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Overview



Use this guide to match your NI Multifunction I/O (MIO) 60xx/60xxE Models PCI, PXI, or PCMCIA DAQ device with a compatible cable and accessory to meet the needs of your application, replacing or expanding your current configuration, or verifying that existing parts can be used in a different configuration.

NI Multifunction I/O (MIO) 60xx Models (formerly referred to as NI B Series and E Series) are the legacy generation of NI MIO hardware. They allow for analog, digital and counter input and output through a variety of connectivity options.

This page is part of the NI DAQ Multifunction I/O Cable and Accessory Compatibility Guide.

Contents

How to Use this Guide

It is important to work through this guide sequentially to identify and then pair up your device with compatible cables and accessories. To do this, complete the following steps:

  1. Find your module or device in the Device List.
  2. Use the Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables to identify your device.
  3. Check the Known Limitations and Issues List for any known limitations you may encounter.

Note: Using the page search functionality in your browser to locate your model may speed up this process, typically CTRL+F on Windows or ⌘+F on OS X.

Device List

Begin by using the following tables to locate your device or module. Once found, note your connector type, pin count, and any other notes for reference. Next, move to the Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables.

Important Note: "Group" used in this context is solely to categorize devices together that use the same cables and accessories. It does not necessarily indicate similar functionality, specifications, or other commonalities between the devices.

 

Group 1: 68-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Models Device and Module

Identify your 68-pin SCSI 0.050 D-Type device or module, then click to jump to the compatibility table.
ModelConnector TypeNotes
PCI-6011ESCSIAlso known as the PCI-MIO-16XE-50.
PCI-6013SCSIConsidered a B Series device.
PCI-6014SCSIConsidered a B Series device.
PCI-6023ESCSI 
PCI-6024ESCSI 
PCI-6030ESCSIAlso known as the PCI-MIO-16XE-10.
PXI-6030ESCSI 
PCI-6032ESCSI 
PCI-6034ESCSI 
PCI-6035ESCSI 
PCI-6036ESCSI 
PCI-6040ESCSIAlso known as the PCI-MIO-16E-4.
PXI-6040ESCSI 
PCI-6052ESCSI 
PXI-6052ESCSI 
DAQPad-6052ESCSI 
PCI-6070ESCSIAlso known as the PCI-MIO-16E-1.
PXI-6070ESCSI 

 

Group 2: 68-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Models Device

Identify your 68-pin VHDCI device, then click to jump to the compatibility table.
ModelConnector TypeNotes
DAQCard-6024EVHDCI 
DAQCard-6036EVHDCI 
DAQCard-6062EVHDCI 

 

Group 3: 100-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Models Device and Module

 

Group 4: 37-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xx Models Device

Identify your 37-pin DSUB device, then click to jump to the compatibility table.
ModelConnector TypeNotes
PCI-6010DSUBConsidered a B Series device.

 

Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables

Find the compatibility table that matches the pin count and connector type of your device. If you have questions on terminology, refer to the Glossary. After you have identified the cable and accessory options for your device from this section, move to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

Note: To help keep the size down of the compatibility tables, the terms terminal block and connector block are used interchangeably.

 

Group 1: 68-Pin SCSI Models 60xx/60xxE Device and Module

Use this table to identify compatible SCSI cables and accessories.
Module or DeviceCablesAccessories
ShieldedUnshieldedCustom Connect-
ivity
Screw Terminal BlockBNC Terminal BlockTerminal Block - PXI MountedSCC Screw Terminal BlockSCC CarrierScrew Terminal Block - DIN Rail MountScrew Terminal Block
6011E, 6013, 6014, 6023E, 6024E, 6030E, 6032E, 6034E, 6036E, 6040E, 6052E, 6070E

SH68-68-EPM
(Recommended,
Shielded)

SH68-68 
(Basic Shielding)

R68-68
(Low Cost)

SCB-68A
SCB-681
BNC-2110
BNC-2111
BNC-2120
BNC-2090A
BNC-20901
TB-27052SCC-68SC-2345
SC-2350
TBX-68CB-68LP
CB-68LPR
CA-1000
SH68-50
(Basic Shielding, conversion to 50-pin)
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/ACB-50
CB-50LP
CA-1000


1SCB-68A and BNC-2090A are newer designs recommended for all new applications over the SCB-68 and BNC-2090.
2TB-2705 can only be attached directly to PXI modules front connector only, and does not require a cable.

Click here to jump to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

 

Group 2: VHDCI D-Type 68-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xxE Models Device

Use this table to identify compatible VHDCI cables and accessories.
Module or DeviceCablesAccessories
ShieldedUnshieldedCustom Connect-
ivity
Screw Terminal BlockBNC Terminal BlockTerminal Block - PXI MountedSCC Screw Terminal BlockSCC CarrierScrew Terminal Block - DIN Rail MountScrew Terminal Block
6024E, 6036E, 6062ESHC68-68-EPM
(Recommended,
Shielded)

RC68-68
(Low Cost)
SCB-68A
SCB-681
BNC-2110
BNC-2111
BNC-2120
BNC-2090A
BNC-20901
N/ASCC-68SC-2345
SC-2350
TBX-68CB-68LP
CB-68LPR
CA-1000
SHC68-C68-EPM
(Custom Connectivity)3
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
68M-50F
(Low cost, conversion to 50-pin)
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/ACB-50
CB-50LP
N/A


1SCB-68A and BNC-2090A are newer designs recommended for all new applications over the SCB-68 and BNC-2090.
3Please review Known Limitations and Issues List for information on using this custom connectivity cable.

Click here to jump to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

 

Group 3: SCSI 100-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xxE Models Device And Module

Use this table to identify compatible SCSI 0.050 D-Type cables and accessories.
Module or DeviceCablesAccessories
ShieldedUnshieldedCustom Connect-
ivity
Screw Terminal BlockBNC Terminal BlockTerminal Block - PXI MountedSCC Screw Terminal BlockSCC CarrierScrew Terminal Block - DIN Rail MountScrew Terminal Block
6025E, 6031E, 6033E, 6071ESH100100
(Recommended,
Shielded)
SCB-100A
SCB-1001
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
SH1006868 (Shielded, conversion to two 68-pin connectors)SCB-68A
SCB-681
BNC-2110
BNC-2111
BNC-2120
BNC-2090A
BNC-20901
N/ASCC-68SC-2345
SC-2350
TBX-68CB-68LP
CB-68LPR
CA-1000
R10050502 (Unshielded, conversion to two 50-pin connectors)N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/ACB-502
CB-50LP
N/A


1SCB-68A, SCB-100A and BNC-2090A are newer designs recommended for all new applications over the SCB-68, SCB-100 and BNC-2090.
2The CB-100 Series kit consists of one cable and two CB-50 connector blocks.

Click here to jump to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

 

Group 4: DSUB 37-Pin Multifunction I/O 60xx Device

Use this table to identify compatible 37-pin DSUB cables and accessories.
Module or DeviceCablesAccessories
ShieldedUnshieldedCustom Connect-
ivity
Screw Terminal BlockBNC Terminal BlockTerminal Block - PXI MountedSCC Screw Terminal BlockSCC CarrierScrew Terminal Block - DIN Rail MountScrew Terminal Block
6010SH37F-37M
(Recommended,
Shielded)

R37F-37M
(Low Cost)
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/ACB-37F-HVD
CB-37FV
CB-37FH
CB-37F-LP
N/A
SH37F-P-4
(Shielded,
Pigtail Ends)
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A


Click here to jump to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

 

Known Limitations and Issues List

This section is important to review as not every cable and accessory combination allows access to the full functionality of your NI DAQ Multifunction 60xx/60xxE (formerly B Series and E Series) device or module. This list contains notes about known limitations when using certain combinations of DAQ cables and accessories.  If your device is not listed in this section, there are no known exceptions.

Devices:

Review this table to identify potential limitations and known issues with your device or module.
ModelNote
6025ETo enable connection on all lines of the device/module with the cable, you must connect to two 50-pin connector blocks. The CB-100 kit contains two CB-50 connector blocks and a R1005050 cable.
6031EThe SCC-68 User Guide (August 2006), P/N 374748B-01, incorrectly omits PCI/PXI-6031E support with the SCC-68.

 

 Cables:

Review this table for alternative cabling options and known limitations.
ModelNote
SHC68-68-EPMFor VHDCI connections NI recommends that you use the SHC68-68-EPM cable; however, an SH68-68-EP cable will work with NI Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Models (formerly B Series and E Series). The SHC68-68-EPM cable is a newer design featuring additional shielding and specific cable pairings to improve noise performance.
SHC68-C68-EPMThe SHC68-C68-EPM can be used for any device or module for which the SHC68-68-EPM is recommended. The SHC68-C68-EPM is intended for custom breakout fixtures that use the VHDCI 0.8 mm connector. DAQ accessories only feature a SCSI 0.050 D-Type connector and will not work with this cable.
SH68-68-EPMFor SCSI 0.050 D-Type connections NI recommends that you use the SH68-68-EPM cable; however, an SH68-68-EP cable will work with NI Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Models (formerly B Series and E Series). The SH68-68-EPM cable is a newer design featuring additional shielding and specific cable pairings to improve noise performance.
SH68-50Some functionality is unavailable when you use the SH68-50 cable with the NI 6013, 6014, 6023E, 6024E, 6036E device or module.

 

Glossary

Review the DAQ Cable and Accessory Guides for more information about this terminology and other descriptors.

  • 0.050 D-Type - Industry standard SCSI connector standard featuring 0.050 pin spacing that is used in 50, 68 and 100-position DAQ cable and accessory connections. Click here for an example (68-pin).
  • D-Sub (DSUB) - Industry standard D-Sub connector that is used on 37-pin DAQ cable and accessory connections. Click here for an example.
  • Ribbon Cable - A low-cost unshielded cable solution. Click here for an example.
  • Shielded Cable - A high performance cable solution that offers noise reduction through shielded conductors. Click here for an example.
  • Shielded Terminal Block or Connector Block - A high performance accessory solution offering very low-noise signal termination through shielding. Click here for an example.
  • Unshielded Terminal Block or Connector Block - An alternative low cost accessory solution that does not offer shielding. Click here for an example.
  • Very-High-Density Cable Interconnect (VHDCI) - An improvement on the SCSI 68-pin connector featuring .8 mm pin spacing, allowing a smaller footprint and fewer bent pins during connection. Click here for an example.

 

Ordering Information

Note: NI 60xx/60xxE are considered legacy DAQ Multifunction I/O devices and modules. NI recommends using PCIe/PXIe/USB-63xx models (formerly X Series) or PCI/PXI/USB-62xx (formerly M Series) models for new systems. 

When purchasing an NI DAQ Multifunction I/O 60xx/60xxE Model (formerly B Series and E Series) device or module, for ease of use, the cables and accessories are listed on the product selection page. To begin browsing NI DAQ devices and modules, visit ni.com/daq.

You may also purchase your cables and accessories separately. Click here to browse cables and terminal blocks for NI DAQ devices and modules.

 

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