784531-01
National Instruments
784531-01
National Instruments
Description
Part Number: 784531-01 - The National Instruments cDAQ-9178 is a CompactDAQ Chassis intended for small, portable sensor measurement systems. It offers plug and play ease of USB for sensor and electrical measurements, with control over timing, synchronization, and data transfer between C Series I/O modules and an external host.
Part Number: 784531-01 The National Instruments cDAQ-9178 is a CompactDAQ Chassis (Part Number: 781156-01) intended for little, versatile sensor estimation frameworks. The Chassis provides the plug and play ease of USB to sensor and electrical measurements. It also controls the timing, synchronization, and data transfer between C Series I/O modules and an external host. The user can utilize this frame with a mix of C Series I/O modules to create a blend of analog I/O, digital I/O, and counter/timer measurements. The device has an input FIFO size of 127 samples per slot and has 8 slots. Additionally, the instrument's maximum sample rate is determined by the C series module it is used with. The cDAQ-9178 also features four 32 bit general-purpose counters/timers, which can be accessed by the user. The user can also share clocks and triggers through two built-in BNC connectors. This model can be utilized to count edges, measure pulse widths, measure periods and frequencies, and perform position estimations (encoding). The counter/timers can generate pulses, pulse trains, and square waves with customizable frequencies. The user can access the counter sources of inputs and outputs by utilizing hardware-timed digital I/O modules installed in a maximum of two slots or by utilizing the two frame PFI terminals. For operation, the cDAQ-9178 may use the chassis trigger lines, a NI-9401 or a NI-9411 digital input module in any slot. The device operates using the NI-DAQmx software, which supports a variety of Application Development Environments (ADEs) such as LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, C/C++, C#, and Visual Basic .NET. Configuration of the software can be carried out using the Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) tool. To perform analog input estimations, you can insert a supported analog input C Series I/O module into any space on the CompactDAQ Chassis. The estimation specifications, such as number of channels, channel setup, sample rate, and gain are determined by the type of C Series I/O module utilized. The NI cDAQ-9178 has three AI timing engines, meaning that three analog input tasks can be running simultaneously on the chassis. The cDAQ-9178 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. Apex Waves offers NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, with an average turnaround time of 1 to 2 weeks. When you order the cDAQ-9178 with us, you can request basic (unaccredited) in-house calibration that will calibrate the part to the manufacturer specifications prior to being shipped. Contact us today for more information about calibrating the cDAQ-9178!
| Made By | National Instruments |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 784531-01 NI cDAQ-9178 (Memstec Only) |
| Type | CompactDAQ Chassis (8-Slot USB) |
| Slots and FIFO size | 8 slots with 127 samples per slot input FIFO size |
| Counters/Timers | Four 32-bit universal counters/timers |
| Software Compatibility | NI-DAQmx; Supports LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, C/C++, C#, Visual Basic .NET |
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Question:
What is the purpose of the National Instruments cDAQ-9178 chassis?
Answer:
The National Instruments cDAQ-9178 is designed for small, flexible sensor measurement systems. Its purpose is to provide plug-and-play convenience with USB for sensor and electrical measurements and to control timing, synchronization, and data transfer between C Series I/O modules and an external host.
Question:
How does the cDAQ-9178 handle multiple sensor measurements?
Answer:
The cDAQ-9178 can handle multiple sensor measurements by allowing the user to utilize a combination of C Series I/O modules to create a mix of analog I/O, digital I/O, and counter/timer measurements within its 8 slots.
Question:
What functions can be performed by the cDAQ-9178's counter/timers?
Answer:
The four 32 bit general-purpose counters/timers of the cDAQ-9178 can be used for counting edges, measuring pulse widths, measuring periods and frequencies, performing position estimations, generating pulses, pulse trains, and creating square waves with customizable frequencies.
Question:
What software is used to operate the cDAQ-9178 and what ADEs does it support?
Answer:
The cDAQ-9178 operates using the NI-DAQmx software, which supports a variety of Application Development Environments, including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, C/C++, C#, and Visual Basic .NET.
Question:
Can the cDAQ-9178 be calibrated, and if so, what calibration options are available?
Answer:
Yes, the cDAQ-9178 can be calibrated. Calibration is recommended either annually or every two years. Apex Waves offers NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, and also offers basic in-house calibration to calibrate the part to manufacturer specifications before shipping.