National Instruments PCI-4060 Digital Multimeter

The PCI-4060 is an advanced Digital Multimeter Device designed by National Instruments. The PCI 4060 DMM is available under part number 777559-01. The PCI-4060 can be installed in PC-based systems. The DMM can read voltage, resistance, and current measurements the same as any multimeter. Additionally, this device can perform temperature and frequency measurements. The DMM can also be used for diode tests and can measure both AC and DC parameters. The PCI-4060 is a cost-efficient device. The PCI-4060 multimeter is mainly suitable for OEMs and educational laboratories.

The PCI-4060 Digital Multimeter can be operated in two modes: DC measurements and AC measurements. The DC mode has a maximum resolution up to 5.5 digits. The voltage range for DC mode is from +20 mV to +250V. The AC voltage range is 20 V­rms to 250 Vrms. The NI PCI-4060 can measure 2-wire and 4-wire resistance. In the 2-wire mode, the range can be selected from 200 Ω to 200 MΩ. The option of auto-range is also available. In 4-wire resistance mode, both pairs of terminals are used. 4-wire mode eliminates the effects of lead resistance. This feature allows the Digital Multimeter to measure low-value resistance with accuracy. The measurement range of this mode is from 200 Ω to 2 MΩ.

The PCI-4060 Digital Multimeter is also useful for testing diodes. The PCI-4060 can measure up to 2 V in diode testing mode. In this mode, a diode is excited by the PCI-4060 and the voltage drop is measured. If the reading is 2.20 VDC, it indicates that the diode being tested is defective or reverse biased. The multimeter has an input resistance of 1 Mohm and a bandwidth of 20 Hz to 25 kHz. It has a recommended warm-up time of 30 minutes.

The NI device measures 4.25 x 6.9 in. in physical dimensions. It has a recommended operating temperature range of 0 to 55 °C, a storage temperature range of -20 to 70 °C, and a non-condensing relative humidity range of 10 to 90%.

PCI-4060 Obsolete Status has been announced by National Instruments, but will still be available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves.

The PCI-4060 is available to be calibrated. While the recommended calibration period for individual parts varies, most parts should be calibrated either annually or every two years to ensure accuracy. If you need the PCI-4060 calibrated, Apex Waves provides options. We offer high-quality NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, with an average turnaround time of 1 to 2 weeks. When you order the PCI-4060 with us, you can request basic (unaccredited) in-house calibration that will calibrate the part to the manufacturer specifications prior to being shipped. Call or email us today for more information about calibrating the PCI-4060!