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NI PXIe-6535

The NI PXIe-6535 is a high-performance digital I/O module designed for PXIe (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation Express) systems, part of National Instruments’ suite of modular instrumentation products. It provides advanced capabilities for digital data acquisition and control, with a focus on high-speed operations and flexibility.

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Technical Specifications

  • Number of Channels:
    • Total Channels: 32 digital I/O channels
  • I/O Voltage Levels:
    • Input Voltage Range: 0 to 5 V
    • Output Voltage Levels: 0 to 5 V (TTL)
  • I/O Type:
    • Digital Input/Output: TTL (Transistor-Transistor Logic)
  • I/O Characteristics:
    • Input: 5 V tolerant
    • Output Drive Current: 24 mA per channel (sink or source)
  • Timing and Control:
    • Update Rate: Up to 50 MHz (depending on system configuration and bus speed)
    • Timing Modes: Includes static, change detection, and pattern generation modes
  • Connector Type:
    • I/O Connector: 68-pin VHDCI (Very High Density Cable Interconnect) connector
  • Bus Interface:
    • PXIe interface for seamless integration with other PXIe modules and systems
  • Power Requirements:
    • Voltage: 3.3 V and 5 V (provided through the PXIe backplane)
  • Software Support:
    • Compatible with NI LabVIEW and other National Instruments software for programming and control

Functional Features

  • High-Speed Digital I/O:
    • The PXIe-6535 supports high-speed digital operations with update rates up to 50 MHz, allowing for rapid acquisition and control of digital signals.
  • High Channel Count:
    • Provides 32 digital I/O channels, enabling extensive data acquisition and control in a single module.
  • Flexible I/O Capabilities:
    • Supports TTL voltage levels for both input and output, suitable for a wide range of digital interfacing tasks.
  • High Drive Current:
    • Each channel can drive up to 24 mA, providing sufficient current to interface with TTL logic levels or other external circuitry.
  • Advanced Timing and Control:
    • Features various timing modes, including static, change detection, and pattern generation, for versatile digital signal handling.
  • Robust Connector:
    • Uses a 68-pin VHDCI connector, providing reliable and compact connectivity for external devices and systems.
  • Software Integration:
    • Fully supported by NI LabVIEW and other National Instruments software platforms, enabling efficient programming, system control, and data analysis.

Application Scenarios

  • Digital Data Acquisition:
    • Ideal for high-density digital data acquisition tasks, such as data logging, monitoring, and analysis.
  • Automated Testing:
    • Used in automated test systems to generate and monitor digital signals, enhancing high-throughput testing and validation processes.
  • Industrial Automation:
    • Suitable for interfacing with industrial control systems, sensors, and actuators in automation environments.
  • Embedded Systems:
    • Can be incorporated into embedded systems for real-time digital control and data acquisition tasks.
  • Simulation and Control:
    • Useful for simulation applications where precise control and generation of digital signals are required.
  • Prototyping and R&D:
    • Beneficial for prototyping and research and development projects involving digital signal processing and control.

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