National Instruments USB-6229 Multifunction DAQ Device

The NI USB-6229 (Part Numbers: 779810-01, 779810-02, 779810-03, 779810-04, 779810-06, 779810-07) is an M Series Multifunction DAQ Device. This device has 16 differential or 32 single-ended analog input channels. The USB-6229 offers 16 bits analog-to-digital converter (ADC) resolution. The sample rate of this product is 250 kS/s maximum for a single channel and for multiple channels. There are two options for the I/O connectors for this Multifunction DAQ Device: 128 screw terminals or 30 BNCs/60 screw terminals.

The values of the input ranges for the USB-6229 Multifunction DAQ Device are ±10 V, ±5 V, ±1 V, and ±0.2 V. It offers a working voltage of ±11 Volts. This is the maximum voltage for inputs of this device. The size of FIFO for this instrument is 4,095 samples. The NI USB-6229 is protected against overvoltage malfunctions. This protection is available for all the analog input channels. This protection is also available for all the device’s sense channels. The value of the input current is ±20 mA maximum during the overvoltage condition. The device is equipped with a USB 2.0 Hi-speed or full-speed bus interface.

There are also 4 analog output channels on the USB-6229 National Instruments. All channels provide DAC resolution. The value of this resolution is 16 bits. The update rate is 833 kS/s for a single output channel. The update rate for two channels is 740 kS/s per channel. The update rate for three channels is 666 kS/s per channel. The update rate for all four channels is 625 kS/s per channel. This device also provides an effective output resistance of 0.2 Ω. It has a 1 frequency generator channel with base clocks of 10 MHz and 100 kHz–these base clocks have an accuracy 50 ppm.

The NI device weighs 11 oz, and measures 10.5 x 6.73 x 1.75 in. in physical dimensions. It has a recommended operating temperature range of 0 ºC to 45 ºC, a storage temperature range of -20 ºC to 70 ºC, and an operating and nonoperating random vibration of 0.3 grms and 2.4 grms respectively–all at a frequency range of 5 Hz to 500 Hz.

The USB-6229 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. If you need the USB-6229 calibrated, Apex Waves provides options. We offer high-quality NIST accredited calibrations through a 3rd party, with an average turnaround time of 1 to 2 weeks. When you order the USB-6229 with us, you can request basic (unaccredited) in-house calibration that will calibrate the part to the manufacturer specifications prior to being shipped. Call or email us today for more information about calibrating the USB-6229!