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NI USB-9211A

Portable USB-Based DAQ for Thermocouples

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  • 4 channels of 24-bit thermocouple input
  • Plug-and-play connectivity via USB
  • Compatibility with J, K, R, S, T, N, E, and B thermocouple types
  • Small, portable devices (12.1 by 8.6 by 2.5 cm)
  • Includes NI-DAQmx driver software and LabVIEW SignalExpress LE for Windows
  • Includes NI-DAQmx Base driver software for Linux® and Mac
Data Sheet

The NI USB-9211A data acquisition module features integrated signal conditioning that provides plug-and-play connectivity via USB for faster setup and measurements. It is designed especially for thermocouple measurements with 24 bits of resolution for superior accuracy and built-in sensors for cold-junction compensation. In addition, this module includes 250 Vrms channel-to-earth ground isolation for safety, noise immunity, and high common-mode voltage range.

This USB data acquisition module is compatible with Microsoft Windows OSs when using NI-DAQmx driver software, and Mac OS X and Linux OSs when using NI-DAQmx Base driver software. This USB data acquisition module is not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Every NI USB data acquisition module includes a copy of NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE for Windows so you can quickly acquire, analyze, and present data without programming. In addition to LabVIEW SignalExpress, USB data acquisition modules are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW 7.1 Real-Time Module. USB data acquisition modules are also compatible with ANSI C/C++, C#, Visual Studio .NET, and Visual Basic 6.0.

The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.

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Part Number Description Est Ship  US Dollars Qty
Common Configuration
779436-01USB-9211A 4 ch, 24-Bit Thermocouple Input Module for Windows1 - 3$ 529.00
780100-01USB-9211A 4-ch,24-bit Thermocouple Input Module for Linux and Mac12 - 20$ 529.00
Optional Accessories
777550-01USB/PCMCIA Cable Strain Relief for Laptop5 - 10$ 49.00

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Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General 
Form FactorUSB
Operating System / TargetWindows, Linux, Mac OS
Measurement TypeThermocouple
Isolation TypeBank Isolation
Analog Input 
Number of Channels4 DI
Sample Rate12 S/s
Resolution24 bits
Simultaneous SamplingNo
Maximum Voltage Range-80..80 mV
Minimum Voltage Range-80..80 mV
Analog Output 
Number of Channels0
Digital I/O 
Number of Channels0
Counter/Timers 
Number of Counter/Timers0

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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

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Temperature Datalogger

Virtual Demo

The USB-9211A includes LabVIEW SignalExpress software that lets you view and analyze real-time data, as well as log to disk. View the video to see how you can be taking measurements in a few minutes.

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