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Bus-Powered M Series Multifunction DAQ for USB - 16-Bit, up to 400 kS/s, up to 32 Analog Inputs, Isolation
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Overview
With recent bandwidth improvements and new innovations from National Instruments, USB has evolved into a core bus of choice for measurement and automation applications. NI M Series devices for USB deliver high-performance data acquisition in an easy-to-use and portable form factor through USB ports on laptop computers and other portable computing platforms. National Instruments designed the new and innovative patent-pending NI signal streaming technology that enables sustained bidirectional high-speed data streams on USB. The new technology, combined with advanced external synchronization and isolation, helps engineers and scientists achieve high-performance applications on USB.NI M Series bus-powered multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) devices for USB are optimized for superior accuracy in a small form factor. They provide an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling times at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all available channels at maximum speed.
All bus-powered devices have a minimum of 16 analog inputs, digital triggering, and two counter/timers. USB M Series devices are ideal for test, control, and design applications including portable data logging, field monitoring, embedded OEM, in-vehicle data acquisition and academic.
Requirements and Compatibility
OS Information
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Driver Information
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Software Compatibility
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Comparison Tables
| Family | Connector | Analog Inputs | Resolution (bits) | Max Rate (kS/s) | Analog Outputs | Resolution (bits) | Max Rate (kS/s) | Digital I/O | Isolation |
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| USB-6210 | Screw | 16 | 16 | 250 | - | - | - | 4 DI/4 DO | - |
| USB-6211 | Screw | 16 | 16 | 250 | 2 | 16 | 250 | 4 DI/4 DO | - |
| USB-6212 | Screw/68-pin SCSI | 16 | 16 | 400 | 2 | 16 | 250 | 24 or 32 DIO | - |
| USB-6215 | Screw | 16 | 16 | 250 | 2 | 16 | 250 | 4 DI/4 DO | 60 V, CAT I |
| USB-6216 | Screw/68-pin SCSI | 16 | 16 | 400 | 2 | 16 | 250 | 24 or 32 DIO | 60 V, CAT I |
| USB-6218 | Screw | 32 | 16 | 250 | 2 | 16 | 250 | 8 DI/8 DO | 60 V, CAT I |
Application and Technology
NI Signal Streaming
To optimize the use of the Universal Serial Bus (USB) and deliver high-performance data acquisition, National Instruments created several key technologies to push the limits of USB throughput and latency. NI signal streaming combines three innovative hardware- and software-level design elements to enable sustained high-speed and bidirectional data streams over USB. For more information, visit ni.com/usb.
USB M Series for Test
You can use USB M Series multifunction DAQ devices for low-cost test or to complement existing test systems that need additional measurement channels. For higher-channel-count signal conditioning on USB, consider the NI CompactDAQ or SCXI platforms.
USB M Series for Design
For design applications, you can use a wide range of I/O – from 16 differential analog inputs to 32 digital lines – to measure and verify prototype designs. USB M Series devices and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress interactive measurement software deliver benchtop measurements to the PC. With LabVIEW SignalExpress, you can quickly create design verification tests. You can convert your tested and verified LabVIEW SignalExpress projects to LabVIEW applications for immediate M Series DAQ use, and bridge the gap between test, control, and design applications.
USB M Series for OEM
Shorten your time to market by integrating world-class National Instruments OEM measurement products in your design. Board-only versions of USB M Series DAQ devices for OEM applications feature competitive quantity pricing and software customization. The NI OEM Elite Program offers free 30-day trial kits for qualified customers. Visit ni.com/oem for more information.
Recommended Driver Software
National Instruments measurement services software, built around NI-DAQmx driver software, includes intuitive application programming interfaces, configuration tools, I/O assistants, and other tools designed to reduce system setup, configuration, and development time. National Instruments recommends using the latest version of NI-DAQmx driver software for application development in NI LabVIEW, LabVIEW SignalExpress, LabWindows™/CVI, and Measurement Studio software. To obtain the latest version of NI-DAQmx, visit ni.com/support/daq/versions. NI measurement services software speeds up your development with features including the following:
- A guide to create fast and accurate measurements with no programming using the DAQ Assistant
- Automatic code generation to create your application in LabVIEW; LabWindows/CVI; LabVIEW SignalExpress; and C#, Visual Studio .NET, ANSI C/C++, or Visual Basic using Measurement Studio
- Multithreaded streaming technology for 1,000 times performance improvements
- Automatic timing, triggering, and synchronization routing to make advanced applications easy
- More than 3,000 free software downloads available at ni.com/zone to jump-start your project
- Software configuration of all digital I/O features without hardware switches/jumpers
- Single programming interface for analog input, analog output, digital I/O, and counters on hundreds of multifunction DAQ hardware devices
M Series devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, or Measurement Studio versions 7.x; and LabVIEW SignalExpress 2.x.
Recommended Accessories
(Mass-Terminal Versions)
Signal conditioning is required for sensor measurements or voltage inputs greater than 10 V. NI SCC products, which are designed to increase the performance and reliability of your data acquisition system, are up to 10 times more accurate than using terminal blocks alone. For more information, visit ni.com/sigcon.
Ordering Information
For a complete list of accessories, visit the product page on ni.com.
| Products | Part Number | Recommended Accessories | Part Number |
| NI USB-6211 | |||
| NI USB-6211 (Windows) | 779676-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6211 (Mac OS X and Linux) | 780104-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6218 | |||
| NI USB-6218 (Windows) | 779678-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6218 (Mac OS X and Linux) | 780106-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6215 | |||
| NI USB-6215 | 779677-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6215 (Mac OS X and Linux) | 780105-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6210 | |||
| NI USB-6210 (Windows) | 779675-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6210 (Mac OS X and Linux) | 780103-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6216 | |||
| NI USB-6216 | 780108-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6216 Mass Terminal Each NI USB-6216 Mass Terminal requires: 1 Cable, 1 Connector Block | 780170-01 | Cable: Shielded - SH68-68-EPM Cable (1m) | 199006-01 |
| Connector Block: Screw Terminals - SCC-68 | 779475-01 | ||
| NI USB-6212 | |||
| NI USB-6212 | 780107-01 | No accessories required. | |
| NI USB-6212 Mass Terminal Each NI USB-6212 Mass Terminal requires: 1 Cable, 1 Connector Block | 780169-01 | Cable: Shielded - SH68-68-EPM Cable (1m) | 199006-01 |
| Connector Block: Screw Terminals - SCC-68 | 779475-01 | ||
Software Recommendations
NI LabVIEW Professional Development System for Mac OS X
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NI Measurement Studio Professional Edition
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NI LabWindows™/CVI for Windows
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NI LabVIEW SignalExpress for Windows
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Support and Services
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.
Technical Support
Get answers to your technical questions using the following National Instruments resources.
Support - Visit ni.com/support to access the NI KnowledgeBase, example programs, and tutorials or to contact our applications engineers who are located in NI sales offices around the world and speak the local language.
Discussion Forums - Visit forums.ni.com for a diverse set of discussion boards on topics you care about.
Online Community - Visit community.ni.com to find, contribute, or collaborate on customer-contributed technical content with users like you.
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.
Training and Certifications
The NI training and certification program delivers the fastest, most certain route to increased proficiency and productivity using NI software and hardware. Training builds the skills to more efficiently develop robust, maintainable applications, while certification validates your knowledge and ability.
Classroom training in cities worldwide - the most comprehensive hands-on training taught by engineers.
On-site training at your facility - an excellent option to train multiple employees at the same time.
Online instructor-led training - lower-cost, remote training if classroom or on-site courses are not possible.
Course kits - lowest-cost, self-paced training that you can use as reference guides.
Training memberships and training credits - to buy now and schedule training later.
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.
Detailed Specifications
Specifications listed below are typical at 25 °C unless otherwise noted. Refer to the NI USB-621x User Manual for more information about USB-621x devices.
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Number of channels |
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USB-6210/6211/6212/6215/6216 |
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8 differential or 16 single ended |
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USB-6218 |
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16 differential or 32 single ended |
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ADC resolution |
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16 bits |
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DNL |
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No missing codes guaranteed |
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INL |
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Refer to the AI Absolute Accuracy Tables |
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Sampling rate |
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Maximum |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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250 kS/s single channel, 250 kS/s multichannel (aggregate) |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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400 kS/s single channel, 400 kS/s multichannel (aggregate) |
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Minimum |
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0 S/s |
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Timing accuracy |
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50 ppm of sample rate |
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Timing resolution |
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50 ns |
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Input coupling |
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DC |
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Input range |
±10 V, ±5 V, ±1 V, ±0.2 V |
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Maximum working voltage for analog inputs (signal + common mode) |
±10.4 V of AI GND |
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CMRR (DC to 60 Hz) |
100 dB |
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Input impedance |
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Device on |
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AI+ to AI GND |
>10 GΩ in parallel with 100 pF |
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AI- to AI GND |
>10 GΩ in parallel with 100 pF |
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Device off |
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AI+ to AI GND |
1200 Ω |
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AI- to AI GND |
1200 Ω |
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Input bias current |
±100 pA |
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Crosstalk (at 100 kHz) |
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Adjacent channels |
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-75 dB |
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Non-adjacent channels |
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-90 dB |
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Small signal bandwidth (-3 dB) |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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450 kHz |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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1.5 MHz |
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Input FIFO size |
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4,095 samples |
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Scan list memory |
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4,095 entries |
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Data transfers |
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USB Signal Stream, programmed I/O |
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Overvoltage protection (AI <0..31>, AI SENSE) |
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Device on |
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±30 V for up to two AI pins |
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Device off |
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±20 V for up to two AI pins |
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Input current during overvoltage condition |
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±20 mA max/AI pin |
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Settling Time for Multichannel Measurements |
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Accuracy, full scale step, all ranges |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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±90 ppm of step (±6 LSB) |
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4 μs convert interval |
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±30 ppm of step (±2 LSB) |
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5 μs convert interval |
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±15 ppm of step (±1 LSB) |
7 μs convert interval | |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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±90 ppm of step (±6 LSB) |
2.5 μs convert interval |
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±30 ppm of step (±2 LSB) |
3.5 μs convert interval |
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±15 ppm of step (±1 LSB) |
5.5 μs convert interval |
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Analog Output |
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Number of channels |
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USB-6210 |
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0 |
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USB-6211/6212/6215/6216/6218 |
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2 |
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DAC resolution |
16 bits | |
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DNL |
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±1 LSB |
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Monotonicity |
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16 bit guaranteed |
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Maximum update rate |
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1 channel |
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250 kS/s |
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2 channels |
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250 kS/s per channel |
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Timing accuracy |
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50 ppm of sample rate |
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Timing resolution |
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50 ns |
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Output range |
±10 V | |
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Output coupling |
DC |
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Output impedance |
0.2 Ω |
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Output current drive |
±2 mA | |
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Overdrive protection |
±30 V |
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Overdrive current |
2.4 mA |
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Power-on state |
±20 mV |
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Power-on glitch |
±1 V for 200 ms |
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Output FIFO size |
8,191 samples shared among channels used |
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Data transfers |
USB Signal Stream, programmed I/O |
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AO waveform modes:
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Settling time, full scale step 15 ppm (1 LSB) |
32 μs |
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Slew rate |
5 V/μs |
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Glitch energy |
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Magnitude |
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100 mV |
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Duration |
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2.6 μs |
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Calibration (AI and AO) |
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Recommended warm-up time |
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15 minutes |
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Calibration interval |
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1 year |
AI Absolute Accuracy Table (USB-6210/6211/6215/6218) |
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| Nominal Range | Residual Gain Error (ppm of Reading) |
Gain Tempco (ppm/°C) | Reference Tempco | 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 Scale1 (μV) | Sensitivity2 (μV) | |
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Positive Full Scale |
Negative Full Scale |
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| 10 | -10 | 75 | 7.3 | 5 | 20 | 34 | 76 | 229 | 2,690 | 91.6 |
| 5 | -5 | 85 | 7.3 | 5 | 20 | 36 | 76 | 118 | 1,410 | 47.2 |
| 1 | -1 | 95 | 7.3 | 5 | 25 | 49 | 76 | 26 | 310 | 10.4 |
| 0.2 | - 0.2 | 135 | 7.3 | 5 | 40 | 116 | 76 | 12 | 88 | 4.8 |
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AbsoluteAccuracy = Reading · (GainError) + Range · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty GainError = ResidualAIGainError + GainTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + ReferenceTempco · (TempChangeFromLastExternalCal) OffsetError = ResidualAIOffsetError + OffsetTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + INL_Error
1 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 = 100 CoverageFactor = 3 σ For example, on the 10 V range, the absolute accuracy at full scale is as follows: GainError = 75 ppm + 7.3 ppm · 1 + 5 ppm · 10 GainError = 132 ppm OffsetError = 20 ppm + 34 ppm · 1 + 76 ppm OffsetError = 130 ppm
AbsoluteAccuracy = 10 V · (GainError) + 10 V · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty AbsoluteAccuracy = 2,690 μV 2 Sensitivity is the smallest voltage change that can be detected. It is a function of noise. Accuracies listed are valid for up to one year from the device external calibration. |
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AI Absolute Accuracy Table (USB-6212/6216) |
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| Nominal Range | Residual Gain Error (ppm of Reading) |
Gain Tempco (ppm/°C) | Reference Tempco | 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 Scale1 (μV) | Sensitivity2 (μV) | |
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Negative Full Scale |
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| 10 | -10 | 75 | 7.3 | 5 | 20 | 34 | 76 | 295 | 2,710 | 118.0 |
| 5 | -5 | 85 | 7.3 | 5 | 20 | 36 | 76 | 149 | 1,420 | 59.6 |
| 1 | -1 | 95 | 7.3 | 5 | 25 | 49 | 76 | 32 | 310 | 12.8 |
| 0.2 | - 0.2 | 135 | 7.3 | 5 | 40 | 116 | 76 | 13 | 89 | 5.2 |
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AbsoluteAccuracy = Reading · (GainError) + Range · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty GainError = ResidualAIGainError + GainTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + ReferenceTempco · (TempChangeFromLastExternalCal) OffsetError = ResidualAIOffsetError + OffsetTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + INL_Error
1 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 = 100 CoverageFactor = 3 σ For example, on the 10 V range, the absolute accuracy at full scale is as follows: GainError = 75 ppm + 7.3 ppm · 1 + 5 ppm · 10 GainError = 132 ppm OffsetError = 20 ppm + 34 ppm · 1 + 76 ppm OffsetError = 130 ppm
AbsoluteAccuracy = 10 V · (GainError) + 10 V · (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty AbsoluteAccuracy = 2,690 μV 2 Sensitivity is the smallest voltage change that can be detected. It is a function of noise. Accuracies listed are valid for up to one year from the device external calibration. |
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AO Absolute Accuracy Table |
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| Nominal Range | Residual Gain Error (ppm of Reading) |
Gain Tempco (ppm/°C) | Reference Tempco | 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 Scale1 (μV) | Sensitivity2 (μV) | |
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| 10 | -10 | 90 | 11 | 5 | 60 | 12 | 128 | 3,512 | 2,710 | 118.0 |
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1 Absolute Accuracy at full scale numbers is valid immediately following internal calibration and assumes the device is operating within 10 °C of the last external calibration. Accuracies listed are valid for up to one year from the device external calibration. AbsoluteAccuracy = OutputValue · (GainError) + Range · (OffsetError) GainError = ResidualGainError + GainTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + ReferenceTempco · (TempChangeFromLastExternalCal) OffsetError = ResidualOffsetError + AOOffsetTempco · (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + INL_Error |
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Digital I/O/PFI |
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Static Characteristics |
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Number of channels |
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Digital input |
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USB-6210/6211/6215 |
4 (PFI <0..3>/P0.<0..3>) |
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USB-6218 |
8 (PFI <0..3>/P0.<0..3>, PFI <8..11>/P0.<4..7>) | |
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Digital output |
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USB-6210/6211/6215 |
4 (PFI <4..7>/P1.<0..3>) | |
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USB-6218 |
8 (PFI <4..7>/P1.<0..3>, PFI <12..15>/P1.<4..7>) |
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Digital input or output |
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USB-6212/6216 Screw Terminal |
32 total, 16 (P0.<0..15>), 16 (PFI <0..7>/P1.<0..7>, PFI <8..15>/P2.<0..7>) |
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USB-6212/6216 Mass Termination |
24 total, 8 (P0.<0..7>), 16 (PFI <0..7>/P1.<0..7>, PFI <8..15>/P2.<0..7>) |
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Ground reference |
D GND |
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Pull-down resistor |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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47 kΩ ±1% |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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50 kΩ typical, 20 kΩ minimum |
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Input voltage protection1 |
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±20 V on up to 8 pins |
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PFI Functionality |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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PFI <0..3>, PFI <8..11>/Port 0 |
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Functionality |
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Static digital input, timing input |
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Debounce filter settings |
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125 ns, 6.425 μs, 2.56 ms, disable; high and low transitions; selectable per input |
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PFI <4..7>, PFI <12..15>/Port 1 |
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Functionality |
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Static digital output, timing output |
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Timing output sources |
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Many AI, AO, counter timing signals |
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USB-6212/6216 PFI <0..15> |
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Functionality |
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Static digital input, static digital output, timing input, timing output |
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Timing output sources |
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Many AI, AO, counter timing signals |
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Debounce filter settings |
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125 ns, 6.425 μs, 2.56 ms, disable; high and low transitions; selectable per input |
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Maximum Operation Conditions |
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Min |
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| IOL output low current | — | 16 mA |
| IOH output high current | — | -16 mA |
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Digital Input Characteristics (USB-6210/6211/6215/6218) |
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Min |
Max |
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VIL input low voltage VIH input high voltage |
0 V 2 V |
0.8 V 5.25 V |
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IIL input low current (Vin = 0 V) IIH input high current (Vin = 5 V) |
— — |
-10 μA 120 μA |
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Digital Input Characteristics (USB-6212/6216) |
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Min |
Max |
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VIL input low voltage VIH input high voltage |
0 V 2.2 V |
0.8 V 5.25 V |
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IIL input low current (Vin = 0 V) IIH input high current (Vin = 5 V) |
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-10 μA 250 μA |
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Positive-going threshold (VT+) |
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2.2 V |
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Negative-going threshold (VT-) |
0.8 V |
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Delta VT hysteresis (VT+ - VT-) |
0.2 V |
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Digital Output Characteristics (USB-6210/6211/6215/6218) |
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Voltage Level |
Current Level |
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VOL |
0.6 V |
6 mA |
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VOH |
2.7 V |
-16 mA |
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3.8 V |
-6 mA |
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Digital Output Characteristics (USB-6212/6216) |
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General-Purpose Counter/Timers |
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Number of counter/timers |
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2 |
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Resolution |
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32 bits |
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Counter measurements |
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Edge counting, pulse, semi-period, period, two-edge separation |
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Position measurements |
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X1, X2, X4 quadrature encoding with Channel Z reloading; two-pulse encoding |
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Output applications |
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Pulse, pulse train with dynamic updates, frequency division, equivalent time sampling |
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Internal base clocks |
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80 MHz, 20 MHz, 0.1 MHz |
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External base clock frequency |
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0 MHz to 20 MHz |
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Base clock accuracy |
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50 ppm |
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Inputs |
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Gate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z, Up_Down |
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Routing options for inputs |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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PFI <0..3>, PFI <8..11>, many internal signals |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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PFI <0..15>, many internal signals |
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FIFO |
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1,023 samples |
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Data transfers |
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USB Signal Stream, programmed I/O |
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Frequency Generator |
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Number of channels |
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1 |
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Base clocks |
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10 MHz, 100 kHz |
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Divisors |
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1 to 16 |
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Base clock accuracy |
50 ppm |
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Output can be available on any output PFI terminal. |
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External Digital Triggers |
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Source |
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USB-6210/6211/6215/6218 |
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PFI <0..3>, PFI <8..11> |
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USB-6212/6216 |
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PFI <0..15> |
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Polarity |
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Software-selectable for most signals |
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Analog input function |
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Start Trigger, Reference Trigger, Pause Trigger, Sample Clock, Convert Clock, Sample Clock Timebase |
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Analog output function |
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Start Trigger, Pause Trigger, Sample Clock, Sample Clock Timebase |
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Counter/timer functions |
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Gate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z, Up_Down |
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Bus Interface |
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USB |
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USB 2.0 Hi-Speed or Full-Speed2 |
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USB Signal Stream (USB) |
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4, can be used for analog input, analog output, counter/timer 0, counter/timer 1 |
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Power Limits |
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+5 V terminal as output3,4 |
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Voltage |
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4.6 to 5.2 V |
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Current (internally limited) |
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50 mA max, shared with digital outputs |
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+5 V terminal as input3,4 |
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Voltage |
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4.75 to 5.35 V |
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Current |
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350 mA max, self-resetting fus |
Caution Do not exceed 16 mA per DIO pin.
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Protection |
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±10 V |
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Power Requirements |
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Input voltage on USB-621x USB port |
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4.5 to 5.25 V in configured state |
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Maximum inrush current |
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500 mA |
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No load typical current |
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320 mA at 4.5 V |
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Maximum load |
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Typical current |
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400 mA at 4.5 V |
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Suspend current |
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260 μA, typical |
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Physical Characteristics |
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Enclosure dimensions (includes connectors) |
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USB-621x Screw Terminal |
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16.9 × 9.4 × 3.1 cm (6.65 × 3.70 × 1.20 in.) |
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USB-621x Mass Termination |
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19.3 × 9.4 × 3.1 cm (7.61 × 3.68 × 1.20 in.) |
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Weight |
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USB-6210/6211/6212/6215/6216/6218 Screw Terminal |
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206 g (7.2 oz) |
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USB-6212 Mass Termination |
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227 g (8.0 oz) |
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USB-6216 Mass Termination |
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231 g (8.1 oz) |
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USB-6210 OEM |
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73 g (2.5 oz) |
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USB-6212/6216/6218 OEM |
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76 g (2.6 oz) |
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I/O connectors |
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USB-6210/6211/6215 |
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Two 16-position combicon |
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USB-6212/6216/6218 Screw Terminal |
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Four 16-position combicon |
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USB-6212/6216 Mass Termination |
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One 68-pin SCSI |
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USB connector |
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Series B receptacle |
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Screw terminal wiring |
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Screw terminal wiring |
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Torque for screw terminals |
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0.22-0.25 N · m (2.0 -2.2 lb · in.) |
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Environmental |
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Operating temperature |
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0 to 45 °C |
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Storage temperature |
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-20 to 70 °C |
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Humidity |
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10 to 90% RH, noncondensing |
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Maximum altitude |
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2,000 m |
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Pollution Degree (indoor use only) |
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Maximum Working Voltage5 |
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USB-6210/6211/6212 Rated Voltage |
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Channel-to-earth ground |
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11 V, Measurement Category I |
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Caution Do not use for measurements within Categories II, III, or IV. |
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USB-6215/6216/6218 Rated Voltage |
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Channel-to-earth ground6 |
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Continuous |
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≤30 Vrms/60 VDC, Measurement Category I7 |
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Withstand |
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≤840 Vrms/1200 VDC, verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test |
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Channel-to-bus8 |
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Continuous |
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≤30 Vrms/60 VDC, Measurement Category I7 |
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Withstand |
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≤1400 Vrms/1950 VDC, verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test |
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Analog channel to AI GND/AO GND |
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≤11 V, Measurement Category I7 |
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Digital channel to D GND (in the USB-6215/6216/6218 Maximum Working Voltage figure, Vb - Vc) |
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≤5.25 V, Measurement Category I7 |
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Caution This device is rated for Measurement Category I and the voltage across the isolation barrier is limited to no greater than 30 Vrms/60 VDC/42.4 Vpk continuous. Do not use for measurements within Categories II, III, or IV. |
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The USB-6215/6216/6218 Maximum Working Voltage figure illustrates the maximum working voltage specifications. |
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Safety |
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This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use: |
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Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column. |
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Electromagnetic Compatibility |
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This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use: |
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Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with shielded cables. |
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CE Compliance |
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This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows: |
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Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column. |
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Environmental Management |
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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. |
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) |
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At the end of their life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives, visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm. |
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| 1 Stresses beyond those listed under Input voltage protection may cause permanent damage to the device. | ||
| 2 If you are using a USB M Series device in Full-Speed mode, device performance will be lower and you will not be able to achieve maximum sampling/update rates. | ||
| 3 Older revisions of USB-621x Screw Terminal devices have a self-resetting fuse that opens when current exceeds this specification. Newer revisions have a traditional fuse that opens when current exceeds this specification. This fuse is not customer-replaceable; if the fuse permanently opens, return the device to NI for repair. | ||
| 4 USB-621x Mass Termination devices have a user-replaceable socketed fuse that opens when current exceeds this specification. Refer to the NI USB-621x User Manual for information about fuse replacement. | ||
| 5 Maximum working voltage refers to the signal voltage plus the common-mode voltage. | ||
| 6 In the USB-6215/6216/6218 Maximum Working Voltage figure, |Va – Vd|, |Vb – Vd|, and |Vc – Vd|. | ||
| 7 Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred to as MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous live electrical supply system that powers equipment. This category is for measurements of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. | ||
| 8 In the USB-6215/6216/6218 Maximum Working Voltage figure, |Va – Ve|, |Vb – Ve|, and |Vc – Ve|. | ||
Pinouts/Front Panel Connections
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| USB-6210 Pinout |
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| USB-6211/6215 Pinout |
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| USB-6212/6216 Pinout |
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| USB-6212/6216 Mass Termination Pinout |
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| USB-6218 Pinout |
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