Features:
- Provides 32 inputs with 250 kS/s sampling and programmable ranges.
- 48 lines with 32 hardware-timed at 1 MHz for flexible control.
- Two 32-bit counters for encoder and frequency measurements.
The PCI-6224 provides 32 analog input channels with 16-bit resolution and a maximum sampling rate of 250 kS/s. Each channel features programmable input ranges of ±10V, ±5V, ±1V, and ±0.2V, allowing the PCI-6224 to accommodate a wide variety of sensor signals. The PCI-6224 includes NI-MCal calibration technology for improved measurement accuracy and 6 DMA channels for fast data throughput. This high channel count and flexible input ranges make the PCI-6224 ideal for data logging, sensor measurements, and monitoring applications.
The PCI-6224 features 48 TTL/CMOS digital I/O lines, with up to 32 lines capable of hardware-timed operation at 1 MHz for synchronized control and communication tasks. The digital lines can drive 24 mA for relay and actuator control, making the PCI-6224 suitable for industrial automation applications., making the PCI-6224 suitable for industrial automation applications. The PCI-6224 also includes protected digital lines and digital debounce filters for reliable operation in noisy environments. The PCI-6224's digital I/O capability enables direct interfacing with switches, relays, LEDs, and other digital devices.
The PCI-6224 includes two 32-bit, 80 MHz counter/timers for a wide range of measurement and control applications. These counters support encoder measurements, frequency measurement, pulse generation, and quadrature encoder positioning. The PCI-6224's counters provide high-resolution timing for applications such as motor control, speed measurement, and event counting. The PCI-6224 also supports digital triggering, enabling precise acquisition control and synchronization with external events. The PCI-6224's counter/timers and triggering capabilities make it suitable for demanding test and control applications.
The PCI-6224 106M1079-01 NI Data Acquisition Device may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
NI PCI-6224 Data Acquisition Device Manuals,
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Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
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NI PCI-6224 Data Acquisition Device Specs
General
- Manufacturer NI
- Model PCI-6224
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family
PCI-6229,PCI-6221,PCI-6225
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are
shown in USD.
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE): Deployed on manufacturing floors to perform automated pass/fail testing, quality control inspection, and components functional verification.
- Laboratory Automation & Academic Research: Used in universities and research labs for multi-channel sensor data recording (e.g., measuring voltage output from various analytical instruments).
- Design Verification & Prototyping: Helps hardware engineers monitor, benchmark, and validate electronic circuit behaviors by acquiring multiple analog channels through multiplexed scanning.
- Environmental & Structural Monitoring: Measures environmental parameters or tracks multi-point strain gauge and structural signals when paired with external signal conditioning accessories.
- Digital I/O Overvoltage Protection: The 48 digital lines feature input overvoltage protection. However, users must ensure signals stay within the specified operating ranges (typically 0V to 5V logic) to avoid permanent CMOS damage.
- Overcurrent Protection:Depending on the hardware revision, the +5 V terminal may use either a self-resetting fuse or a non-user-replaceable conventional fuse..
- NI-MCal Self-Calibration: The board includes an onboard reference voltage source. Users can run self-calibration via software to correct offset and gain errors caused by ambient temperature changes without disconnecting any external signals.
- Software First: Always install the NI-DAQmx driver software before inserting the physical card. This ensures Windows assigns the correct hardware drivers immediately upon detection.
- Connection: Connect your external signals using compatible NI shielded cables (such as the SHC68-68-EPM) and connector blocks (like the SCB-68).
- Migrating from PCI to PCI Express (PCIe): Modern desktop motherboards rarely feature traditional PCI slots. If you are upgrading your host PC, you must upgrade to a modern PCIe-based data acquisition card.
- Direct Architecture Upgrade: NI PCIe-6323 (X Series). It maintains the same 32 analog inputs and 48 digital I/O layout but introduces 4 analog outputs, faster throughput (up to 250 kS/s multi-channel), and operates on modern PCIe slots.