National Instruments TB-2666 Installation Instructions Manual

National Instruments TB-2666 Installation Instructions Manual

Terminal block for the ni pxi-2566

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NI TB-2666
Terminal Block for the NI PXI-2566
Introduction
Caution
This terminal block is rated for Measurement Category I and intended to carry
signal voltages no greater than 150 V. This module can withstand up to 800 V impulse
voltage. Do not use this module for connection to signals or for measurements within
Categories II, III, or IV. Do not connect to MAINS supply circuits (for example, wall
outlets) of 115 or 230 VAC. Refer to the NI Switches Getting Started Guide for more
information on measurement categories.
When hazardous voltages (>42.4 V
low-voltage (≤42.4 V
Conventions
This guide describes how to install and connect signals to the
National Instruments TB-2666 terminal block. Refer to the NI Switches
Getting Started Guide to determine when to install the terminal block.
The TB-2666 terminal block installs in front of the PXI-2566 switch
module and has screw terminals that provide access to each of the 16 relays.
Connections for the trigger output and trigger input signals also are
available.
/60 VDC) are present on any relay terminal, safety
pk
/60 VDC) cannot be connected to any other relay terminal.
pk
The following conventions are used in this guide:
This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information.
This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to
avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash.

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  • Page 1 Getting Started Guide to determine when to install the terminal block. Introduction The TB-2666 terminal block installs in front of the PXI-2566 switch module and has screw terminals that provide access to each of the 16 relays. Connections for the trigger output and trigger input signals also are available.
  • Page 2 Store the terminal block in the antistatic package when not in use. 2. Verify the Components Make sure you have the following: ❑ TB-2666 terminal block ❑ PXI chassis ❑ PXI-2566 switch module ❑ 1/8 inch flathead screwdriver ❑ Wire cutter ❑ Wire insulation stripper NI TB-2666 Installation Instructions ni.com...
  • Page 3 Tighten the two 10-32 × 3/4 inch screws on the strain-relief bar, leaving enough space for your signal wires. Replace the terminal block top cover to the terminal block. 10. Secure the terminal block top cover with the top cover screws. © National Instruments Corporation NI TB-2666 Installation Instructions...
  • Page 4 2 Strain-Relief Opening 7 Terminal Block Top Cover 3 Strain-Relief Bar 8 Top Cover Screws × 9 Safety Ground Lug 4 10-32 3/4 Inch Screw 10 Screw Terminals 5 Chassis Screws Figure 1. TB-2666 Terminal Block NI TB-2666 Installation Instructions ni.com...
  • Page 5 NC COM NO NC COM NO NC COM NO CH 12 CH 13 CH 14 CH 15 3.3 V TRIGGERING 5.5 V MAX SHIELDED CABLE Figure 2. TB-2666 Terminal Block Signal Connections © National Instruments Corporation NI TB-2666 Installation Instructions...
  • Page 6 4. Install the Terminal Block To connect the TB-2666 terminal block to the PXI-2566 front panel, complete the following steps: Connect the PXI-2566 front connector to its mating connector on the terminal block. Tighten the top and bottom chassis screws on the back of the terminal block rear panel to hold it securely in place.
  • Page 7 Directive (EMC) ........89/336/EEC Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, click Declarations of Conformity Information at ni.com/certification © National Instruments Corporation NI TB-2666 Installation Instructions...
  • Page 8 National Instruments, NI, ni.com, and LabVIEW are trademarks of National Instruments Corporation. Refer to the Terms of Use section on ni.com/legal for more information about National Instruments trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering National Instruments products, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the patents.txt file on your CD, or ni.com/patents.

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