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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS NI 9421/9423 8-Channel Sinking Digital Input Modules Français Deutsch ni.com/manuals...
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National Instruments 9423 and includes specifications and terminal assignments for the NI 9421/9423. In this document, the NI 9421 with screw terminal, NI 9421 with DSUB, and NI 9423 are referred to inclusively as the NI 9421/9423. Visit ni.com/...
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Make sure that devices and circuits connected to Caution the module are properly insulated from human contact. When module terminals are hazardous voltage Caution LIVE (>42.4 V /60 VDC), you must ensure that devices and circuits connected to the module are properly insulated from human contact.
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Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors Caution unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous. Do not remove modules unless power has been Caution switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous. Substitution of components may impair Caution suitability for Class I, Division 2.
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Connecting the NI 9421/9423 The NI 9421/9423 provides connections for eight digital input channels. Figure 2. NI 9421/9423 Terminal and Pin Assignments NI 9421/9423 ni.com...
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Connect the output of the sourcing-output device to DI on the NI 9421/9423. Connect the common of the external device to the COM terminal or pin. Refer to Figure 3 for an illustration of connecting a device to the NI 9421/9423. Sourcing-Output Device External...
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Wiring for High-Vibration Applications If an application using the NI 9421/9423 with screw terminal is subject to high vibration, National Instruments recommends that you either use ferrules to terminate wires to the detachable screw-terminal connector or use the NI 9932 backshell kit to protect the connections.
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C unless otherwise noted. The specifications are the same for the NI 9421 and the NI 9423 unless otherwise noted. All voltages are relative to COM unless otherwise noted.
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I/O protection Input voltage NI 9421 ........ 40 V max NI 9423 ........ 35 V max Reverse-biased voltage ....–30 V max Input current NI 9421 ........ 7 mA max, internally limited NI 9423 ........ 8.5 mA max, internally limited Input delay time NI 9421........
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NI 9423........979,623 hours at 25 °C; Bellcore Issue 2, Method 1, Case 3, Limited Part Stress Method Contact NI for Bellcore MTBF specifications Note at other temperatures or for MIL-HDBK-217F specifications. NI 9421 Power Requirements Power consumption from chassis Active mode .......
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Weight NI 9421/9423 with screw-terminal ......150 g (5.3 oz) NI 9421 with DSUB....145 g (5.1 oz) Safety NI 9421/9423 with Screw-Terminal Safety Voltages Connect only voltages that are within the following limits. Channel-to-COM ......30 V max Isolation Channel-to-channel ....
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measurements of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. Do not connect the NI 9421 with DSUB to Note signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.
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For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this Note product, refer to the Online Product Certification section. For EMC compliance, operate this device with Note double-shielded cables. CE Compliance This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives as follows: •...
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18 shocks at 6 orientations Environmental National Instruments C Series modules are intended for indoor use only but may be used outdoors if installed in a suitable enclosure. Refer to the manual for the chassis you are using for more information about meeting these specifications.
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Maximum altitude......2,000 m Pollution Degree ....... 2 Environmental Management National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.
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Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support. At you have access to ni.com/support everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers.
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