Portable USB-Based DAQ
for High Voltages
NI USB-9221 NEW!
• Small, portable device
(12.1 by 8.± by 2.5 cm)
• 8 analog inputs at 12-bit resolution
• ±±6 V input range
Operating Systems
• Windows 2666/XP
Recommended Software
• LabVIEW
• LabWindows/CVI
• Measurement Studio
• 866 kS/s aggregate sampling rate
• Built-in, removable connectors
for easier and more cost-
effective connectivity
• 256 Vrms channel-to-earth
ground isolation
• Plug-and-play connectivity
via USB
• Bus-powered
Measurement Services
Software (included)
• NI-DAQmx driver software
• VI Logger Lite data-logging
software
Maximum Sampling Rate
Product
USB-9221
Signal Type
Voltage
Channels (SE)
Input Resolution (bits)
(kS/s)
Input Range (V)
Connector
Driver Software1
8
12
800
±±0
Screw Terminal, D-Sub
NI-DAQmx
1For up-to-date information on NI-DAQ, visit ni.com/support/daq/versions.htm.
Table 1. Portable USB DAQ for High Voltages Selection Guide
Hardware Description
Common Applications
National Instruments USB-9221 is a data acquisition module with The USB-9221 is ideal for high-voltage applications where small size
integrated signal conditioning that provides plug-and-play and portability are essential, such as:
connectivity via USB for faster setup and measurements. This • Portable data logging – log voltage data quickly and easily
module has eight single-ended analog input channels with an • Academic lab use – obtain academic discounts for quantities
extended input range of ±±6 V for direct connection to industrial
sensors. With a maximum single-channel sampling rate of 866 kS/s, • Industrial testing – take measurements of high-voltage
the NI USB-9221 is the fastest device in the USB DAQ with transformers, batteries, and other electronics
of five or more. Visit ni.com/academic for details.
signal conditioning family. In addition, this module includes • Embedded OEM applications
channel-to-earth ground isolation for safety, noise immunity and • In-vehicle data acquisition
high common-mode voltage range. With both screw-terminal and
standard D-Sub connector options for this module, you can obtain Information for OEM Customers
flexible and low-cost signal wiring.
For information on special configurations and pricing, please
visit ni.com/oem.
Software Description
The USB-9221 uses NI-DAQmx high-performance, multithreaded
driver software for interactive configuration and data acquisition on
Windows OSs. Use NI-DAQmx to test channels, generate code, and
apply custom scaling to any of your measurements. All NI data
acquisition devices shipped with NI-DAQmx also include VI Logger
Lite configuration-based data-logging software.
Ordering Information
NI USB-9221
Screw Terminals ........................................................779439-61
D-Sub Connector......................................................779446-61
Accessories
NI 9934 ......................................................................779164-61
Recommended Accessories
The USB-9221 has built-in screw terminals or a D-Sub connector
option that connects to the NI 9934 strain relief accessory, or any
other standard 25-pin D-Sub connector.
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For complete product specifications, pricing, and accessory
information, call (800) 813 3693 (U.S. only) or go to ni.com/oem.