NIUSB-9211A

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 Vrms 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 1For Signal Type Thermocouple Channels (DI) 4 Input Resolution (bits) 24 Maximum Sampling Rate (S/s) 12 Input Range (mV) ±80 Operating System Windows Driver Software1 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 Vrms 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. 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