PCI-6250

 The National Instruments PCI-6250 is a high-speed multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. For increased measurement accuracy, consider the high-accuracy M Series devices with an 18-bit analog-to-digital converter providing a 4X resolution increase.

High-speed M Series devices incorporate advanced features such as the NI-STC 2 system controller, NI-PGIA 2 programmable amplifier, and NI-MCal calibration technology to increase performance and accuracy. High-speed M Series devices have an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling time at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all channels at maximum speeds. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple OSs using three driver software options – NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• 16 analog inputs; NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• 24 digital I/O; 32-bit counters; analog and digital triggering
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate available; more than 70 signal conditioning options
• Correlated DIO (8 clocked lines, 10 MHz)
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software
• Get improved measurement accuracy, resolution, and sensitivity by choosing high-accuracy M Series.

NI PCI-6251

 The National Instruments PCI-6251 is a high-speed multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. For increased measurement accuracy, consider the high-accuracy M Series devices with an 18-bit analog-to-digital converter providing a 4X resolution increase.

High-speed M Series devices incorporate advanced features such as the NI-STC 2 system controller, NI-PGIA 2 programmable amplifier, and NI-MCal calibration technology to increase performance and accuracy. High-speed M Series devices have an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling time at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all channels at maximum speeds. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• Two 16-bit analog outputs (2.8 MS/s); 24 digital I/O; 32-bit counters
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• Correlated DIO (8 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• Get improved measurement accuracy, resolution, and sensitivity by choosing high-accuracy M Series.
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

PCI-6254

 The National Instruments PCI-6254 is a high-speed multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. For increased measurement accuracy, consider the high-accuracy M Series devices with an 18-bit analog-to-digital converter providing a 4X resolution increase.

High-speed M Series devices incorporate advanced features such as the NI-STC 2 system controller, NI-PGIA 2 programmable amplifier, and NI-MCal calibration technology to increase performance and accuracy. High-speed M Series devices have an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling time at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all channels at maximum speeds. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Development Environments
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• 48 digital I/O; 32-bit counters; analog and digital triggering
• Correlated DIO (32 clocked lines, 10 MHz)
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• Get improved measurement accuracy, resolution, and sensitivity by choosing high-accuracy M Series.
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

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PCI-6259

The National Instruments PCI-6259 is a high-speed multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for superior accuracy at fast sampling rates. For increased measurement accuracy, consider the high-accuracy M Series devices with an 18-bit analog-to-digital converter providing a 4X resolution increase.

High-speed M Series devices incorporate advanced features such as the NI-STC 2 system controller, NI-PGIA 2 programmable amplifier, and NI-MCal calibration technology to increase performance and accuracy. High-speed M Series devices have an onboard NI-PGIA 2 amplifier designed for fast settling time at high scanning rates, ensuring 16-bit accuracy even when measuring all channels at maximum speeds. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• Four 16-bit analog outputs (2.8 MS/s); 48 digital I/O; 32-bit counters
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• Correlated DIO (32 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
• Get improved measurement accuracy, resolution, and sensitivity by choosing high-accuracy M Series.
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

NI PCI-6122

 DATA SHEET
The NI PCI-6122 S Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) board features a dedicated analog-to-digital converter (ADC) per channel for maximum device throughput and preserved phase relationship among the analog inputs.

The PCI-6122 is a full-length PCI board. Please verify with your PC vendor that there is sufficient room in the computer chassis to house this board. See the KnowledgeBase article in the Resources tab for more information.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW software, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. NI S Series DAQ devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software - LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW 7.1 Real-Time Module. S Series DAQ devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.0.

NI-DAQmx Driver Software
NI-DAQmx driver software controls every aspect of your data acquisition system, from configuration to programming. Quickly gather real-world data with measurement-ready virtual channels and the DAQ Assistant. NI-DAQmx includes LabVIEW SignalExpress LE data-logging software.

The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• 4 simultaneously sampled analog inputs; 16-bit, 500 kS/s per channel
• 4 input ranges from ±1.25 to ±10 V
• Deep onboard memory (16 MS)
• 8 hardware-timed digital I/O lines; two 24-bit counters; analog and digital triggering
• Included NI-DAQmx driver software and LabVIEW SignalExpress interactive data-logging software
• Optimized integration with NI LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, and Measurement Studio

PCI-6132

 The NI PCI-6132 S Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) board features a dedicated analog-to-digital converter (ADC) per channel for maximum device throughput and higher multichannel accuracy.

The PCI-6132 is a full-length PCI board. Please verify with your PC vendor that there is sufficient room in the computer chassis to house this board. See the KnowledgeBase article in the Resources tab for more information.

Enable Warp Mode to Achieve Maximum Sampling Rates
PCI-6132 analog inputs sample up to 2.5 MS/s using the onboard sample clock; they can sample up to 3 MS/s using one of the onboard counters or an external reference as the sample clock. Download the LabVIEW example from the Resources tab to enable warp mode and achieve the maximum sampling rates.

Application Software
With NI LabVIEW software, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. NI S Series DAQ devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software - LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x and LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x. S Series DAQ devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.0.

NI-DAQmx Driver Software
Quickly gather real-world data with NI-DAQmx driver software featuring measurement-ready virtual channels and configuration abilities using the DAQ Assistant.

The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• 4 simultaneously sampled analog inputs, up to 2.5 or 3 MS/s in warp mode (see Overview tab)
• 4 input ranges from ±1.25 to ±10 V
• Deep onboard memory (16 MS)
• 8 hardware-timed digital I/O lines; two 24-bit counters; analog and digital triggering
• Included NI-DAQmx driver software and LabVIEW SignalExpress interactive data-logging software
• Optimized integration with NI LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, and Measurement Studio

PCI-6280

 The National Instruments PCI-6280 is a high-accuracy multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for 18-bit analog input accuracy. This resolution is equivalent to 5½ digits for DC measurements. To ensure accuracy, the NI-PGIA 2 amplifier technology is optimized for high linearity and fast settling to 18 bits, and programmable lowpass filters reject high-frequency noise and prevent aliasing.

High-accuracy M Series devices feature programmable offsets and references on the analog output channels to obtain maximum 16-bit resolution on any custom signal. High-accuracy M Series multifunction DAQ devices are ideal for applications including device test and characterization, and for sensor and signal measurements requiring instrument-class accuracy. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Development Environments
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• 24 digital I/O; two 32-bit, 80 MHz counters
• Programmable 40 kHz lowpass filters
• Correlated DIO (8 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

NI PCI-6281

 The National Instruments PCI-6281 is a high-accuracy multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for 18-bit analog input accuracy. This resolution is equivalent to 5½ digits for DC measurements. To ensure accuracy, the NI-PGIA 2 amplifier technology is optimized for high linearity and fast settling to 18 bits, and programmable lowpass filters reject high-frequency noise and prevent aliasing.

High-accuracy M Series devices feature programmable offsets and references on the analog output channels to obtain maximum 16-bit resolution on any custom signal. High-accuracy M Series multifunction DAQ devices are ideal for applications including device test and characterization, and for sensor and signal measurements requiring instrument-class accuracy. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Development Environments
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• Two 16-bit analog outputs (2.8 MS/s); 24 digital I/O; two 32-bit, 80 MHz counters
• Programmable 40 kHz lowpass filters
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• Correlated DIO (8 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

NI PCI-6284

 The National Instruments PCI-6284 is a high-accuracy multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for 18-bit analog input accuracy. This resolution is equivalent to 5½ digits for DC measurements. To ensure accuracy, the NI-PGIA 2 amplifier technology is optimized for high linearity and fast settling to 18 bits, and programmable lowpass filters reject high-frequency noise and prevent aliasing. High-accuracy M Series devices feature programmable offsets and references on the analog output channels to obtain maximum 16-bit resolution on any custom signal. High-accuracy M Series multifunction DAQ devices are ideal for applications including device test and characterization, and for sensor and signal measurements requiring instrument-class accuracy. To learn more about M Series technologies, device specifications, and information on recommended cables and accessories, please refer to the data sheet and specifications.

Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple operating systems using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the Measurement Hardware DDK. Browse the information in the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.

Application Development Environments
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional Development Systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series data acquisition devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software – LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series data acquisition devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.

• 48 digital I/O; two 32-bit, 80 MHz counters; analog and digital triggering
• Correlated DIO (32 clocked lines, 10 MHz)
• Programmable 40 kHz lowpass filters
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• NIST-traceable calibration certificate and more than 70 signal conditioning options
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software

NI PCI-6289

 The NI PCI-6289 is a high-accuracy multifunction M Series data acquisition (DAQ) board optimized for 18-bit analog input accuracy. This resolution is equivalent to 5½ digits for DC measurements. To ensure accuracy, the NI-PGIA 2 amplifier technology is optimized for high linearity and fast settling to 18 bits, and programmable lowpass filters reject high-frequency noise and prevent aliasing. High-accuracy M Series devices feature programmable offsets and references on the analog output channels to obtain maximum 16-bit resolution on any custom signal. They are ideal for applications including device test and characterization and for sensor and signal measurements requiring instrument-class accuracy. Contact NI to order the RoHS-compliant version of the PCI-6289 (P/N 779737-01).  
Driver Software
M Series devices work with multiple OSs using three driver software options including NI-DAQmx, NI-DAQmx Base, and the NI Measurement Hardware DDK. Refer to the Resources tab to learn more about driver software or download a driver. M Series devices are not compatible with the Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy) driver.  
Application Software
With NI LabVIEW, you can create custom data acquisition applications with the ease of graphical programming and power of more than 500 analysis functions and advanced programming tools. LabVIEW Full and Professional development systems include LabVIEW SignalExpress for interactive data logging. M Series DAQ devices are compatible with the following versions (or later) of NI application software - LabVIEW 7.x, LabWindows™/CVI 7.x, or Measurement Studio 7.x; LabVIEW SignalExpress 1.x; or LabVIEW with the LabVIEW Real-Time Module 7.1. M Series DAQ devices are also compatible with Visual Studio .NET, ANSI C/C++, and Visual Basic 6.0.
The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

• Four 16-bit analog outputs (2.8 MS/s);
  48 digital I/O; two 32-bit, 80 MHz counters
• Correlated digital I/O (32 clocked lines, 10 MHz); analog and digital triggering
• Programmable 40 kHz lowpass filters
• NI-MCal calibration technology for increased measurement accuracy
• RoHS-compliant version available (P/N 779737-01); call to place order
• NI-DAQmx driver software and NI LabVIEW SignalExpress LE interactive data-logging software