How to input T/C's into a PXI chassis

[TMac 5437]

I have a PXI 1031 chassis with a PXI-8310 USB interface and would like to use that to input about 30 channels of thermocouples in addition to 6 analog inputs with 2 analog outputs.

The analog inputs and outputs are not a problem but I need some assistance with the thermocouple information.

Is there a PXI module that can do this directly, or do I need hardware and software to accomplish this?

We are running Windows 2002XP w/service pack 2

[Jordan F]

Hi,

I am not sure what modules you have in your PXI chassis currently but there is not any specific thermocouple modules that are a PXI form factor.  However, you can use an analog input module and then create a custom scale that converts the resultant voltage to temperature.  The link below is a list of all the different analog input modules available to use with your chassis.  You can use this same search to find a module that has the desired number of analog outputs also.

Find the Right Data Acquisition Product

I would recommend if you are unfamiliar with our different devices and software to call National Instruments support.  We can give you a better idea of the what we have available before you purchase any devices. 

Message Edited by Jordan F on 04-23-2009 05:02 PM