National Instruments PCI-5112

The National Instruments PCI-5112 is a high-performance digitizer designed for use in various industrial and laboratory applications. With a maximum bandwidth of 100 MHz and a real-time sample rate reaching up to 100 MS/s, this device provides exceptional data acquisition capabilities. It supports two single-ended sampled channels and offers two on-board memory options: 16 MB per channel (Part Number: 778076-01) and 32 MB per channel with Multi-Record Capture Mode (Part Number: 778073-01). The PCI-5112 features a calibrated vertical range of ±25 mV to ±25 V, with 10% step values and offset ranges also calibrated for accuracy. Its DC accuracy is ±2.5% based on the range setting, and it maintains an offset accuracy of ±0.5%.

Designed for efficient waveform capturing, the PCI-5112 digitizer processes large data sets faster than conventional GPIB instruments, enabling quicker measurements. It incorporates a hold-off time from 100 µs to 171.79 s and a trigger resolution of 1,000 steps consistent across the full-scale voltage range. The device includes several connectivity options, featuring two BNC female connectors, one SMB female connector, and a 9-pin DIN I/O connector. It operates effectively within a temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C and can be stored in environments ranging from -20 °C to 70 °C, with a humidity tolerance of 10% to 90% non-condensing.

Measuring 10 cm x 17.5 cm, the PCI-5112 consumes power at rates of 0.5 A at +3.3 VDC, 1.5 A at +5 VDC, 80 mA at +12 VDC, and 120 mA at -12 VDC. Although National Instruments has announced the obsolescence of the PCI-5112, it remains available for purchase and service through Apex Waves. The product includes a three-year warranty and access to user and maintenance manuals for further details on operation and care.