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NI ELVIS for DC Motor Control

Includes QNET DC Motor Control Trainer

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  • Illustrate the fundamentals of DC control by configuring position, speed, and parameter estimation
  • Build intuition by taking models from simulation to implementation using one software platform
  • Save time with comprehensive curriculum that enables a deep understanding of engineering principles


This configuration of the NI Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite (NI ELVIS) has been defined specifically for teaching controls topics throughout mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering curricula.

The Quanser Engineering Trainers for NI ELVIS (QNET) DC Motor Control Trainer is designed to illustrate the fundamentals of DC motor control by configuring motor position and speed, parameter estimation, and control of a haptic knob.

Using QNET hardware-in-the-loop implementations, engineering students can complement their laboratory work with hands-on, practical experience in the important aspects of engineering practice, which spurs student interest and motivation.

In this configuration of NI ELVIS, educators receive:

  • NI ELVIS II workstation (1.25 MS/s oscilloscope)
  • NI ELVISmx driver software
  • QNET plant, software, and courseware
  • Detachable protoboard
  • USB cable and connection

Educators can also upgrade to the NI ELVIS II+ system, which includes a 100 MS/s oscilloscope for further measurement capabilities.

Quanser Engineering Trainers for NI ELVIS (QNET DC Motor Control)

Bundle Contents
Estimated Shipping Days : 5 - 10 Price: $ 5,375

Step 1: Select an NI ELVIS platform:
Compare NI ELVIS II/II | View Guided Tour

Hardware: Additional software packaging options for labs and departments available in Step 3

NI ELVIS II+ 780381-02 Included in price

NI ELVIS II 780381-01 Add $ 2,900

Hardware and Software: Includes NI LabVIEW Full Development System and NI Multisim software.

NI ELVIS II+ Circuit Design Bundle 780379-02 Add $ 4,140

NI ELVIS II Circuit Design Bundle 780379-01 Add $ 3,470

Step 2: Select application specific plug-in modules and accessories
Learn about additional plug-in modules

Quanser QNET DC Motor Control Board for NI ELVIS (Acad Only) 780293-01 Included in price

NI ELVIS, Quanser QNET DC Motor Control Board (Japanese) 780293-0112 Add $ 1,750

Step 3: Select Software Package

LabVIEW Academic Standard Suite 779448-35 Add $ 1,615

(Includes NI LabVIEW Professional Development System and popular LabVIEW modules such as LabVIEW Control Design and Simulation, LabVIEW FPGA, and NI Vision)

LabVIEW Academic Premium Suite, Include 1 Year SSP 779447-35 Add $ 2,135

(Includes all software in LabVIEW Academic Standard Suite in addition to LabVIEW modules such as LabVIEW Robotics, LabVIEW Sound and Vibration, and LabVIEW NI SoftMotion Module)

Step 4: Select a Power Option for NI ELVIS: To use both the NI ELVIS and Quanser QNET, an additional power cord is required for each Quanser QNET board.

Power Cord, AC, U.S., 120 VAC, 2.3 meters 763000-01 Add $ 9

Power Cord, 240V, 10A, North American 763068-01 Add $ 20

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