What Is NI FieldDAQ™?

FieldDAQ devices are high-performance DAQ devices rated for the most extreme environments. FieldDAQ hardware enables engineers to take high-quality measurements as close to the sensor as possible, in a wide range of environmental and system conditions.

DAQ is back and more rugged than ever.

Rocket environment with NI hardware setup in a testing environment, showcasing advanced measurement capabilities for aerospace applications

Built to withstand 100 Gs of shock, FieldDAQ devices are our toughest ones yet. They deliver precise measurements in harsh conditions. Plus, they come with NI FlexLogger™ Software, our no-programming data-logging software, free.

FieldDAQ Devices with M12 Signal Connections (FD-11601, FD-11634, FD-11637)

The features of a FieldDAQ device with M12 signal connections are labeled by number on the device.

Power input/output (L-Code M12 5-pin)
10/100/1000 Ethernet ports TSN-enabled network switch (X-Code M12 8-pin)
Eight analog input channels: voltage, IEPE, quarter-, half-, and full-bridge, and more
Channel status LEDs
Fanless design, operating temperature -40 °C to 85 °C
A-Code M12 standard connectors IP65/67 rated ingress protection: water and dust resistant
Mounting holes

FieldDAQ Devices with Mini-TC Signal Connections (FD-11614)

The features of a FieldDAQ device with Mini-TC signal connections are labeled by number on the device.

Power input/output (L-Code M12 5-pin)
10/100/1000 Ethernet ports TSN-enabled network switch (X-Code M12 8-pin)
16 thermocouple channels: 24-bit resolution Mini-TC connections for J, K, T, E, N, B, R, and S thermocouple types
Channel status LEDs
Fanless design, operating temperature -40 °C to 85 °C
M12 standard connectors IP65/67 rated ingress protection: water and dust resistant
Mounting holes

Key Benefits

Ruggedness—FieldDAQ devices are IP65/67 rated, waterproof, dust-tight, and resistant to shock/vibration (100 g/10 grms). Take measurements in a wide range of temperatures from -40 °C to 85 °C, while channel isolation (60 VDC/1,000 VRMS) reduces noise and protects circuitry.
High-Performance Measurements—The thermally stable design allows for minimal accuracy drift over the temperature range, while built-in premium signal conditioning and diagnostic features reduce the effect of external interference. Shortened sensor cables minimize noise by digitizing close to the sensor.

Tight Synchronization—The distributed TSN architecture reduces cabling cost, installation time, and enclosure requirements with synchronization accuracy <1 μs. Connect FieldDAQ devices and other TSN devices together, such as NI CompactDAQ or NI CompactRIO systems, to connect devices without the need for external switches.
Accelerated Development—Quickly start logging data with real-time display using NI FlexLogger™ Lite, our free no-code data acquisition software. Develop custom software with drivers and example programs for NI LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, VB.NET, and C#, and standardize your test frameworks with the NI LabVIEW+ Suite.

Key Applications

V&V of large, distributed physical systems
Environmental test
HALT test
Structural test
Noise, vibration, and harshness test (NVH)
Rocket engine test
Heavy equipment/off-road vehicle test
Component tests in test cells, chambers
Academic indoor/outdoor research (wind tunnel, temperature chamber measurements)