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NI 780169-01, 400 kS/s, 2710 µV, 2 Channels, USB-6212 Multifunction DAQ Device
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National Instruments 780169-01 Multifunction DAQ Device
The National Instruments 780169-01 is a multifunction data acquisition device designed for high-speed measurement and control applications. Also known as the USB-6212, it connects to a computer through USB 2.0 and uses a bus-powered design, eliminating the need for a separate power supply. The device combines analog input, analog output, digital I/O, and counter/timer functions in a compact enclosure, making it suitable for both laboratory and field applications.
The 780169-01 provides 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels with 16-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 400 kS/s. It also includes two analog output channels with update rates of up to 250 kS/s, 24 bidirectional digital I/O lines, and two 32-bit counters/timers. A 4,095-sample FIFO buffer helps manage data during acquisition, while the front connector provides a single point for connecting the device to external signals and equipment.
An onboard amplifier helps the analog inputs settle quickly during channel scanning, supporting accurate measurements at higher sampling rates. The device has an absolute input accuracy of 2.71 mV, making it suitable for a variety of voltage measurement applications. Its USB interface supports high-speed, bidirectional data transfer for applications that require sustained data acquisition.
The 780169-01 is well suited to applications such as portable data logging, field monitoring, industrial testing, control systems, in-vehicle data acquisition, embedded OEM equipment, and academic research. Its combination of analog and digital I/O, counter/timer functions, and USB connectivity allows users to perform multiple measurement and control tasks with a single device.
NI-DAQmx software simplifies device configuration and programming, making it easier to set up channels, configure measurements, and develop custom data acquisition applications. The bus-powered design also makes the 780169-01 convenient for portable systems where minimizing equipment and cabling is important.
With its high-speed analog input capabilities, flexible I/O, onboard buffering, and compact USB-connected design, the 780169-01 provides a practical data acquisition solution for laboratory, industrial, embedded, and field-based measurement applications.
| Model | 780169-01 |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 780169-01 |
| Part Type | Bus-Powered Multifunction DAQ Module |
| Analog Input Resolution | 16-bit |
| Max Sample Rate | 400 kS/s |
| Absolute Input Accuracy | 2710 µV |
| AI Channel Config | 16 SE / 8 Diff |
| Analog Outputs | 2 channels |
| Max Output Update | 250 kS/s |
| Digital I/O Lines | 24 bidirectional |
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