- 16 analog inputs (18-bit), 625 kS/s single-channel (500 kS/s aggregate)
- 2 analog outputs (16-bit, 2.8 MS/s); 24 digital I/O (8 clocked); 32-bit counters
- Use mass-termination version with SCC signal conditioning; OEM version available
- NI signal streaming for bidirectional high-speed data streams over USB
- Compatibility with LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, and Measurement Studio for Visual Studio .NET
- NI-DAQmx driver software and LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software
 Data Sheet
The National Instruments USB-6281 is a USB high-accuracy M Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) module optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. The NI USB-6281 is ideal for applications such as dynamic signal acquisition and, when used with NI signal conditioning, for sensor measurements.
The USB-6281 is designed specifically for mobile or space-constrained applications. Plug-and-play installation minimizes configuration and setup time, while direct screw-terminal connectivity helps keep costs down and simplifies signal connections. NI-DAQmx driver and measurement services software provides easy-to-use configuration and programming interfaces with features such as the DAQ Assistant to help reduce development time.
This module also features new NI signal streaming technology, which allows for DMA-like bidirectional high-speed streaming of data across USB. Find more information on NI signal streaming under the Resources tab.
Each module also features an OEM version. View the Resources tab or use the left navigation to get pricing and technical information.
Driver Software
NI-DAQmx driver and measurement services software provides easy-to-use configuration and programming interfaces with features such as the DAQ Assistant to help reduce development time. 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
Every M Series DAQ device includes a copy of NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE software so you can quickly acquire, analyze, and present data without programming. In addition to LabVIEW SignalExpress, M Series DAQ devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.1, LabWindows/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x. M Series DAQ devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.0.
The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation.
Additional Product Information
Related Information
Specifications Documents
Specifications Summary
| General | |
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| Form Factor | USB |
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| OS Support | Windows |
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| Measurement Type | Quadrature encoder, Voltage |
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| DAQ Product Family | M Series |
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| LabVIEW RT Support | No |
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| Analog Input | |
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| Number of Channels | 16 SE/8 DI |
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| Sample Rate | 625 kS/s |
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| Resolution | 18 bits |
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| Simultaneous Sampling | No |
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| Maximum Voltage Range | -10..10 V |
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| Range Accuracy | 980 µV |
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| Range Sensitivity | 24 µV |
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| Minimum Voltage Range | -100..100 mV |
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| Range Accuracy | 28 µV |
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| Range Sensitivity | 0.8 µV |
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| Number of Ranges | 7 |
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| On-Board Memory | 4095 samples |
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| Signal Conditioning | Low-pass filtering |
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| Analog Output | |
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| Number of Channels | 2 |
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| Update Rate | 2.86 MS/s |
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| Resolution | 16 bits |
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| Maximum Voltage Range | -10..10 V |
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| Range Accuracy | 1540 µV |
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| Minimum Voltage Range | -1..1 V |
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| Range Accuracy | 259 µV |
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| Current Drive (Channel/Total) | 5 mA/10 mA |
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| Digital I/O | |
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| Number of Channels | 24 DIO |
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| Timing | Hardware, Software |
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| Maximum Clock Rate | 1 MHz |
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| Logic Levels | TTL |
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| Maximum Input Range | 0..5 V |
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| Maximum Output Range | 0..5 V |
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| Input Current Flow | Sinking, Sourcing |
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| Programmable Input Filters | Yes |
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| Output Current Flow | Sinking, Sourcing |
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| Current Drive (Channel/Total) | 24 mA/448 mA |
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| Watchdog Timer | No |
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| Supports Programmable Power-Up States? | Yes |
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| Supports Handshaking I/O? | No |
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| Supports Pattern I/O? | Yes |
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| Counter/Timers | |
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| Number of Counter/Timers | 2 |
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| Resolution | 32 bits |
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| Maximum Source Frequency | 80 MHz |
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| Logic Levels | TTL |
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| Maximum Range | 0..5 V |
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| Timebase Stability | 50 ppm |
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| GPS Synchronization | No |
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| Pulse Generation | Yes |
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| Buffered Operations | Yes |
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| Debouncing/Glitch Removal | Yes |
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| Timing/Triggering/Synchronization | |
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| Synchronization Bus (RTSI) | No |
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| Triggering | Analog, Digital |
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| Physical Specifications | |
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| Length | 18.8 cm, 26.67 cm |
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| Width | 17.09 cm |
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| Height | 4.45 cm |
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| I/O Connector | 68-pin male SCSI-II type, Screw terminals |
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