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NI PXI-6259

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

  • 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.

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Module Accessories   Chassis, Controllers, Modules Software & Services
Step 1: Verify Device and Quantity Selection
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
  NI PXI-6259      
779632-01 Standard Board
NI Recommended
5 - 10 $ 1,599
779119-01 Board for SCXI Control in PXI/SCXI Combination Chassis 5 - 10 $ 1,599

Each NI PXI-6259 requires: 2 Cables, 2 Connector Blocks

NI PXI-6259 Cable Connector Block
Step 2: Select Cable
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
Connector 0
Shielded
192061-02 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (2m)
NI Recommended
1 - 3 $ 129
192061-01 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (1m) 1 - 3 $ 99
192061-0R5 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (0.5m) 5 - 10 $ 99
192061-10 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (10m) 5 - 10 $ 219
192061-05 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (5m) 5 - 10 $ 169
Unshielded
187252-01 RC68-68 Cable (1m) 5 - 10 $ 59
187252-0R5 RC68-68 Cable (0.5m) 5 - 10 $ 49
187252-0R25 RC68-68 Cable (0.25m) 5 - 10 $ 49
Connector 1
Shielded
192061-02 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (2m)
NI Recommended
1 - 3 $ 129
192061-01 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (1m) 1 - 3 $ 99
192061-0R5 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (0.5m) 5 - 10 $ 99
192061-10 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (10m) 5 - 10 $ 219
192061-05 SHC68-68-EPM Cable (5m) 5 - 10 $ 169
Unshielded
187252-01 RC68-68 Cable (1m) 5 - 10 $ 59
187252-0R5 RC68-68 Cable (0.5m) 5 - 10 $ 49
187252-0R25 RC68-68 Cable (0.25m) 5 - 10 $ 49
Step 3: Select Connector Block
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
Connector 0
Screw Terminals
776844-01 SCB-68 - Shielded
NI Recommended
5 - 10 $ 299
BNC Termination
779556-01 BNC-2090A - Shielded, Rack Mountable 1 - 3 $ 419
777643-01 BNC-2110 - Shielded 1 - 3 $ 349
777960-01 BNC-2120 - Shielded 12 - 20 $ 399
779347-01 BNC-2111 - Shielded 5 - 10 $ 349
Screw Terminals
779475-01 SCC-68 - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 299
777145-01 CB-68LP - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 79
777141-01 TBX-68 Unshielded, I/O Connector Block with DIN-Rail Mounting - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 159
777145-02 CB-68LPR - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 99
Connector 1
Screw Terminals
776844-01 SCB-68 - Shielded
NI Recommended
5 - 10 $ 299
BNC Termination
779556-01 BNC-2090A - Shielded, Rack Mountable 1 - 3 $ 419
777643-01 BNC-2110 - Shielded 1 - 3 $ 349
777960-01 BNC-2120 - Shielded 12 - 20 $ 399
779347-01 BNC-2111 - Shielded 5 - 10 $ 349
Screw Terminals
779475-01 SCC-68 - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 299
777145-01 CB-68LP - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 79
777141-01 TBX-68 Unshielded, I/O Connector Block with DIN-Rail Mounting - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 159
777145-02 CB-68LPR - Unshielded 1 - 3 $ 99
Step 4: Select Optional Accessories
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
Other
779489-01 DAQ 7 Steps Tutorial 5 - 10 $ 95
SCC Modules
777459-04 SCC-TC02, Thermocouple Input Module with Screw Terminals 10 - 15 $ 179
777459-22 SCC-AI03, 2-Channel Isolated Analog Input 10 - 15 $ 359
777459-18 SCC-RTD01, 2-Channel RTD Input Module 10 - 15 $ 359
777459-33 SCC-CO20, 1-Channel Current Output Module (0 - 20 mA) 12 - 20 $ 279
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Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General
Product Name PXI-6259
Product Family Multifunction Data Acquisition
Form Factor PXI Platform
PXI Bus Type PXI Hybrid Compatible
Operating System/Target Windows , Real-Time , Linux , Mac OS
LabVIEW RT Support Yes
Power Requirement for +3.3V Rail 1.200 V
Power Requirement for +5V Rail 0.030 V
Power Requirement for +12V Rail 0.380 V
Power Requirement for -12V Rail 0.0 V
Slot Two Module No
Module Width 1
MXI Compatible Yes
DAQ Product Family M Series
Measurement Type Digital , Frequency , Quadrature encoder , Voltage
RoHS Compliant Yes
Analog Input
Channels 32 , 16
Single-Ended Channels 32
Differential Channels 16
Resolution 16 bits
Sample Rate 1.250 MS/s
Max Voltage 10.0 V
Maximum Voltage Range 10.0 , -10.0 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 1.920 mV
Maximum Voltage Range Sensitivity 112 µV
Minimum Voltage Range 100 V , -100 V
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 52 µV
Minimum Voltage Range Sensitivity 6 µV
Number of Ranges 7
Simultaneous Sampling No
On-Board Memory 3.999 kB
Analog Output
Channels 4
Resolution 16 bits
Max Voltage 10.0 V
Maximum Voltage Range 10.0 , -10.0 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 2.080 mV
Minimum Voltage Range 5.0 , -5.0 V
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 1.045 mV
Update Rate 2.860 MS/s
Current Drive Single 5 mA
Digital I/O
Bidirectional Channels 48
Input-Only Cannels 0
Output-Only Channels 0
Number of Channels 48 , 0 , 0
Timing Hardware , Software
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 5.0 , 0.0 V
Maximum Output Range 5.0 , 0.0 V
Counter/Timers
Counters 2
Number of DMA Channels 2
Buffered Operations Yes
Debouncing/Glitch Removal Yes
GPS Synchronization No
Maximum Range 5.0 , 0.0 V
Max Source Frequency 80 MHz
Minimum Input Pulse Width 12.500 ns
Pulse Generation Yes
Resolution 32 bits
Timebase Stability 50.0 ppm
Logic Levels TTL
Physical Specifications
Length 16.0 cm
Width 10.0 cm
I/O Connector 68-pin VHDCI female

System Assurance Programs

Reduce your setup time and total cost of ownership, and get a system you can use out of the box with National Instruments system assurance programs. System assurance programs include:

  • 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

National Instruments designs and manufactures all products to minimize failures, however unexpected failures can still occur. Extended warranties provide a fixed economical price at the time of system purchase, covering any repair costs for up to three years. In addition, they offer the following benefits:

  • 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

For more information about your warranty options:

Calibration

NI recognizes the need to maintain properly calibrated devices for high-accuracy measurements. NI provides manual calibration procedures, services to recalibrate your products, and automated calibration software to calibrate many NI measurement products.

Training

NI training is the fastest, most certain route to productivity with NI tools and successful application development.

Repair Services

Return your registered product under warranty at no additional labor and parts cost. NI offers fault location, diagnostics, and repair any time the system fails as well as any adjustments needed to restore the hardware to manufacturing specifications.

Technical Support

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