The National Instruments ENET-9163 is a Wireless/Ethernet Carrier designed to facilitate versatile measurement and control applications across multiple platforms, including CompactRIO and CompactDAQ. Featuring Ethernet connectivity and two digital PFI lines, this single-module carrier supports a wide range of C Series modules such as RTDs, microphones, accelerometers, thermocouples, current transducers, and strain gauges. With over 50 available C Series modules, users can integrate advanced signal conditioning and direct sensor connections for measurements of strain, temperature, voltage, current, and acceleration.

The ENET-9163 ensures rapid data acquisition via Ethernet, requiring a standard Category 5 Ethernet cable for connectivity, which can be easily connected to an Ethernet switch, hub, or directly to a computer. It supports an analog input FIFO size of 4095 samples for greater than 16 bits and 8191 samples for less than or equal to 16 bits, with a maximum aggregate sampling rate of 5 MS/s. The carrier incorporates a sophisticated analog input timing controller that allows synchronization and timing signals to be accessed through the PFI lines, facilitating precise measurement capabilities depending on the C Series module inserted, which automatically configures channel settings, number of channels, gain, and sample rate.

Weighing 8.5 ounces and measuring 7.18 x 3.75 x 1.50 inches, the ENET-9163 operates within an ambient temperature range of 0 to 55 °C, with a storage temperature range of -10 to 70 °C. Although the ENET-9163 is designated as an obsolete product by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repair through Apex Waves.