cDAQ-9173 Compact USB Chassis

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            cDAQ-9173 Compact USB Chassis
                    The NI USB chassis is designed to host up to eight C series I/O modules for modular and scalable data acquisition (DAQ) systems
    

Image of NI cDAQ-9173 Compact USB Chassis The cDAQ-9173 from National Instruments is a compact, high-performance USB chassis designed to host up to eight C series I/O modules for modular and scalable DAQ systems. Engineered for flexibility and portability, the cDAQ-9173 enables users to build custom measurement systems tailored to a wide range of applications, from laboratory testing to industrial monitoring.

This USB-powered chassis supports hot-swappable modules and offers direct integration with the LabVIEW and DAQmx software environments, ensuring seamless configuration, control, and data analysis. With a rugged design and a small footprint, the cDAQ-9173 is ideal for both benchtop and embedded applications where space and power efficiency are critical.

The chassis features a high-speed USB 2.0 interface, onboard timing and synchronization capabilities, and support for analog, digital, and counter/timer modules. It also includes built-in signal conditioning and isolation, which enhances measurement accuracy and system safety. Whether developing a prototype or deploying a field-ready system, the cDAQ-9173 offers the reliability and performance needed for modern DAQ tasks.

Features

Supports up to eight C series I/O modules
USB 2.0 interface for high-speed data transfer
Compact and portable design (approx. 7.4" x 3.5" x 3.5")
USB bus-powered, no external power supply required
Hot-swappable module support
Integrated signal conditioning and isolation
Compatible with NI LabVIEW and DAQmx
5 V, 1 A power output for external devices
13.3 W maximum power consumption
-20°C to +55°C operating temperature range
30 g shock and 5 g vibration tolerance
Built-in timing and synchronization features
CE, FCC, and RoHS compliant
Ideal for mixed-signal measurement systems
Plug-and-play configuration with NI software

Applications

Laboratory data acquisition
Industrial monitoring
Environmental testing
Structural health monitoring
Automotive diagnostics
Aerospace component testing
Educational labs
Portable measurement systems
Embedded control systems
Energy and power monitoring
Biomedical signal acquisition
Process automation
Vibration and acoustic analysis
Research and development
Field data logging