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build a real-time display and log data to Excel or an open binary file. (TDMS) NI also has well- documented APIs for C/C++ and Python with over 50 examples for each language. Future-proof Ethernet cDAQ is built to support modern testing needs with Ethernet connectivity and modular flexibility. For users requiring distributed data acquisition, CompactDAQ supports network synchronization over a single Ethernet cable using time sensitive networking (TSN). TSN allows you to synchronize multiple CompactDAQ systems with precision, ensuring that you accurately correlate measurements from different locations.
A key feature of the system is its three independent analog input timing engines. This enables the creation of up to three separate analog input tasks, each with its own sample rate and configuration. As a result, you can efficiently combine slow-changing signals, such as temperature, with high- speed measurements like vibration or sound. By running these tasks in separate loops or threads within a program, you gain precise timing control and can optimize performance across a diverse set of sensors. Software stack NI provides a comprehensive software stack to support test and measurement applications, designed to maximize productivity and streamline development across a wide range of use cases. Among the most notable we can mention: ■ LabVIEW is a graphical programming environment with unique productivity accelerators for engineers developing test and measurement systems. ■ LabVIEW+ accelerates and automates measurement data insights with modularity/ scalability and ready-to-use test data visualization, processing, and reporting tools. ■ NI has free DAQ/Logging software, making it possible to
Connect to your PC over USB or Ethernet CompactDAQ connects via USB or Ethernet, offering flexible options to fit different environments and applications. USB provides a simple, plug-and-play experience that is ideal for portable, desktop, or stand-alone setups. Ethernet connectivity supports distributed measurements by connecting CompactDAQ to local or enterprise networks, enabling multiple systems to run from a single PC with an extended reach up to 200 meters. Conclusion NI offers a broad portfolio of CompactDAQ modular systems designed to support both lab and field environments in managing complex testing tasks with flexibility and precision. From integrating sensor-specific modules to using snap-in connectors and QR codes for streamlined setup, these solutions help optimize test operations with ease. As measurement and control technologies continue to advance, NI remains well-placed to support evolving requirements, enabling more efficient, adaptable, and sustainable data acquisition platforms.
Flexible platform
detailed specifications needed to calculate absolute accuracy, including offset, gain, noise, temperature drift, and calibration intervals. QR-code The CompactDAQ family includes QR-code links on product for quick access to relevant documentation to help streamline the setup process, transforming into a new experience that allows for improved usability.
For portable setups or systems that undergo frequent reconfiguration, CompactDAQ supports modules with quick connection options. These simplify setup and reduce the time spent on repetitive wiring tasks. Each module includes dedicated circuitry tailored to specific measurements – ranging from analog and digital signals to specialized sensor inputs – allowing CompactDAQ to support a wide variety of applications.
Modular I/O for future expansion
CompactDAQ offers the flexibility to adapt as your testing requirements evolve. Whether you need to add more channels, introduce different types of measurements, or use software in various programming languages, CompactDAQ provides the tools to scale and adjust your system. By combining measurement and control in a single platform, it improves both test capability and overall efficiency.
The modular CompactDAQ I/O system is a rugged hardware platform offering flexibility and scalability to suit a wide range of application needs. It allows you to connect the sensors and electrical signals specific to your requirements, with the freedom to customize the system as needed. Modules can be selected based on current demands and easily added or swapped as testing needs change, making CompactDAQ a versatile choice for evolving test environments.
By combining measurement and control in a single platform, it improves both test capability and overall efficiency.
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