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NI CompactDAQ

NI CompactDAQ hardware provides the plug-and-play simplicity of USB to sensor and electrical measurements on the benchtop, in the field, and on the production line. By combining the ease of use and low cost of a data logger with the performance and flexibility of modular instrumentation, NI CompactDAQ delivers fast and accurate measurements in a small, simple, and affordable system.

Measurement Types
Bridge-based sensor |
Current |
Digital |
IEPE accelerometer |
RTD |
Resistance |
Thermistor |
Thermocouple |
Voltage
Digital I/O Clock Rate
At least 1 kHz |
At least 1 MHz |
At least 10 MHz
Analog Input Channels
At least 1 |
At least 4 |
At least 8 |
At least 16 |
At least 32
Analog Output Channels
At least 1 |
At least 2 |
At least 4 |
None
Digital I/O Channels
At least 1 |
At least 8 |
At least 16 |
At least 32 |
None
Triggering
Analog |
Digital
Isolation Type
Bank Isolation |
Ch-Ch Isolation |
Ch-Earth Ground Isolation
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Configure a Complete NI CompactDAQ System

Build Your Own NI CompactDAQ System

Select the appropriate modules for your application, and let the advisor recommend the necessary chassis and accessories to complete your system.


NI CompactDAQ System Components

NI CompactDAQ Chassis

Find low-cost analog and digital signal conditioning accessories for plug-in data acquisition (DAQ) devices.

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C Series I/O Modules

Connect directly to industrial sensors with a variety of analog and digital I/O.

NI CompactDAQ Accessories

Use optional sensor connectors, mounting accessories, industrial power supplies, and enclosures to add versatility to NI CompactDAQ ease of use and performance.


Compatible Software

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