National Instruments PXI-6255 Multifunction data acquisition module
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PXI-6255

The NI PXI-6255 is an M Series multifunction DAQ module with 80 analog inputs and 16-bit resolution for PXI systems.

ManufacturerNational Instruments
ModelPXI-6255
Part Number779547-01
Product TypeMultifunction data acquisition module
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Analog inputs80 single-ended or 40 differential
Input resolution16-bit
Single-channel sampling1.25 MS/s maximum
Multichannel sampling750 kS/s maximum aggregate
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The PXI-6255 combines analog acquisition, analog output and digital I/O. NI documents two analog outputs and 24 digital I/O lines for this model.

The M Series User Manual provides a dedicated PCI/PXI-6255 pinout. Connector 0 carries AI 0–15 and other I/O signals; Connector 1 carries AI 16–79. Use the model-specific pinout when planning field wiring.

  • Seven bipolar input ranges from ±0.1 V to ±10 V.
  • Analog and external digital triggering.
  • Two 32-bit counters with an 80 MHz internal timebase.
  • Six DMA channels.
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Analog input channels80 single-ended / 40 differential channels
ADC resolution16 bits
Maximum single-channel sample rate1.25 MS/s
Maximum aggregate multichannel sample rate750 kS/s
Analog outputs2 channels
DAC resolution16 bits
Maximum AO update rate, one channel2.86 MS/s
Maximum AO update rate, two channels2.00 per channel MS/s
Digital I/O24 lines
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PXI-6255

M Series DAQ module

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NI-DAQmx 8.6 lists the PXI-6255 as supported hardware.

Multichannel sampling is aggregate, not per channel.
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Can the PXI-6255 use PXI Express hybrid slots?

Yes. NI explicitly permits installation in PXI Express hybrid slots.

Can it control SCXI in a PXI/SCXI combo chassis?

No. NI excludes this capability for the PXI-6255.

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