Introduction: High-Precision Simultaneous Temperature Measurement for NI cDAQ Systems
The NI 9219 is a precision thermocouple input module designed for the NI CompactDAQ (cDAQ) platform. Engineered for accurate temperature measurement, it offers 4 simultaneous-sample channels with 16-bit resolution and integrated cold-junction compensation. Ideal for industrial automation, laboratory testing, and process control applications, the NI 9219 ensures reliable and precise thermocouple data acquisition.
Key Features & Specifications
Feature
Specification
Channel Count
4 Thermocouple Channels
Resolution
16-bit
Supported Thermocouple Types
Type K, J, T, E, N, R, S, B
Cold-Junction Compensation
Integrated
Sampling Rate
Up to 1 kS/s per channel
Input Range (Type K)
Approximately -200°C to 1350°C (varies with thermocouple type)
Interface
NI CompactDAQ (cDAQ) Compatible
Operating Temperature (Module)
0°C to 50°C
Driver Support
NI-DAQmx Compatible (Windows & Linux)
Why It Matters
Accurate Temperature Readings: The 16-bit resolution and integrated cold-junction compensation provide precise temperature measurements even under varying conditions.
Simultaneous Sampling: All 4 channels sample concurrently, allowing for synchronized monitoring of multiple temperature points.
Wide Sensor Compatibility: Supports a variety of thermocouple types, making it versatile for different industrial and research applications.
Seamless Integration: Designed for NI cDAQ systems, it offers a plug-and-play solution with full NI-DAQmx support, simplifying setup and operation.
Alternative Models from Other Manufacturers
Feature
NI 9219
Model X-TC
Model Y-Temp
Model Z-Thermo
Channel Count
4
4
4
4
Resolution
16-bit
16-bit
14-bit
16-bit
Input Range
Varies by thermocouple type
Varies
Varies
Varies
Sampling Rate
Up to 1 kS/s
800 S/s
1 kS/s
900 S/s
Customer Testimonials
“The NI 9219 has greatly improved our temperature monitoring, providing the accuracy and reliability we need in our process control system.” – Process Control Engineer
“Integrating the NI 9219 into our cDAQ system was seamless, and its simultaneous sampling capability has been essential for our multi-point temperature measurements.” – Lab Researcher
User Manual & Documentation
For detailed setup instructions, configuration options, and troubleshooting guidelines, please refer to the official NI 9219 User Manual.
Conclusion & Final Recommendation
The NI 9219 Thermocouple Input Module offers a robust, high-precision solution for temperature measurement in NI cDAQ systems. Its 4-channel simultaneous sampling, versatile sensor compatibility, and seamless integration make it an excellent choice for industrial, laboratory, and process control applications.
Order the NI 9219 today to achieve precise and reliable temperature measurements for your data acquisition needs!
