Portable USB-Based DAQ for Thermocouples
NI USB-9211A (Windows)
• Small, portable devices
(12.1 by 8.6 by 2.5 cm)
• 4 channels of 24-bit thermocouple input
• Internal cold-junction sensors
• Compatible with J, K, R, S, T, N, E, and B
thermocouple types
• Built-in, removable connectors for easier
and more cost-effective connectivity
• 250 V
rms
channel-to-earth
ground isolation
• Plug-and-play connectivity via USB
• Bus-powered
Operating Systems
• Windows Vista/XP/2000
Recommended Software
• LabVIEW
• LabWindows
™
/CVI
• Measurement Studio
Measurement Services
Software (included)
• NI-DAQmx driver software
• LabVIEW SignalExpress LE
Product
USB-9211A
1
For
Signal Type
Thermocouple
Channels (DI)
4
Input Resolution (bits)
24
Maximum Sampling Rate (S/s)
12
Input Range (mV)
±80
Operating System
Windows
Driver Software
1
NI-DAQmx
up-to-date information on NI-DAQ, visit
ni.com/support/daq/versions.htm.
Table 1. Portable USB DAQ for Thermocouples Selection Guide
Overview
The National Instruments USB-9211A is a data acquisition module with
integrated signal conditioning that provides plug-and-play connectivity
via USB for faster setup and measurements. It is designed especially for
thermocouple measurements with 24 bits of resolution for superior
accuracy and built-in sensors for cold-junction compensation. In addition,
this module includes 250 V
rms
channel-to-earth ground isolation for
safety, noise immunity, and high common-mode voltage range.
Common Applications
The USB-9211A is ideal for a number of applications where small size
and portability are essential, such as:
• Portable data logging – log temperature data quickly and easily
• Academic lab use – obtain academic discounts for quantities
of five or more (visit
ni.com/academic
for details)
• Environmental monitoring – monitor environmental
temperature conditions
• Embedded OEM applications
• In-vehicle data acquisition
Software
The NI USB-9211A uses NI-DAQmx high-performance, multithreaded
driver software for interactive configuration and data acquisition on
Windows OSs. All NI data acquisition devices shipped with NI-DAQmx
also include NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE configuration-based
data-logging software.
Information for OEM Customers
For information on special configurations and pricing,
visit
ni.com/oem.
Recommended Accessories
The USB-9211A has built-in screw-terminal connectivity, so no additional
accessories are required.
Ordering Information
NI USB-9211A (Windows) ....................................................779436-01
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For complete product specifications, pricing, and accessory
information, call 800 813 3693 (U.S.) or go to
ni.com/oem.
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