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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS NI 9477 32-Channel, 0–60 V, Sinking Digital Output Module Français Deutsch ni.com/manuals Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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This document describes how to use the National Instruments 9477 and includes specifications and pin assignments for the NI 9477. Visit and enter to determine ni.com/info rdsoftwareversion which software you need for the modules you are using. For information about installing, configuring, and programming the system, refer to the system documentation.
Touching this component may result in bodily injury. Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The NI 9477 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nC IIC T4, and Ex nC IIC T4 hazardous locations;...
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II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of –40 °C ≤Ta ≤70 °C. If you are using the NI 9477 in Gas Group IIC hazardous locations, you must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as Ex nC IIC T4, EEx nC IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.
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Connecting the NI 9477 The NI 9477 has a 37-pin DSUB connector that provides connections for 32 digital output channels. DO16 DO17 DO18 DO19 DO20 DO21 DO22 DO23 DO24 DO25 DO10 DO26 DO11 DO27 DO12 DO28 DO13 DO29 DO14 DO30...
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Each channel of the NI 9477 has a DO pin to which you can connect a digital input device, and the module also has four COM pins. The NI 9477 has current sinking outputs, meaning the DO pin is driven to COM when the channel is turned on.
– Supply NI 9477 Figure 2. Connecting a Device to the NI 9477 Increasing Current Drive Each channel has a continuous output current of 1 A. If you want to increase the output current to a device, you can connect any number of channels together in parallel.
Inductive Flyback Device Diode External Power – Supply NI 9477 Figure 4. Connecting a Flyback Diode to the NI 9477 NI 9477 Operating Instructions and Specifications ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
This category is for The maximum voltage that can be applied or output between a channel and COM without creating a safety hazard. NI 9477 Operating Instructions and Specifications ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. Do not connect the NI 9477 to signals or use Caution for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.
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UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1 For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the Note product label or the Online Product Certification section. NI 9477 Operating Instructions and Specifications ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Operating shock (IEC 60068-2-27)......30 g, 11 ms half sine, 50 g, 3 ms half sine, 18 shocks at 6 orientations NI 9477 Operating Instructions and Specifications ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...