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250–400 kS/s · Isolation options

Multifunction

For when 100 kS/s runs out. Sixteen to thirty-two inputs at 250 kS/s, or 400 kS/s on the 6212 and 6216, with two 16-bit outputs, up to 32 digital lines and 60 V channel-to-ground isolation on the 6215, 6216 and 6218 — enough to sit on a machine frame without dragging the noise in.

  • 16–32 SE · 16-bit
  • 250–400 kS/s
  • 8–32 DIO · 2 counters
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Why this tier

  • More channels, and two-and-a-half times the speed

    Jumping from the low-cost tier buys you 16 or 32 inputs sampling at 250 kS/s — 400 kS/s on the USB-6212 and USB-6216 — fast enough to catch current ripple on a motor drive or the edge of a switching event without reaching for an oscilloscope.

  • Isolated where it counts

    The 6215, 6216 and 6218 put 60 V of channel-to-ground isolation between your laptop and the machine. The ground loop stops at the module instead of turning into a noise floor problem.

  • Two 32-bit counters at 80 MHz

    Encoder position, flow pulses, event counting and frequency measurement — all four on one module, without giving up an analog channel to do it.

  • Screw, BNC or mass termination

    Pick the wiring that matches the harness you already have. BNC versions connect straight to IEPE sensors; mass termination keeps 32 channels in one connector.

Models in this tier

All models share the same driver and software support. Terminal options vary — check the Terminal column in the table below.

ModelAnalog inputResolutionMax sample rateAnalog outputDigital I/OCountersTerminal
USB-621016 fast inputs, no analog output — the lowest-cost way to 250 kS/s.16 SE / 8 DI16-bit250 kS/s—82 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew terminal / OEM
USB-6211Adds two 16-bit analog outputs to the 6210 platform.16 SE / 8 DI16-bit250 kS/s2 × 16-bit82 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew terminal / OEM
USB-6212The balanced configuration: 16 inputs, 2 outputs, 32 digital lines.16 SE / 8 DI16-bit400 kS/s2 × 16-bit322 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew / BNC / mass termination
USB-6215Isolated 16-input version for noisy machine environments.16 SE / 8 DI16-bit250 kS/s2 × 16-bit82 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew terminal
USB-6216Isolated, with the full 32 digital lines of the 6212.16 SE / 8 DI16-bit400 kS/s2 × 16-bit322 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew terminal / BNC
USB-6218Isolated and 32 inputs wide — the 6229 with isolation instead of 1.25 MS/s.32 SE / 16 DI16-bit250 kS/s2 × 16-bit162 × 32-bit, 80 MHzScrew terminal / mass termination

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Specifications

Analog input
Channels16 SE / 8 DI · 32 SE / 16 DI on the USB-6218
Resolution16-bit
Max sample rate250 kS/s (USB-6210/6211/6215/6218) · 400 kS/s (USB-6212/6216), single channel
Input ranges±10 V, ±5 V, ±1 V, ±0.2 V
Isolation60 V channel-to-ground on the USB-6215 / 6216 / 6218
CouplingDC
TimingHardware timed, with an onboard sample clock
Analog output
Channels2 · none on the USB-6210
Resolution16-bit
Update rate250 kS/s
Output range±10 V
Output current±5 mA
Digital I/O and counters
Digital lines8 — four in, four out (USB-6210/6211/6215) · 16 — eight in, eight out (USB-6218) · 32 (USB-6212/6216)
DirectionIndividually configurable per line
Logic level5 V TTL / CMOS compatible
Counters2 × 32-bit, 80 MHz
Bus, power and physical
BusUSB 2.0 high speed
PowerUSB bus powered; external supply recommended above 16 channels
TerminalScrew terminal, BNC or mass termination, depending on part number
MountingDIN-rail or panel mount kit
DimensionsSee datasheet
Environment and compliance
Operating temperature0 to 45 °C
Storage temperature−40 to 70 °C
ComplianceCE · FCC · RoHS
Warranty2 years

Specifications are summarised for selection purposes. Always confirm against the current datasheet for the exact part number before design freeze.

Typical use cases

  • Motor and drive current analysis
  • Machine condition monitoring
  • Automotive bench and component test
  • Strain, pressure and load measurement

Software & drivers

One driver covers the whole range. Install it once and every model on this page appears in Measurement & Automation Explorer.

  • NI-DAQmx compatible driver
  • LabVIEW
  • Python (nidaqmx)
  • C / C++
  • C# / .NET
  • MATLAB
Drivers & software

Wiring & pinout

Pinout drawings and connector definitions are in the download section, together with sample code for every supported language.

Pinouts & CAD

Downloads for this tier

  • Multifunction datasheet — USB-6210 / 6211 / 6212 / 6215 / 6216 / 6218 Datasheets · PDF Request

Other tiers

Bus powered · Lowest cost per station

Entry Level

8 analog or 24 digital lines · 12/14-bit · up to 48 kS/s · No external supply needed

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16-bit upgrade path · Up to 100 kS/s

Low Cost

8 SE / 4 DI · 14 or 16-bit · 20 / 50 / 100 kS/s · 13 DIO · or 96 on the 6509

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Up to 1.25 MS/s · 24-bit IEPE

High Performance

4–80 channels · 16/24-bit · Up to 1.25 MS/s · Built-in IEPE conditioning

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