- 1. Product descriptionThe USB-6009 is a low-cost, versatile data acquisition (DAQ) device from National Instruments (NI). The USB-6009 connects to a computer via a USB port, providing users with analog input, analog output, and digital I/O capabilities. The USB-6009 is designed to provide an affordable solution for educational, hobbyist, and simple industrial and portable data acquisition applications. The USB-6009’s ease of use and flexibility make it ideal for rapid prototyping, experimentation, and basic control tasks.2. Product parameters
Parameter Name Value/Description
Number of analog input channels 8 single-ended or 4 differential
Analog input resolution 14 bits
Maximum analog input sampling rate 48 kS/s (Single channel)
Analog input voltage range ±10 V
Number of analog output channels 2
Analog output resolution 12 bits
Analog output voltage range 0 V to 5 V
Number of digital I/O channels 12 (configurable as input or output)
Digital I/O logic level 5 V TTL
Digital I/O maximum output current ±8.5 mA/ channel, ±200 mA total current
Digital I/O Maximum input current ±8.5 mA/ channel
Counter/Timer 1 32-bit counter
Bus port USB 2.0 Full speed
Power Supply USB bus power supply
Operating temperature 0 °C to 45 °C
Storage temperature -20 °C to 70 °C
Humidity 10% to 90% Relative humidity, non-condensing
Size 8.5cm x 8.5cm x 2.1cm (approx)
Weight 71 g (approx.)
Software support NI-DAQmx (including LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, etc.)
- 3. Advantages and characteristicsThe USB-6009 data acquisition device has the following significant advantages and features:Low cost: As a NI entry level DAQ device, the USB-6009 is affordable and suitable for projects on a limited budget.
Easy to use: Plug and play via USB interface, with NI-DAQmx driver and software, programming is simple and convenient.
Versatility: Analog input, analog output, and digital I/O capabilities are provided in a compact device for a variety of essential data acquisition and control needs.
USB bus power supply: No external power supply, easy to carry and use in mobile applications.
Extensive software support: compatible with NI LabVIEW, Python, C/C++ and other programming languages, convenient for users to develop software.
Compact and lightweight: Small in size and light in weight, easy to integrate into a variety of systems or for portable applications.
Reliability: As an NI product, USB-6009 has certain quality assurance and reliability.
4. Application fields and application casesThe USB-6009 data acquisition device is suitable for a wide range of applications:
Education and training: For the experimental teaching of electronics, physics, automation and other majors.
Hobbies and DIY projects: for personal projects such as robot control, environmental monitoring, and home automation.
Simple data recording: used to record static or low-speed changes in temperature, humidity, voltage and other signals.
Sensor testing: Used to test the performance and characteristics of various sensors.
Basic control applications: for simple switch control, motor control, etc.
Portable data acquisition: Due to the USB-powered and small size, it is suitable for scenarios that require mobile data acquisition.
