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NI ExpressCard-GPIB

GPIB Interface for ExpressCard

  • NI-488.2 for Windows Vista (32- and 64-bit)/XP/2000
  • Hi-Speed USB technology through ExpressCard slot
  • Design based on NI GPIB-USB-HS
  • Maximum transfer rates - 1.8 MB/s (IEEE 488.1) and 7.2 MB/s (HS488)
  • FIFOs for increased performance
  • Complete IEEE 488.2 compatibility
Data Sheet

The NI ExpressCard-GPIB is a low-cost, high-performance IEEE 488 interface for notebook computers (laptops) with ExpressCard slots. The 34 mm NI ExpressCard-GPIB provides unmatched portability with industry-leading performance. An NI TNT ASIC makes the NI ExpressCard-GPIB a maximum-performance GPIB interface. The NI ExpressCard-GPIB offers sustained data transfer rates of up to 1.8 MB/s using the IEEE 488.1 standard handshake and implements the IEEE 488.1 high-speed handshake (HS488) for benchmarked data transfers at up to 7.2 MB/s. The NI ExpressCard-GPIB design is based on the NI GPIB-USB-HS, which is another effective solution for GPIB instrument control from laptops.

Step 1: Verify Device and Quantity Selection
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
  NI ExpressCard-GPIB, NI-488.2 for Windows Vista/XP/2000 (Includes Cable)      
779425-04 4m Cable 12 - 20 $ 639.00
779425-02 2m Cable
NI Recommended
5 - 10 $ 629.00
Step 2: Select Optional Accessories
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
Other
777550-01 USB/PCMCIA Strain Relief Kit for laptops 5 - 10 $ 49.00
779651-04 GPIB-120B Bus Isolator/Expander, Universal Euro 240 VAC 5 - 10 $ 999.00
Step 3: Add to Cart or Get a Quote
Step 2: Select Optional Accessories
Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
(change)
Qty
Other
777550-01 USB/PCMCIA Strain Relief Kit for laptops 5 - 10 $ 49.00
779651-04 GPIB-120B Bus Isolator/Expander, Universal Euro 240 VAC 5 - 10 $ 999.00
Step 3: Add to Cart or Get a Quote

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Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General 
Form FactorExpressCard
Operating System / TargetWindows
GPIB Standard CompatibilityIEEE 488
IEEE 488.1
IEEE 488.2
HS488
Onboard GPIB AnalyzerNo
Onboard GPIB ASIC ChipTNT5004
LabVIEW RT SupportNo
Port Information 
Number of Ports1
Maximum Transfer Rate (IEEE 488.1)1.8 MB/s (IEEE 488.1)
Maximum Transfer Rate (HS488)7.2 MB/s (HS488)
I/O FIFO Buffer Size32 B
64 B
Maximum Device Connections / Port14
Maximum Cable Length4 m
Power Requirements 
Voltage3.3 VDC
Current140 mA
SourceInternally Powered
Physical Specifications 
Length3.4 cm
Width0.5 cm
Height7.5 cm
I/O Connector24-pin IEEE 488
Operating Temperature0..65 °C

Select from the following compatible software for the NI ExpressCard-GPIB.

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Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
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Qty
DS410836 NI Developer Suite Core (English)
NI Recommended
  $ 4,699.00

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Qty
776671-09 NI LabVIEW Base Development System for Windows (English) 1 - 2 $ 1,249.00
779037-09 NI LabVIEW SignalExpress for Windows 5 - 10 $ 749.00
776670-09 NI LabVIEW Full Development System for Windows (English) 1 - 2 $ 2,599.00

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Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
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Qty
DS410836 NI Developer Suite Core (English)
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  $ 4,699.00

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776800-09 LabWindows/CVI Full Development System for Windows 5 - 10 $ 2,599.00
778800-09 NI Measurement Studio Enterprise Edition for Microsoft Visual Studio 5 - 10 $ 2,599.00

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