National Instruments USB-6211

The National Instruments USB-6211 is a portable Multifunction I/O Device from the M Series, designed to provide robust data acquisition and control capabilities for a variety of applications. This device features 16 single-ended analog input channels that can be configured as 8 differential channels, along with 2 analog output channels, 4 digital input channels, and 4 digital output channels. With a maximum sampling rate of 250 kS/s and 16-bit resolution, the USB-6211 ensures high-performance data capture. The device is equipped with two 32-bit general-purpose counters/timers, enabling various measurement functions including edge counting and pulse measurement.

Connectivity is facilitated through screw terminal connections compatible with wire gauges ranging from 16 AWG to 28 AWG. The internal base clock frequencies range from 0.1 MHz to 80 MHz, while external frequencies can reach up to 20 MHz. The device operates with a USB input voltage of 4.5 V to 5.25 V, drawing a maximum current of 400 mA under typical conditions and a suspend current of 260 μA.

Physically, the USB-6211 measures 6.65 in. × 3.70 in. × 1.20 in. (16.9 cm × 9.4 cm × 3.1 cm) and weighs 7.2 oz (206 g). It is intended for indoor use, with an operating temperature range of 0 ºC to 45 ºC and storage temperatures between -20 ºC and 70 ºC, requiring a 15-minute warm-up period for annual calibration. The USB-6211 is available in several part numbers, where part number 780104-01 is tailored for Linux and Mac compatibility, part number 196203-03 is a board-only variation, and the part number 779676-01 represents the standard version. A comprehensive user manual and maintenance documentation can be downloaded for further information. For pricing, please contact a National Instruments sales representative.