USB-9472

Portable USB-Based High-Voltage Digital I/O NI USB-9421, NI USB-9472, NI USB-9481 NEW! • Small, portable devices (12.1 by 8.6 by 2.5 cm) • 4 or 8 channels with 24 V logic levels • High current-switching capacity • 250 Vrms channel-to-earth ground isolation • Plug-and-play connectivity via USBs • Screw-terminal and D-Sub connectors for direct wiring to industrial sensors and actuators Operating Systems • Windows 2000/XP Recommended Software • LabVIEW • LabWindows/CVI Measurement Services Software (included) • NI-DAQmx driver software • VI Logger Lite data-logging software Product USB-9421 USB-9472 USB-9481 1For Bus USB USB USB Input Lines 8 sink – – Output Lines – 8 source 4 Form A Relay Isolation Bank Bank Bank Signal Levels 11 to 30 V 6 to 30 V 60 VDC 250 VAC/VDC Output Current per Channel – 0.75 A 2 A (30 VDC) 1 A (60 VDC) Connector Screw Terminal, D-Sub Screw Terminal, D-Sub Screw Terminal Driver Software1 NI-DAQmx NI-DAQmx NI-DAQmx up-to-date information on NI-DAQ, visit ni.com/support/daq/versions.htm. Table 1. Portable USB DAQ for High-Voltage Digital I/O Selection Guide Hardware Description National Instruments USB-9421, USB-9472, and USB-9481 are data acquisition modules with integrated signal conditioning. They provide plug-and-play connectivity via USB for faster setup and measurements, offering four or eight digital input or output channels specifically designed for monitoring and control applications. The NI USB-9421 digital input module accepts high-voltage levels between 11 and 30 V for direct connection to 24 V systems. The NI USB-9472 can source up to 30 V externally powered at 0.75 A of current per channel, and the NI USB-9481 uses electromechanical relays that can switch 2 A at 30 VDC and 1 A at 60 VDC. In addition, these modules include channel-to-earth ground isolation for safety, noise immunity and high common-mode voltage range. Common Applications The USB-9421, USB-9472, and USB-9481 are ideal for monitoring and control applications where easy connectivity and portability are essential, such as: • Portable industrial monitoring and controlling motors, fans, pumps, relays, and limit switches • Data logging • Small form-factor applications • Embedded OEM applications • In-vehicle data acquisition • Academic lab use Information for OEM Customers For information on special configurations and pricing, please visit ni.com/oem. Software Description The USB-9421, USB-9472, and USB-9481 all use NI-DAQmx high-performance, multithreaded driver software for interactive configuration and data acquisition on Windows OSs. Use NI-DAQmx to test channels, generate code, and apply custom functionality to any of your measurements. All NI data acquisition devices shipped with NI-DAQmx also include VI Logger Lite configuration-based data-logging software. Ordering Information NI USB-9421 Screw Terminals ........................................................779451-01 D-Sub Connector......................................................779452-01 NI USB-9472 Screw Terminals ........................................................779449-01 D-Sub Connector......................................................779450-01 NI USB-9481 ................................................................779453-01 Accessories NI 9934 ......................................................................779104-01 Recommended Accessories The USB-9421, USB-9472, and USB-9481 all have built-in screwterminal connectivity, so no additional accessories are required. The USB-9421 and USB-9472 are also available with D-Sub connector options that connect to the NI 9934 strain relief accessory, or any other standard 25-pin D-Sub connector. BUY NOW! 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