New C Series Modules Expand the CompactDAQ and CompactRIO Platforms

Now you can take advantage of even more plug-in I/O modules for CompactRIO and NI CompactDAQ that deliver more analog input channel density, high-performance strain measurements, high-speed current inputs, high-accuracy RTD temperature measurements, isolated fuel cell measurements, channel-to-channel isolation industrial digital inputs and high-speed/high-current industrial digital outputs.

Overview of New C Series Modules

		Compatibility
Type of Signal	Signal	NI CompactRIO	NI CompactDAQ	Module	Channels	Special Features
Motion	H-Bridge Motion Drive (Brushed-DC Servo Motor)	√		NI 9505	1	1-axis, 30 V, 2 A continuous at 70 ºC, 8 A continuous at 40 ºC, 12A peak, built-in encoder interface & current sensor
Analog Input	Voltage (±10 V)	√	√	NI 9205	32	16-bit, 250 kS/s, 32 single-ended or 16 differential, isolation, spring terminal or 37-pin D-Sub connectivity
	Universal	√	√	NI 9219	4	24-bit simultaneous Universal module measures RTD, TC, resistance, current, voltage, and strain
	24-bit Voltage	√	√	NI 9229	4	24-bit, 50 kS/s/ch with a +/- 60V range and ch-ch CAT II. isolation up to 250V.
	24-bit Voltage	√	√	NI 9239	4	24-bit, 50 kS/s/ch with a +/- 10V range and ch-ch CAT II. isolation up to 250V
	Bridge/Strain	√	√	NI 9237	4	24-bit, 50 kS/s, simultaneous, full/half-bridge support, anti-aliasing, RJ50 connectivity
	Current (± 20 mA)	√	√	NI 9203	8	16-bit, 200 kS/s, single-ended, isolation, screw terminal connectivity
	RTD	√	√	NI 9217	4	24-Bit, 100 S/s, 100 Ω RTD support, 3 & 4-wire measurements, screw terminal connectivity
	Fuel Cell	√	√	NI 9206	16	16-bit, 250 kS/s, 16 differential channels, 600 VDC (US)/400 VDC (EU) Cat I bank isolation, spring terminal
Digital Input	24 V Logic	√	√	NI 9422	8	250 µs, Up to 60 VDC digital input , 250 Vrms channel-to-channel isolation, screw terminal connectivity
Digital Output	High Voltage	√	√	NI 9477	32	8 us, 5-60 V, sinking, isolation, up to 20 A per module, 37-pin D-Sub connectivity

NI 9505 Motion Drive Module Provides FPGA-Based Motion Control

• Continuous current of up to 8 A at 40 °C (or 2 A at 70 °C) at 30 V
• Direct connectivity to actuators - fractional horsepower brushed DC servo motors, relays, lamps
• Create custom current-loop algorithm for optimized torque control with LabVIEW FPGA
• Use data from current sensor for flexible sampling time and filtering of the motor current
• Create custom motion control systems using the NI SoftMotion Development Module for LabVIEW
• Full H-bridge brushed servo motor drive with a built-in encoder interface and current sensor

The National Instruments NI 9505 module is a full H-bridge servo motor drive for direct connectivity to actuators such as fractional horsepower brushed DC servo motors, relays, lamps, solenoids and valves. With its low power consumption and small size, coupled with the reconfigurability and performance of the FPGA, engineers can create intelligent, energy-efficient control systems using the LabVIEW graphical system design platform. The NI cRIO-9505 delivers continuous current of up to 8 A at 40 °C (or 2 A at 70 °C) at 30 V, with a peak current of 12 A, while achieving 98 percent power efficiency. The NI 9505 benefits electronics engineers designing consumer appliances, industrial control engineers designing small to medium-sized machines, and automotive engineers working on rapid prototyping applications.

The NI 9505 includes a built-in encoder interface for single-ended or differential inputs for position feedback from a quadrature encoder. It also includes a current sensor that you can use to sample the current through the motor or actuator and to read it through the FPGA in the NI CompactRIO chassis. You can customize the sampling time of motor current to prototype advanced algorithms. With functions in the NI SoftMotion
Development Module such as trajectory generation, spline interpolation, and PID, you can develop a complete, reconfigurable motion control and drive system in a compact package with CompactRIO and LabVIEW. By customizing FPGA logic on CompactRIO you can accurately control torque in addition to velocity and position, as well as implement advanced control techniques such as use of notch filters to adjust for changing load inertia. You can use the CompactRIO real-time embedded processor to implement functions such as supervisory control and trajectory generation for multi-axis coordination and accurate velocity/acceleration profiles for smooth movements. The NI SoftMotion Development Module for LabVIEW provides the necessary functions and examples to create a custom motion control system using CompactRIO.

NI 9205 32-Channel, 16-bit Analog Input Module Provides Higher Channel Density

• 32 single-ended or 16 differential analog inputs
• ±200 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, and ±10 V programmable input ranges
• Hot-swappable operation; overvoltage protection; isolation
• Spring terminal or D-Sub connectivity
• 16-bit resolution; 250 kS/s aggregate sampling rate
• -40 to 70 °C operating range
• NIST-traceable calibration

The National Instruments NI 9205 for use with CompactRIO chassis features 32 single-ended or 16 differential analog inputs, 16-bit resolution, and a maximum sampling rate of 250 kS/s. Each NI 9205 channel has programmable input ranges of ±200 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, and ±10 V. To protect against signal transients, the NI 9205 module includes up to 60 V of over voltage protection between input channels and common (COM). In addition, the NI 9205 module also includes a channel-to-earth-ground double isolation barrier for safety, noise immunity, and high common-mode voltage range. It is rated for 1,000 Vrms of transient over voltage protection.

There are two connector options for the NI 9205; a 36-position spring terminal connector for direct connectivity or an industry standard 37-position D-Sub connector for low-cost cabling and wiring.

For additional technical information on the NI 9205 module, download the product manual.

NI 9237 Simultaneous Bridge Module for High Performance Strain Measurements

• 4 simultaneously sampled analog inputs, 50 kS/s maximum sampling rate
• 24-bit resolution, ±250 mV analog inputs with RJ-50 connectors
• Programmable half- and full-bridge completion; up to 10 V internal excitation
• Smart TEDS sensors-compatible
• 1,000 Vrms transient isolation
• NIST-traceable calibration
• -40 to 70° C operating range

The National Instruments NI 9237 simultaneous bridge module contains all the signal conditioning required to power and measure up to four bridge-based sensors simultaneously. The four RJ-50 jacks provide direct connectivity to most torque or load cells and offer custom cable solutions with minimal tools. The high sampling rate and bandwidth of the NI 9237 form a quality, high-speed strain or load measurement system with zero inter-channel phase delay. With 60 VDC isolation and 1,000 Vrms transient isolation, the NI 9237 has a high common-mode noise rejection and increased safety for both the operator and test system.

NI 9203 200 kS/s Current Module for High Speed Current Measurements

• 8 current input channels
• ±20 mA, 0 to 20 mA programmable input ranges
• 16-bit resolution, 200 kS/s aggregate sampling rate
• Open-loop detection programmable in software
• -40 to 70 °C operating range
• NIST-traceable calibration

The NI 9203 is a C Series data acquisition module includes eight analog current input channels for high-performance control and monitoring applications. The NI 9203 features programmable input ranges of ±20 mA or 0 to 20 mA, 16-bit resolution, and a 200 kS/s maximum sampling rate. The NI 9203 also provides open-loop detection that is programmed using LabVIEW software. To protect against signal transients, the NI 9203 includes a channel-to-earth ground double isolation barrier (250 Vrms isolation) for safety and noise immunity.

For additional technical information on the NI 9203 module, download the product manual.

NI 9206 16-Channel High-Isolated Module for Fuel Cell Measurements

• 16 differential analog inputs
• ±200 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, and ±10 V programmable input ranges
• 16-bit resolution, 250 kS/s aggregate sampling rate
• 600 VDC (US)/400 VDC (EU) Cat I, channel-to-earth
• Bank isolated; ideal for fuel cell measurements
• -40 to 70 °C operating range
• NIST-traceable calibration

The National Instruments NI 9206 for use with CompactRIO chassis features 16 differential analog inputs, 16-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 250 kS/s. Each NI 9206 channel has programmable input ranges of ±200 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, and ±10 V. The NI 9206 provides up to 600 VDC (400 VDC in Europe) bank isolation from earth ground making the module ideal for accurately monitoring large fuel cell and battery stacks. While each bank of measured cells can be up to 600 V from earth ground, each channel of the NI 9206 must remain within 10 V of the module COM. By referencing the module COM to the middle of NI 9206 bank, 16 consecutive cells can be measured.

The NI 9206 comes with the NI 9941 connector accessory, which includes a spring terminal connector and backshell to provide strain relief for taking high-voltage measurements.

NOTE: The NI 9206 shall not be connected to MAINs CAT II, III, or IV circuits. The NI 9206 is a UL Recognized component that must be installed in a suitably UL-rated enclosure such as the NI 9917 or NI 9918 industrial enclosures. See the product manual for proper installation and restrictions for safe use of the NI 9206, and explanation of measurement categories (CAT).

For additional technical information on the NI 9206 module, download the product manual.

NI 9217 24-bit, 100 Ω RTD Module for High-Accuracy Temperature Measurements

• 24-bit resolution; 50/60 Hz noise rejection
• 4 100 Ω RTD analog inputs
• 3 & 4-wire RTDs; built-in excitation and automatic detection
• Up to 400 S/s sampling rate
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate for guaranteed accuracy
• Hot-swappable operation
• -40 to 70 °C operating range

The National Instruments NI 9217 RTD analog input module features 4-channels and 24-bits of resolution for 100 Ω RTD measurements. You can configure the NI 9217 to for two different sampling rate modes. Using the high sampling rate mode, you can sample at up to 400 S/s (100 S/s per channel). Using the high resolution mode, you can sample and 5 S/s (1.25 S/s per channel) with built-in 50/60 Hz noise rejection.

The NI 9217 is compatible with 3 and 4-wire RTD measurements and automatically detects the type of RTD (3 or 4-wire) connected to the channel and configures each channel for the appropriate mode. The module can provide 1 mA of current excitation per channel and has less than a 1°C accuracy error over its entire operating temperature range. The NI 9217 contains NIST-traceable calibration and includes a channel-to-earth ground double isolation barrier for safety, noise immunity, and high common-mode voltage range.

For additional technical information on the NI 9217 module, download the product manual.

NI 9422 Ch-to-Ch Isolated Digital Input Module for Safety and Reliability

• 8-channel, 250 µs digital input
• Up to 60 V, sinking/sourcing digital inputs
• 250 Vrms channel-to-channel isolation
• Screw terminal connection
• Hot-swappable operation
• -40 to 70 °C operating range

The National Instruments NI 9422 is an 8-channel, 250 µs sinking/sourcing digital input module. Each channel supports up to 60 V digital input signals and features channel-to-channel isolation for the highest level of safety for automotive and industrial environments. Any discrete level connected to the NI 9422 under 5 V will register as a digital low and any discrete level between 11 V and 60 V will register as a digital high. The NI 9422 features 1,390 Vrms transient over voltage protection between the input channels, 250 Vrms continuous channel-to-channel isolation and 250 Vrms continuous isolation between each channel and earth ground. The NI 9422 works with a variety of industrial logic levels and signals for direct connection to a wide array of industrial and automotive switches, transducers, and devices.

For additional technical information on the NI 9422 module, download the product manual.

NI 9477 32-Ch, 8 μs Sinking Digital Output Provides High Speed and More Density

• 32-channel, 8 μs digital output module
• 5 to 60 V output range, sinking
• Up to 625 mA/ch (20 A per module)
• Industry-standard 37-pin D-Sub connector
• Hot-swappable operation
• -40 to 70° C operating range

The National Instruments NI 9477 is a 32-channel, 8 μs sinking digital output module for any CompactRIO chassis. Each channel is compatible with 5 to 60 V signals and features 1,000 Vrms withstand isolation from channel to earth ground. The module can sink up to 625 mA/ch continuous current on all channels and is capable of sinking up to 20 A of current per module. You can wire NI 9477 channels in parallel to sink up to 20 A of current to a single actuator, motor, or solenoid. The NI 9477 contains an industry-standard 37-pin D-Sub connector for low-cost cabling to a wide variety of 37-pin accessories available from NI or other vendors. The NI 9477 also works with industrial logic levels and signals for direct connection to a wide array of industrial relays, solenoids, and motors.

For additional technical information on the NI 9477 module, download the product manual.

 

NI 9219 Universal Analog Input Module

• 4-Channel, 24-bit, 100S/s/ch
• 250 Vrms Channel-to-Channel isolation
• Built-in current and voltage excitation for RTDs and strain gages
• Hot-swappable operation
• -40 to 70° C operating range
• CJC for accuract TC measurements
• 11 measurement modes

The National Instruments 9219 is a 4-channel universal C Series module designed for multipurpose testing in any NI CompactDAQ or CompactRIO chassis. With the NI 9219, you can measure several signals from sensors such as strain gages, RTDs, thermocouples, load cells, and other powered sensors. The channels are individually selectable, so you can perform a different measurement type on each of the four channels. Measurement ranges differ for each type of measurement and include up to ±60 V for voltage and ±25 mA for current. Please see the manual for detailed specifications and ranges.

Because of the driver design, the NI 9219 does not limit the overall speed of an NI CompactDAQ system when used with faster sampling modules.

With 250 Vrms of channel-to-channel isolation, the NI 9219 protects not only the surrounding modules, chassis, and connected computer system but also the other channels within the same module. In addition to increased safety, channel-to-channel isolation eliminates problems associated with ground loops.

The NI 9219 uses 6-position spring terminal connectors in each channel for direct signal connectivity. You can purchase additional connectors to reduce signal connection time for multiple test units. In addition to extra connectors, a strain relief kit is available to secure the signal wires.

Strain relief backshells for signal wire security and high-voltage protection (qty 4): NI 9972
Extra connectors for 6-position connector modules (qty 10): NI 9973

NI 9229/9239 24-bit Analog Input Modules

• 4-Channel, 24-bit, 50kS/s/ch
• 250 Vrms Channel-to-Channel isolation
• Hot-swappable operation
• -40 to 70° C operating range
• Anti-alias filter
• +/- 60V Range (9229)
• +/- 10V Range (9239)

The National Instruments 9229 is a 4-channel, 24-bit C Series analog input module for use in any NI CompactDAQ or CompactRIO chassis. The NI 9229, designed to be both high-speed and accurate, is an effective general-purpose analog module because of its resolution, sample rate, and input range.

With channel-to-channel isolation, your entire system, including the device under test, is protected from harmful voltage spikes up to the isolation rating. In addition to safety, isolation eliminates measurement errors caused by ground loops because the front end of the module is floating.

The NI 9229 uses four of the 2-position screw-terminal connectors. The module includes all four connectors, and you can order more as replacements or for easy test equipment changes among devices under test. Those connectors are listed as model NI 9976.

Strain-relief backshells for signal wire security and high-voltage protection (qty 4): NI 9971
Extra connectors for 2-position connector modules (qty 10): NI 9976

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