NI+GPIB-140A

Description

The NI GPIB-140A module is a product from National Instruments (NI) designed for communication with instruments and devices using the General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB), also known as IEEE 488. This interface is widely used in test and measurement applications.

### Product Name:

**NI GPIB-140A Interface Module**

### Product Description:

The NI GPIB-140A is an IEEE 488.1/IEEE 488.2 compliant GPIB interface designed for connecting computers to a variety of instrumentation devices. This module enables communication and control of instruments over the GPIB bus, allowing for automated data acquisition, instrument control, and test execution. The GPIB-140A offers reliable, high-speed data transfer and is compatible with a wide range of NI software tools for efficient data logging and measurement.

### Product Parameters and Specifications:

– **Interface Type:** GPIB (IEEE 488)
– **Compliance:** IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards
– **Data Transfer Rate:** Up to 1 MB/s
– **Number of Connectable Devices:** Up to 15 devices on the bus
– **Connector Type:** 24-pin connector for GPIB
– **Maximum Bus Length:** 20 meters (depending on cable type and device loading)
– **Power Supply:** Powered through the GPIB connection; no external power required
– **Operating Temperature Range:** 0 to 55°C
– **Dimensions:** Typically compact to fit in standard instrumentation racks or desktop use

### Product Use:

The NI GPIB-140A module is primarily used in laboratories, production environments, and academic settings for:

– Connecting multiple test and measurement instruments to a computer to automate data collection and analysis.
– Developing and running test sequences for electronic devices, ensuring they meet specifications and performance criteria.
– Integrating legacy equipment into modern setups that utilize National Instruments’ software environments, such as LabVIEW and TestStand.
– Providing access to a wide variety of test instruments like oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers via the GPIB protocol.

Its ease of use and compatibility with NA software makes it an essential tool for engineers and researchers working in automation and measurement systems.

NI+GPIB-140A