National Instruments PCI-6280

The National Instruments PCI-6280 is a multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) card designed for PCI slots, providing a cost-effective yet reliable solution for various industrial and research applications. This M Series device, available under part numbers 779108-01 and 191342E-04L, supports both SCC and SCXI signal conditioning modules for versatile measurement configurations. The PCI-6280 features 16 analog input channels, configured as eight differential inputs with an 18-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 625 kS/s. It supports input voltage ranges from +10 V to +0.1 V, with built-in overvoltage protection allowing it to withstand inputs up to +25 V. The device includes an analog trigger with ±1% accuracy and a 10 kΩ input impedance, and the channels are DC-coupled for reliable signal processing. In addition to the analog inputs, the PCI-6280 offers 24 digital I/O channels, each of which can be independently configured as input or output. Two 32-bit general-purpose counters/timers are integrated, offering both internal and external base clock options, while a frequency generator with 50 ppm base clock accuracy is also included. The PCI-6280 utilizes a 68-pin VHDCI connector for I/O connections and is compatible with the NI-DAQmx driver software for straightforward configuration and measurement tasks. The device operates on a power supply of +5 V, +3.3 V, +12 V, and -12 V. Measuring 4.2 in. by 6.1 in. and weighing 0.33 lb., it is compact and easy to integrate into existing systems. For further details, user manuals and maintenance documentation are available for download, and pricing can be obtained by contacting a sales representative. This product includes a 2-3 year warranty.