NI USB-6341 Multi-function I/O devices

NI USB-6341 Multi-function I/O devices

Product Overview

The NI USB-6341 multifunction I/O device integrates analogue I/O, digital I/O, and counter/timer functions in a single device, making it ideal for a wide variety of industrial applications such as laboratory automation, research, and design verification.

Product Features

Analogue I/O:

Analogue Inputs: features 16 analogue input channels with 16-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 500 kS/s (thousand samples per second). The device also provides high-precision analogue inputs with an absolute accuracy of 2190 μV.

Analogue output: with 2 analogue output channels and a maximum update rate of 900 kS/s.

Digital I/O:

Provides 24 bi-directional digital channels for input and output of various digital signals.

Counters/Timers:

Four 32-bit counters/timers are integrated and can be used for PWM (Pulse Width Modulation), encoder, frequency measurement, event counting and other applications.

Advanced Timing Functions:

On-board NI-STC3 timing and synchronisation technology provides independent analogue and digital timing engines, as well as retriggerable measurement tasks.

Ease of use:

The included NI-DAQmx driver and configuration utility simplify device configuration and measurement.

Support for DAQExpress software makes it easy for users to quickly create and deploy measurement tasks.

Ruggedness:

The device is designed to be rugged and suitable for a variety of industrial environments.

Positive connection type BNC interface, convenient for users to connect and disconnect the signal line.

Application Scenarios

The NI USB-6341 multifunction I/O device is suitable for a wide range of application scenarios from basic data logging to control and test automation. For example, it can be used in data acquisition systems, laboratory automation systems, industrial control systems, and so on.

Technical Specifications

The following are some key technical specification parameters:

Number of analogue input channels: 16 (single-ended) or 8 (differential)

Analogue input resolution: 16-bit

Maximum sampling rate of analogue input: 500 kS/s

Number of analogue output channels: 2

Maximum update rate of analogue output: 900 kS/s

Number of digital input/output channels: 24 (bidirectional)

Number of counters/timers: 4 (32-bit)

Bus connector: USB 2.0

Power input: optional (depending on configuration)

Precautions

When using the NI USB-6341, make sure to connect and configure the device properly according to the instructions in the device manual.

Avoid using the device beyond the parameters of the device specifications to avoid damaging the device or affecting the measurement accuracy.

Periodically check the connections and interfaces of the device to ensure that the device is in good working condition.

Characteristics

Analogue Input: 16 single-ended or 8 differential analogue input channels with 16-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 500 kS/s, which can meet a variety of high-precision data acquisition needs, and can be widely used to collect analogue signals from various types of sensors, such as temperature, pressure, displacement and other sensor signals.

Analogue Output: Equipped with 2 analogue output channels, with the same 16-bit resolution and a maximum update rate of 900 kS/s, low output impedance and over-drive protection, it can achieve precise analogue signal control of external devices, such as controlling the speed of motors and the opening degree of valves.

Digital I/O: With 24 digital I/O lines, 8 of which are 1MHz hardware timer lines, these digital I/O lines can be flexibly configured as inputs or outputs, which can be easily interacted with external digital devices to acquire and control digital signals, such as monitoring the status of switches and controlling relays.

Counter/Timer: Four 32-bit counters/timers are integrated to perform a wide range of measurement tasks such as edge counting, pulse width measurement, quadrature encoding, etc. They also provide a rich selection of input routing options and can be synchronised with external signals, which provides strong support for applications requiring precise timing and counting functions, such as applications in measuring rotational speed and frequency.

Technical Advantages

NI-STC3 Timing and Synchronisation Technology: The device adopts NI-STC3 Timing and Synchronisation Technology, with independent analogue and digital timing engines and retriggerable measurement tasks, which enables precise timing and synchronisation control, ensures the accuracy and reliability of data acquisition and processing, and effectively improves the overall performance of the system.

Hi-Speed USB Interface: Connected to a computer via a USB 2.0 high-speed or full-speed compatible interface, it enables fast data transmission and ensures efficient communication between the device and the host computer, facilitating real-time data acquisition and control.

Physical Specifications

Dimensions: The screw terminal version measures approximately 10.4 x 6.8 x 1.4 inches and the BNC version measures approximately 8.0 x 7.3 x 2.7 inches.

Weight: The screw terminal version weighs approximately 3 lbs 1.6 oz and the BNC version weighs approximately 3 lbs 5.6 oz.

Areas of Application

Industrial automation: can be used to monitor and control a variety of parameters and equipment in the industrial production process, such as automated production lines in the temperature, pressure, flow and other parameters of the collection, as well as motors, valves, conveyor belts, and other equipment control, to achieve the automation of the production process and intelligent.

Test and Measurement: Applicable to various test and measurement scenarios, such as performance testing of electronic equipment, calibration testing of sensors, mechanical vibration testing, etc., which can accurately collect and record test data to provide a reliable basis for product development and quality control.

Laboratory research: In scientific research and laboratory environment, it can be used to collect experimental data, such as signal acquisition in physics experiments, data monitoring in chemistry experiments, etc., to help researchers conduct data analysis and verification of experimental results.

Data recording and monitoring: It can be used as a data recording device to record various data in a long-term and stable manner, which can be used for monitoring the operation status of the equipment and troubleshooting, discovering potential problems in time and guaranteeing the normal operation of the equipment.