USB-6210 Specifications - National Instruments

1 SPECIFICATIONSUSB-621016 AI (16-Bit, 250 kS/s), 4 DI, 4 DO USB Multifunction I/O DeviceDefinitionsWarranted Specifications describe the performance of a model under stated operatingconditions and are covered by the model following characteristic Specifications describe values that are relevant to the use of themodel under stated operating conditions but are not covered by the model warranty. Typical Specifications describe the performance met by a majority of models. Nominal Specifications describe an attribute that is based on design, conformance testing,or supplemental are Typical unless otherwise are valid at 25 C unless otherwise InputNumber of channels8 differential or 16 single endedADC resolution16 bitsDNLNo missing codes guaranteedINLR efer to the AI Absolute Accuracy sectionSample rateSingle channel maximum250 kS/sMultichannel maximum (aggregate)250 kS/sMinimum0 S/sTiming accuracy50 ppm of sample rateTiming resolution50 nsInput couplingDCInput range V, 1 V, 5 V, 10 VMaximum working voltage for analoginputs (signal + common mode) V of AI GNDCMRR (DC to 60 Hz)100 dBInput impedanceDevice onAI+ to AI GND>10 G in parallel with 100 pFAI- to AI GND>10 G in parallel with 100 pFDevice offAI+ to AI GND1,200 AI- to AI GND1,200 input bias current 100 pACrosstalk (at 100 kHz)

2 Adjacent channels-75 dBNon-adjacent channels-90 dBSmall signal bandwidth (-3 dB)450 kHzInput FIFO size4,095 samplesScan list memory4,095 entriesData transfersUSB Signal Stream, programmed I/OOvervoltage protection for all analog input and sense channelsDevice on 30 V for up to two AI pinsDevice off 20 V for up to two AI pinsInput current during overvoltage condition 20 mA maximum/AI pinSettling Time for Multichannel MeasurementsAccuracy, full-scale step, all ranges 90 ppm of step ( 6 LSB)4 s convert interval 30 ppm of step ( 2 LSB)5 s convert interval 15 ppm of step ( 1 LSB)7 s convert interval2 | | USB-6210 SpecificationsTypical Performance GraphsFigure 1. Settling Error versus Time for Different Source Impedances1101001 k10 k110100 Time ( s)Error (ppm of Step Size) 100 1 k 2 k 5 k 10 k Figure 2. AI CMRR406080100120601001 k10 k100 kFrequency (Hz)CMRR (dB)140AI Absolute Accuracy (Warranted)Note Accuracies listed are valid for up to one year from the device The input /output channels of this device are not protected for electromagneticinterference due to functional reasons.

3 As a result, this device may experienceUSB-6210 Specifications | National Instruments | 3reduced measurement accuracy or other temporary performance degradation whenconnected cables are routed in an environment with radiated or conducted radiofrequency electromagnetic interference. To ensure that this device functions withinspecifications in its operational electromagnetic environment and to limit radiatedemissions, care should be taken in the selection, design, and installation ofmeasurement probes and 1. AI Absolute AccuracyNominalRangePositiveFullScale(V) NominalRangeNegativeFullScale (V)ResidualGainError(ppm ofReading)ResidualOffsetError(ppm ofRange)OffsetTempco(ppm ofRange/ C)RandomNoise, ( Vrms)AbsoluteAccuracyat FullScale( V)Sensitivity( V) 10-107520342292, , Sensitivity is the smallest voltage change that can be detected. It is a functionof ppm/ CReference tempco5 ppm/ CINL error76 ppm of rangeAI Absolute Accuracy EquationAbsoluteAccuracy = Reading (GainError) + Range (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertaintyGainError = ResidualAIGainError + GainTempco (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal)+ ReferenceTempco (TempChangeFromLastExternalCal)OffsetErr or = ResidualAIOffsetError + OffsetTempco (TempChangeFromLastInternalCal) + INLE rrorNoiseUncertainty = RandomNoise 3100 for a coverage factor of 3 and averaging100 | | USB-6210 SpecificationsAI Absolute Accuracy ExampleAbsolute accuracy at full scale on the analog input channels is determined using the followingassumptions.

4 TempChangeFromLastExternalCal = 10 C TempChangeFromLastInternalCal = 1 C number_of_readings = 100 CoverageFactor = 3 For example, on the 10 V range, the absolute accuracy at full scale is as follows:GainError = 75 ppm + ppm 1 + 5 ppm 10 = 132 ppmOffsetError = 20 ppm + 34 ppm 1 + 76 ppm = 130 ppmNoiseUncertainty = 229 3100 = VAbsoluteAccuracy = 10 V (GainError) + 10 V (OffsetError) + NoiseUncertainty =2,690 VDigital I/O and PFIS tatic Digital I/O CharacteristicsNumber of digital input channels4 (PFI < >/P0.< >)Number of digital output channels4 (PFI < >/P1.< >)Ground referenceD GNDPull-down resistor47 k 1% input voltage protection 20 V on up to 8 pins1 PFI FunctionalityPFI < >/Port 0 FunctionalityStatic digital input , timing inputDebounce filter settings125 ns, s, ms, disable; high andlow transitions; selectable per inputPFI < >/Port 1 FunctionalityStatic digital output, timing outputTiming output sourcesMany AI, counter timing signals1 Stresses beyond those listed under input voltage protection may cause permanent damage to Specifications | National Instruments | 5 Maximum Operating ConditionsIOL output low current16 mA maximumIOH output high current-16 mA maximumDigital input CharacteristicsLevelMinimumMaximum VIL input low voltage0 VVIH input high voltage2 VIIL input low current (Vin = 0 V)--10 AIIH input high current (Vin = 5 V)

5 -120 ADigital Output CharacteristicsParameterVoltage LevelCurrent Level V6 V-16 V-6 mAGeneral-Purpose Counters/TimersNumber of counter/timers2 Resolution32 bitsCounter measurementsEdge counting, pulse, semi-period, period,two-edge separationPosition measurementsX1, X2, X4 quadrature encoding withChannel Z reloading; two-pulse encodingOutput applicationsPulse, pulse train with dynamic updates,frequency division, equivalent time samplingInternal base clocks80 MHz, 20 MHz, MHzExternal base clock frequency0 MHz to 20 MHzBase clock accuracy50 ppm6 | | USB-6210 SpecificationsInputsGate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z,Up_DownRouting options for inputsPFI < >, many internal signalsFIFO1,023 samplesData transfersUSB Signal Stream, programmed I/OFrequency GeneratorNumber of channels1 Base clocks10 MHz, 100 kHzDivisors1 to 16 Base clock accuracy50 ppmOutput can be available on any output PFI Digital TriggersSourcePFI < >PolaritySoftware-selectable for most signalsAnalog input functionStart Trigger, Reference Trigger,Pause Trigger, Sample Clock, Convert Clock,Sample Clock TimebaseCounter/timer functionGate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z.

6 Up_DownBus InterfaceUSBUSB Hi-Speed or full-speed2 USB Signal Stream4, can be used for analog input ,counter/timer 0, counter/timer 12If you are using an USB M Series device in full-speed mode, device performance will be lower andyou will not be able to achieve maximum sample/update Specifications | National Instruments | 7 Current Limits+5 V terminal as V to VCurrent (internally limited)50 mA maximum, shared with digital outputs+5 V terminal as V to VCurrent350 mA maximum, self-resetting fuseCaution Do not exceed 16 mA per DIO 10 VPower RequirementsInput voltage on USB V to V in configured stateMaximum inrush current500 mANo load typical current320 mA at VMaximum loadTypical current400 mA at VSuspend current260 A typicalPhysical CharacteristicsDimensions (includes connectors) cm cm cm( in. in. in.)Weight206 g ( oz)I/O connectors2 16-position combiconUSB connectorSeries B receptacleScrew terminal wiring16 AWG to 28 AWGT orque for screw N m to N m( lb in.)

7 To lb in.)To clean the device, wipe with a dry devices have a self-resetting fuse that opens when current exceeds this | | USB-6210 SpecificationsCalibrationRecommended warm-up time15 minutesCalibration interval1 yearEnvironmentalOperating temperature0 C to 45 CStorage temperature-20 C to 70 CHumidity10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensingMaximum altitude2,000 mPollution Degree2 Indoor use VoltagesConnect only voltages that are below these ground11 V, Measurement Category IMeasurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected tothe electrical distribution system referred to as MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous liveelectrical supply system that powers equipment. This category is for measurements of voltagesfrom specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels,special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and Do not use for measurements within Categories II, III, or Measurement Categories CAT I and CAT O (Other) are equivalent.

8 These testand measurement circuits are not intended for direct connection to the MAINS building installations of Measurement Categories CAT II, CAT III, or CAT Specifications | National Instruments | 9 SafetyThis product is designed to meet the requirements of the following electrical equipment safetystandards for measurement, control, and laboratory use: IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1 UL 61010-1, CSA No. 61010-1 Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the OnlineProduct Certification CompatibilityThis product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipmentfor measurement, control, and laboratory use; for radio equipment; and for telecommunicationterminal equipment: EN 61326-1 (IEC 61326-1): Class A emissions; Basic immunity EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions EN 55022 (CISPR 22): Class A emissions EN 55024 (CISPR 24): Immunity AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions AS/NZS CISPR 22: Class A emissions FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions ICES-001: Class A emissionsNote In the United States (per FCC 47 CFR), Class A equipment is intended foruse in commercial, light-industrial, and heavy-industrial locations.

9 In Europe,Canada, Australia and New Zealand (per CISPR 11) Class A equipment is intendedfor use only in heavy-industrial Group 1 equipment (per CISPR 11) is any industrial, scientific, or medicalequipment that does not intentionally generate radio frequency energy for thetreatment of material or inspection/analysis For EMC declarations and certifications, and additional information, refer tothe Online Product Certification Compliance This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as follows: 2014/35/EU; Low-Voltage Directive (safety) 2014/30/EU; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2011/65/EU; Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)10 | | USB-6210 SpecificationsOnline Product CertificationRefer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory complianceinformation. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for this product, visit , search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in theCertification ManagementNI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsiblemanner.

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