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NI PXI-6259

16-Bit, 1 MS/s (Multichannel), 1.25 MS/s (1-Channel), 32 Analog Inputs

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  • Four 16-bit analog outputs (2.8 MS/s); 48 digital I/O; 32-bit counters
  • NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
  • NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
  • Correlated DIO (32 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
  • Get improved measurement accuracy, resolution, and sensitivity by choosing high-accuracy M Series.
  • NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress interactive data-logging software


The National Instruments PXI-6259 is a high-speed multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. For increased measurement accuracy, consider the high-accuracy M Series devices with an 18-bit analog-to-digital converter providing a 4X resolution increase.

High-speed M Series devices incorporate advanced features such as the NI-STC 2 system controller, NI-PGIA 2 programmable amplifier, and NI-MCal calibration technology to increase performance and accuracy. High-speed M Series devices have an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling time at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all channels at maximum speeds. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

Specifications Documents

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Specifications Summary

General
Product Name PXI-6259
Product Family Multifunction Data Acquisition
Form Factor PXI Platform
PXI Bus Type PXI Hybrid Compatible
Part Number 779119-01
Operating System/Target Mac OS , Windows , Real-Time , Linux
LabVIEW RT Support Yes
Power Requirement for +3.3V Rail 1.2 A
Power Requirement for +5V Rail 0.03 A
Power Requirement for +12V Rail 0.38 A
Power Requirement for -12V Rail 0 A
Slot Two Module No
Module Width 1
MXI Compatible Yes
DAQ Product Family M Series
Measurement Type Quadrature encoder , Digital , Voltage , Frequency
RoHS Compliant Yes
Analog Input
Channels 32 , 16
Single-Ended Channels 32
Differential Channels 16
Resolution 16 bits
Sample Rate 1.25 MS/s
Max Voltage 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range -10 V , 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 1920 µV
Maximum Voltage Range Sensitivity 112 µV
Minimum Voltage Range -100 mV , 100 mV
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 52 µV
Minimum Voltage Range Sensitivity 6 µV
Number of Ranges 7
Simultaneous Sampling No
On-Board Memory 4095 samples
Analog Output
Channels 4
Resolution 16 bits
Max Voltage 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range -10 V , 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 2080 µV
Minimum Voltage Range -5 V , 5 V
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 1045 µV
Update Rate 2.86 MS/s
Current Drive Single 5 mA
Digital I/O
Bidirectional Channels 48
Input-Only Channels 0
Output-Only Channels 0
Number of Channels 0 , 48
Timing Software , Hardware
Max Clock Rate 10 MHz
Logic Levels TTL
Input Current Flow Sinking , Sourcing
Output Current Flow Sinking , Sourcing
Programmable Input Filters Yes
Supports Programmable Power-Up States? Yes
Current Drive Single 24 mA
Current Drive All 1 A
Watchdog Timer No
Supports Handshaking I/O? No
Supports Pattern I/O? Yes
Maximum Input Range 0 V , 5 V
Maximum Output Range 0 V , 5 V
Counter/Timers
Counters 2
Number of DMA Channels 2
Buffered Operations Yes
Debouncing/Glitch Removal Yes
GPS Synchronization No
Maximum Range 0 V , 5 V
Max Source Frequency 80 MHz
Pulse Generation Yes
Resolution 32 bits
Timebase Stability 50 ppm
Logic Levels TTL
Physical Specifications
Length 16 cm
Width 10 cm
I/O Connector 68-pin VHDCI female
Timing/Triggering/Synchronization
Triggering Digital , Analog
Synchronization Bus (RTSI) Yes

NI PXI-6259 Complete Package

Each NI PXI-6259 requires:

2 Connector Block 2 Cable NI PXI-6259 Software

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NI PXI-6259 and Accessories

Hardware Subtotal: $ 2,565
NI PXI-6259
779632-01 Qty $ 1,649 each
779119-01 Qty $ 1,649 each

Required Accessories
Connector Block - Screw Terminal
SCB-68 - 776844-01
Qty $ 319 each
Cable - Shielded
Qty $ 139 each
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You need software to interface with your hardware and to collect, analyze, present, and store your measurements. This board is compatible with a variety of programming languages, including LabVIEW, C/C++, Visual Basic, and .NET. LabVIEW provides the easiest integration with all of your NI hardware and is recommended to maximize your hardware investment.

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  • Installation and integration test of all individual hardware
  • Courtesy installation of system driver sets and application development environments
  • Extended warranty and calibration coverage for up to five years
  • Custom documentation plus a custom restore and startup utility

This service is only available for PXI, NI CompactRIO, and NI Compact FieldPoint systems.

Extended Warranties

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  • Significant cost savings compared to individual repair incidents
  • Fault location, diagnostics, and repair by NI any time the system product fails
  • All parts and labor costs covered as well as any adjustments needed to restore the hardware to manufacturing specifications

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Calibration

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