NI cDAQ-9174 CompactDAQ USB Chassis
The NI cDAQ-9174 is a 4-slot CompactDAQ USB chassis designed for flexible data acquisition, sensor measurement, laboratory testing, and industrial monitoring applications. Developed by National Instruments, the cDAQ-9174 provides a compact and reliable platform for integrating multiple NI C Series I/O modules into automated measurement systems.
The cDAQ-9174 connects to a computer through USB communication and supports multiple C Series modules, allowing engineers to build customized measurement systems for voltage, temperature, digital signals, and various sensor inputs.
With its compact design, multi-module capability, and easy software integration, the cDAQ-9174 is widely used in engineering research, production testing, education, and industrial measurement applications.
Key Features of NI cDAQ-9174
4-Slot CompactDAQ USB Chassis Architecture
The cDAQ-9174 provides four C Series module slots, enabling engineers to create flexible and scalable data acquisition systems.
- 4 C Series module slots
- USB-based communication
- Compact modular design
- Supports mixed signal measurement systems
- Suitable for portable and laboratory applications
Flexible C Series Module Compatibility
The cDAQ-9174 supports a wide range of NI C Series modules for different measurement requirements.
- Analog input modules
- Analog output modules
- Digital input/output modules
- Temperature measurement modules
- Sensor interface modules
USB Data Acquisition Connectivity
The cDAQ-9174 provides simple USB connectivity for direct connection to computers and measurement systems.
- Easy plug-and-play connection
- Fast configuration
- Suitable for desktop measurement systems
- Reduced system complexity
Portable Measurement Capability
The compact design of the cDAQ-9174 makes it suitable for mobile and flexible measurement applications.
- Small footprint
- Easy deployment
- Portable testing capability
- Suitable for field measurement
Software Integration
The cDAQ-9174 works with National Instruments software tools for measurement configuration, data acquisition, and analysis.
- LabVIEW support
- NI-DAQmx driver support
- NI MAX configuration
- Python and C/C++ support
Applications of NI cDAQ-9174
Laboratory Data Acquisition
The cDAQ-9174 provides a flexible platform for engineering laboratories requiring multi-channel measurement capability.
- Research experiments
- Prototype testing
- Signal measurement
- Engineering development
Industrial Measurement
The cDAQ-9174 is suitable for industrial systems requiring reliable sensor monitoring and data collection.
- Equipment monitoring
- Process measurement
- Condition monitoring
- Industrial testing
Sensor Measurement Systems
Combined with C Series modules, the cDAQ-9174 can acquire signals from multiple sensor types.
- Temperature measurement
- Voltage measurement
- Pressure monitoring
- Strain measurement
Automated Test Systems
The cDAQ-9174 can be integrated into automated measurement systems for electronic validation and testing.
- Functional testing
- Electronic verification
- Production measurement
- Automated data logging
Software Support
The cDAQ-9174 supports National Instruments software platforms for complete data acquisition development.
- LabVIEW
- NI-DAQmx
- NI MAX
- SignalExpress
- Python
- C/C++
Technical Specifications of cDAQ-9174
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | CompactDAQ USB Chassis |
| Platform | CompactDAQ |
| Slots | 4 C Series module slots |
| Communication | USB Interface |
| Module Support | NI C Series I/O modules |
| Applications | Data acquisition, sensor measurement, laboratory testing, industrial monitoring |
Comparison with Similar CompactDAQ Chassis
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
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NI cDAQ-9174 | 4-slot USB CompactDAQ chassis for multi-module data acquisition systems. | Laboratory and industrial measurement |
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NI cDAQ-9178 | Higher-capacity CompactDAQ USB chassis supporting more C Series modules. | Large multi-channel measurement systems |
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NI cDAQ-9171 | Compact single-module USB CompactDAQ chassis. | Simple portable measurement applications |
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NI cDAQ-9170 | Compact USB CompactDAQ platform for flexible sensor measurement. | Portable data acquisition systems |
Recommended Related Products
The following products are commonly used with the cDAQ-9174 to build complete CompactDAQ data acquisition systems.
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NI cDAQ-9178 | Higher-capacity CompactDAQ USB chassis for larger multi-channel measurement applications. |
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NI cDAQ-9188 | Ethernet CompactDAQ chassis for distributed remote data acquisition systems. |
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NI-9215 | C Series analog input module for voltage measurement and sensor data acquisition. |
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NI-9205 | High-channel-count analog input module for multi-signal measurement applications. |
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NI-9472 | C Series digital output module for industrial control and automation applications. |
Why Choose NI cDAQ-9174
- 4-slot CompactDAQ USB measurement platform
- Supports multiple C Series modules
- Flexible sensor measurement capability
- Easy integration with LabVIEW and NI-DAQmx
- Suitable for laboratory and industrial testing
- Ideal for multi-channel data acquisition systems
Conclusion
The NI cDAQ-9174 CompactDAQ USB Chassis provides a flexible and reliable platform for engineers developing multi-channel data acquisition and measurement systems.
With four C Series module slots, USB connectivity, software integration, and scalable measurement capability, the cDAQ-9174 is an excellent choice for laboratory testing, industrial monitoring, sensor measurement, and automated data acquisition applications.
