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NI USB-6212

16-Bit, 400 kS/s M Series MIO DAQ, Bus-Powered

  • 16 analog inputs (16-bit, 400 kS/s)
  • 2 analog outputs (16-bit, 250 kS/s); 32 digital I/O; two 32-bit counters
  • Bus-powered USB for high mobility; built-in signal connectivity
  • NI signal streaming for sustained high-speed data streams over USB; OEM version available
  • Compatible with LabVIEW, ANSI C/C++, C#, Visual Basic .NET, and Visual Basic 6.0
  • NI-DAQmx driver software and LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

The National Instruments USB-6212 is a bus-powered USB M Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) module optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. It offers 16 analog inputs; 400 kS/s sampling rate; two analog outputs; 32 digital I/O lines; four programmable input ranges (±0.2 to ±10 V) per channel; digital triggering; and two counter/timers.

The NI USB-6212 is designed specifically for mobile or space-constrained applications. Plug-and-play installation minimizes configuration and setup time, while direct screw-terminal connectivity keeps costs down and simplifies signal connections. This product does not require external power.

The USB-6212 also features new NI signal streaming technology, which gives you DMA-like bidirectional high-speed streaming of data across the USB bus. For more information about NI signal streaming, view the Resources tab.

Each module features an OEM version. Check 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 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 data acquisition device includes a copy of NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE data-logging software, so you can quickly acquire, analyze, and present data without programming. In addition to LabVIEW SignalExpress, M Series data acquisition 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 data acquisition 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.

Step 1: Verify Device and Quantity Selection
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  NI USB-6212      
780107-01 Screw Terminal
NI Recommended
1 - 3 $ 1,049
780169-01 Mass Terminal 5 - 10 $ 1,049
Step 2: Select Optional Accessories
Part
Number
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Carrying Case
780315-01 Rugged Carrying Case for Instrumentation 5 - 10 $ 159
Other
779807-01 USB-621x Accessory Kit 1 - 3 $ 59
779689-01 USB-621x Din Rail Mounting Kit 5 - 10 $ 29
777550-01 USB/PCMCIA Strain Relief Kit for laptops 5 - 10 $ 49
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Step 2: Select Cable
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Shielded
199006-01 SH68-68-EPM Cable (1m)
NI Recommended
5 - 10 $ 99
199006-0R5 SH68-68-EPM Cable (0.5m) 5 - 10 $ 99
199006-02 SH68-68-EPM Cable (2m) 5 - 10 $ 119
199006-05 SH68-68-EPM Cable (5m) 5 - 10 $ 159
199006-10 SH68-68-EPM Cable (10m) 12 - 20 $ 209
Step 3: Select Connector Block
Part
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Screw Terminals
776844-01 SCB-68 - Shielded
NI Recommended
1 - 3 $ 299
BNC Termination
777643-01 BNC-2110 - Shielded 1 - 3 $ 349
779347-01 BNC-2111 - Shielded 5 - 10 $ 349
777960-01 BNC-2120 - Shielded 1 - 3 $ 399
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Part
Number
Description Est Ship Days Glossary Definition US Dollars
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Qty
Carrying Case
780315-01 Rugged Carrying Case for Instrumentation 5 - 10 $ 159
Other
779689-01 USB-621x Din Rail Mounting Kit 5 - 10 $ 29
777550-01 USB/PCMCIA Strain Relief Kit for laptops 5 - 10 $ 49
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Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General
Product Name USB-6212
Product Family Multifunction Data Acquisition
Form Factor USB
Operating System/Target Windows
DAQ Product Family M Series
Measurement Type Quadrature encoder , Voltage
RoHS Compliant Yes
Analog Input
Channels 16 , 8
Single-Ended Channels 16
Differential Channels 8
Resolution 16 bits
Sample Rate 400 kS/s
Max Voltage 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range -10 V , 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 2.69 mV
Maximum Voltage Range Sensitivity 91.6 µV
Minimum Voltage Range -200 mV , 200 mV
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 0.088 mV
Minimum Voltage Range Sensitivity 4.8 µV
Number of Ranges 4
Simultaneous Sampling No
On-Board Memory 4095 samples
Analog Output
Channels 2
Resolution 16 bits
Max Voltage 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range -10 V , 10 V
Maximum Voltage Range Accuracy 3.512 mV
Minimum Voltage Range -10 V , 10 V
Minimum Voltage Range Accuracy 3.512 mV
Update Rate 250 kS/s
Current Drive Single 2 mA
Current Drive All 4 mA
Digital I/O
Bidirectional Channels 32
Input-Only Channels 0
Output-Only Channels 0
Number of Channels 32 , 0 , 0
Timing Software
Logic Levels TTL
Input Current Flow Sinking
Output Current Flow Sourcing
Programmable Input Filters No
Supports Programmable Power-Up States? Yes
Current Drive Single 16 mA
Current Drive All 50 mA
Watchdog Timer No
Supports Handshaking I/O? No
Supports Pattern I/O? No
Maximum Input Range 0 V , 5.25 V
Maximum Output Range 0 V , 3.8 V
Counter/Timers
Counters 2
Buffered Operations Yes
Debouncing/Glitch Removal Yes
GPS Synchronization No
Maximum Range 0 V , 5.25 V
Max Source Frequency 80 MHz
Pulse Generation Yes
Resolution 32 bits
Timebase Stability 50 ppm
Logic Levels TTL
Physical Specifications
Length 16.9 cm
Width 9.4 cm
Height 3.1 cm
I/O Connector Screw terminals

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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Technical Support

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