices that reduce sampling rates, you can use simultaneous sampling devices to maintain sampling rates as you expand the number of channels. 

PXI Platform Advanced Timing and Synchronization

PXI Express provides advanced timing and synchronization features, including a 100 MHz differential system clock, differential signaling, and differential star triggers. By using differential clocking and synchronization, PXI Express systems benefit from increased noise immunity for instrumentation clocks and the ability to transmit at higher-frequency rates. The SC Express family leverages PXI Express to deliver tight synchronization between modules in one chassis or multiple chassis. 

Wide Variety of I/O on the PXI Platform

When combined with more than 1500 I/O types in the PXI platform, this module offers the flexibility needed to develop a measurement system that meets your application needs. PXI modules are compatible with the CompactPCI and CompactPCI Express industrial computer standards and offer additional features such as environmental specifications, standardized software, and built-in timing and synchronization.

Connectivity

The NI PXIe-4300 is designed to be used with the NI TB-4300 and TB-4300B front-mounting terminal blocks. You can choose the TB-4300 for 1, 2, 5, and 10 V signal inputs or the TB-4300B for 30, 60, 150, and 300 V signal inputs. The terminal blocks are hot-swappable and automatically recognized in software. This makes troubleshooting easier because you can connect and remove terminal blocks without powering down the PXI measurement system. Each terminal block also includes alignment fins that guide the connector onto the PXI Express module without bent pins.  


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Support and Services

System Assurance Programs

NI system assurance programs are designed to make it even easier for you to own an NI system. These programs include configuration and deployment services for your NI PXI, CompactRIO, or Compact FieldPoint system. The NI Basic System Assurance Program provides a simple integration test and ensures that your system is delivered completely assembled in one box. When you configure your system with the NI Standard System Assurance Program, you can select from available NI system driver sets and application development environments to create customized, reorderable software configurations. Your system arrives fully assembled and tested in one box with your software preinstalled. When you order your system with the standard program, you also receive system-specific documentation including a bill of materials, an integration test report, a recommended maintenance plan, and frequently asked question documents. Finally, the standard program reduces the total cost of owning an NI system by providing three years of warranty coverage and calibration service. Use the online product advisors at ni.com/advisor to find a system assurance program to meet your needs.



Calibration

NI measurement hardware is calibrated to ensure measurement accuracy and verify that the device meets its published specifications. To ensure the ongoing accuracy of your measurement hardware, NI offers basic or detailed recalibration service that provides ongoing ISO 9001 audit compliance and confidence in your measurements. To learn more about NI calibration services or to locate a qualified service center near you, contact your local sales office or visit ni.com/calibration.


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Get answers to your technical questions using the following National Instruments resources.

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Repair

While you may never need your hardware repaired, NI understands that unexpected events may lead to necessary repairs. NI offers repair services performed by highly trained technicians who quickly return your device with the guarantee that it will perform to factory specifications. For more information, visit ni.com/repair.


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Visit ni.com/training for more information.



Extended Warranty

NI offers options for extending the standard product warranty to meet the life-cycle requirements of your project. In addition, because NI understands that your requirements may change, the extended warranty is flexible in length and easily renewed. For more information, visit ni.com/warranty.


OEM

NI offers design-in consulting and product integration assistance if you need NI products for OEM applications. For information about special pricing and services for OEM customers, visit ni.com/oem.


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Our Professional Services Team is comprised of NI applications engineers, NI Consulting Services, and a worldwide National Instruments Alliance Partner program of more than 700 independent consultants and integrators. Services range from start-up assistance to turnkey system integration. Visit ni.com/alliance.


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Detailed Specifications

This document lists specifications for the NI PXIe-4300 module. These specifications are typical for the range of 0 °C to 55 °C unless otherwise stated. The system must be allowed to warm up for 15 minutes to achieve the rated accuracy. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Visit ni.com/manuals for the most current specifications and product documentation.

Note Keep the filler panels on all unused slots in your chassis to maintain forced air cooling.

Caution Maximum voltage for all analog inputs is ±11 V for all ranges.

Analog Input

Number of channels

  8 differential

ADC resolution

  16 bits

DNL

  No missing codes guaranteed

INL

  Refer to the AI Absolute Accuracy Table

Sampling rate

Maximum

  250 kS/s per channel

Minimum

  No minimum

Timing accuracy

  50 ppm of sample rate

Timing resolution

  10 ns

Input coupling

  DC

Voltage measurement range (software-selectable per channel)

  ±10 V, ±5 V, ±2 V, ±1 V

CMRR from COM (to 60 Hz)

10 V

  95 dB

5 V

  100 dB

2 V, 1 V

  105 dB

Bandwidth

  520 kHz

Filtering

Lowpass (software-selectable per channel)

  10 kHz, 100 kHz, disable

Cut-off frequency tolerance

  ±5%

Filter type

  2nd order Butterworth

Input impedance

Device on

With TB-4300

AI – to AI COM

  >1 GΩ in parallel with 10 pF

AI + to AI COM

  >1 GΩ in parallel with 10 pF

With TB-4300B

AI – to AI COM

  >1.2 MΩ in parallel with 10 pF

AI + to AI COM

  >1.2 MΩ in parallel with 10 pF

Device off

AI+ to AI COM

  10 kΩ

AI– to AI COM

  10 kΩ

Input bias current

  ±6 nA

Input FIFO size

  2,046 samples shared among channels used

Data transfers

  DMA (scatter-gather), programmed I/O

Fault protection (powered on)

Between AI+ and AI–

  ±60 V

Between any AI and COM

  ±60 V

Between PFI or RSVD lines and COM

  ±24 V

Input current during fault conditions

  ±5 mA max/AI pin


AI Absolute Accuracy Table   1
Nominal Range Residual Gain Error (ppm of Reading) Gain Tempco (ppm/°C) Reference Tempco (ppm/°C) Residual Offset Error (ppm of Range) Offset Tempco (ppm of Range/°C) INL Error (ppm of Range) Random Noise, σ (μVrms) Absolute Accuracy at Full Scale* (μV)
Positive Full Scale Negative Full Scale
10 –10 65 11.5 5 33 10 76 208 2,460
5 –5 69 11.5 5 68 10 76 107 1,430
2 –2 75 11.5 5 168 11 76 58 785
1 –1 88 11.5 5 337 11 76 50 575


Absolute Accuracy Formulas


AbsoluteAccuracy = Reading · (GainError) + Range · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty
   GainError = ResidualAIGainError + GainTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + ReferenceTempco · (TempChangeFromLastExternalCal)
   OffsetError = ResidualAIOffsetError + OffsetTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + INL_Error

NoiceUncertainty =  For a coverage factor of 3 sigma and averaging 10000 points


* Absolute accuracy at full scale on the analog input channels is determined using the following assumptions:
    TempChangeFromLastExternalCal = 10 °C  
    TempChangeFromLastInternalCal = 1 °C  
    number_of_readings = 10000  
    CoverageFactor = 3 σ

For example, on the 10 V range, the absolute accuracy at full scale is as follows:
   GainError = 65 ppm + 11.5 ppm · 1°C + 5 ppm · 10 °C                         GainError = 126.5 ppm
   OffsetError = 33 ppm + 10 ppm · 1°C + 76 ppm                                      OffsetError = 119 ppm

NoiseUncertainty =  NoiseUncertainty = 6.2 μV

AbsoluteAccuracy = 10 V · (GainError) + 10 V · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty             AbsoluteAccuracy = 2,460 μV

Digital PFI I/O
Electrical Characteristics


Level Min Max
Input high voltage (VIH) 1.87 V 5.5 V
Input low voltage (VIL) 0 V 0.84 V
Hysteresis 0.56 V 0.87 V


Triggers

Analog Trigger

Source

  AI<0..7>

Purpose

  Reference Trigger

Level

  Full Scale (depending on AiRange), Programmable

Resolution

  16-bit

Mode

  Rising-edge, Rising-edge with Hysteresis, Falling-edge, Falling-edge with Hysteresis, Entering Window, Leaving Window

Digital Trigger

Source

  PXI_TRIG<0..7>, PXI_STAR, PXIe_DSTAR<A..B> PFI<0..1>

Purpose

  Start Trigger, Reference Trigger, Pause Trigger

Polarity

  Software-selectable

Debounce Filter Settings

  Disable, 90 ns, 5.12 μs, 2.56 ms, Custom interval
Clocking

Source

  Onboard Clock, PXI_TRIG<0..7>, PXI_STAR, PXIe_DSTAR<A..B>, PFI<0..1>, PXIe_Clk100 (RefClk Only)

Destination

  Sample Clock, Sample Clock Timebase, Reference Clock

Polarity

  Software-selectable (except Reference Clock)

Debounce filter settings (Sample Clock Only)

  Disable, 90 ns, 5.12 μs, 2.56 ms, Custom interval


Reference clock locking frequencies
Reference Signal Locking Input Frequency (MHz)
10 20 100
PXIe_DSTAR<A.. B>
PXI_STAR
PXIe_Clk100
PXI_TRIG<0..7>
PFI<0..1>


 

Note National Instruments does not recommend locking to non-selected frequencies.

Output Timing Signals

Source

  Start Trigger, Reference Trigger, Pause Trigger, PFI<0..1>, Sample Clock, Various Derived Timebases and Clocks

Destination

  PXI_TRIG<0..7> PXIe_DSTAR C

Polarity

  Software-selectable
Bus Interface

Form factor

  x1 PXI Express peripheral module, specification rev 1.0 compliant

Slot compatibility

  x1 and x4 PXI Express or PXI Express hybrid slots

DMA channels

  1 analog input
NI PXIe-4300 modules may be installed in PXI Express slots or PXI Express hybrid slots.
Calibration

Recommended warm-up time

  15 minutes

Calibration interval

  1 year
Power Requirements

+3.3 V

  2.0 W

+12 V

  8.8 W
Physical Requirements

Dimensions

  Standard 3U PXIe, 16 × 10 cm (6.3 × 3.9 in.)

Weight

  148 g (5.2 oz)

I/O connector

  96-pin male DIN 41612/IEC 60603-2 connector.
Environmental Specifications

Maximum altitude

  2,000 m (800 mbar), at 25 °C ambient temperature

Pollution Degree

  2
Indoor use only
Operating Environment

Ambient temperature range

  0 to 55 °C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 low temperature limit and MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 high temperature limit.)

Relative humidity range

  10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.)
Storage Environment

Ambient temperature range

  –40 to 71°C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 limits.)

Relative humidity range

  5% to 95% noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.)
Shock and Vibration

Operating shock

  30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-27. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 limits.)

Random vibration

Operating

  5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 grms

Non-operating

  5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 grms (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-64. Nonoperating test profile exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3.)
Safety Voltage

Connect only voltages that are within the following limits:

Between any AI+ and AI–

  ±11 V

Between any AI terminal and COM

  ±11 V

Isolation

Channel to channel

Continuous

  300 Vrms , Measurement Category II (Basic)

Withstand

  1,400 Vrms , verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test

Channel to earth ground

Continuous

  300 Vrms , Measurement Category II

Withstand

  3,300 Vrms , verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test

Caution Do not use for measurements within Measurement Categories III or IV.

Safety Standards
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
  • IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
  • UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1

Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online Product Certification section.

Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
  • EN 61326 (IEC 61326): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
  • EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
  • AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
  • FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
  • ICES-001: Class A emissions

Note For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this product, refer to the Online Product Certification section.

Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with shielded cables and accessories.

CE Compliance
 This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:
  • 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
  • 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
Online Product Certification
 Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by module number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.
Environmental Management

National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial not only to the environment but also to NI customers.

For additional environmental information, refer to the NI and the Environment Web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

EU Customers At the end of the product life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers, National Instruments WEEE initiatives, and compliance with WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm.


1 Accuracies listed are warranted for the conditions described in the table above and for up to one year from the module external calibration.

TB-4300/4300B Technical Specifications

Note NI PXIe-4300 module specifications are located in the NI PXIe-4300 Technical Specifications topic.

All specifications are typical at 23 °C unless otherwise specified.

Calibration Interval

TB-4300

  No calibration

TB-4300B

  1 year interval (verification only)
Electrical

Attenuation ratio (TB-4300B)

  30 to 1

Attenuator tolerance (TB-4300B)

  0.05%

Attenuator temperature coefficient (TB-4300B)

  5 ppm/°C

Input impedance

Device on

TB-4300

  Feedthrough 1

TB-4300B

  1.2 MΩ

Analog input range

Refer to the Maximum Voltage section.

 

   
Mechanical

Screw terminal wire gauge

  14 AWG, max
Physical
TB-4300/4300B Dimensions

Weight

  618 g (21.8 oz)
Environmental Specifications

Maximum altitude

  2,000 m (800 mbar), at 25 °C ambient temperature

Pollution Degree

  2
Indoor use only
Operating Environment

Ambient temperature range

  0 to 55 °C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 low temperature limit and MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 high temperature limit.)

Relative humidity range

  10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.)
Storage Environment

Ambient temperature range

  – 40 to 71°C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 limits.)

Relative humidity range

  5% to 95%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.)
Shock and Vibration

Operating shock

  30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-27. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 limits.)

Random vibration

Operating

  5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 grms

Non-operating

  5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 grms (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-64. Non-operating test profile exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3.)
Safety Voltages
Maximum Voltage
Depending upon the input range, connect only voltages that are within the following limits.

AI+ to AI–

TB-4300

  1, 2, 5, 10 V max

TB-4300B

  30, 60, 150, 300 V max
Isolation Voltages

Channel-to-channel

  300 Vrms, Measurement Category II (Basic)

Channel-to-earth ground

  300 Vrms, Measurement Category II (Basic)

Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system. This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as that provided by a standard wall outlet, for example, 115 V for U.S. or 230 V for Europe.

Caution Do not connect the TB-4300/4300B to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories III or IV.

Safety Standards
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
  • IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
  • UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1

Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online Product Certification section.

Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
  • EN 61326 (IEC 61326): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
  • EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
  • AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
  • FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
  • ICES-001: Class A emissions

Note For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this product, refer to the Online Product Certification section.

Note For EMC compliance, operate this product with shielded cables and accessories.

CE Compliance
 This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:
  • 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
  • 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
Online Product Certification
 Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by module number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.
Environmental Management

National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial not only to the environment but also to NI customers.

For additional environmental information, refer to the NI and the Environment Web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

EU Customers At the end of the product life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers, National Instruments WEEE initiatives, and compliance with WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm.


1 The TB-4300 is a feedthrough terminal block with no active circuitry. The input impedance registered is the input impedance of the module to which it is attached.

 


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