This document explains how to connect to the NI 9224. Before you begin, complete the software and Note hardware installation procedures in your chassis documentation. The guidelines in this document are specific to Note the NI 9224. The other components in the system might not meet the same safety ratings.
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Channel-to-earth ground isolation Up to 2,000 m altitude Continuous 250 Vrms, Measurement Category II Withstand 3,000 Vrms, verified by a 5 s dielectric test Up to 5,000 m altitude Continuous 60 VDC, Measurement Category I Withstand 1,000 Vrms , verified by a 5 s dielectric test Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to the electrical distribution system...
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages If hazardous voltages are connected to the device, take the following precautions. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than 42.4 Vpk voltage or 60 VDC to earth ground. Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is Caution performed only by qualified personnel adhering to local electrical standards.
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Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and Internationally The NI 9224 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under DEMKO 12 ATEX 1202658X and is IECEx UL 14.0089X certified. Each NI 9224 is marked II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of -40 °C ≤...
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage Caution the NI 9224. To prevent damage either install the NI 9939 screw terminal connector backshell kit or employ industry-standard ESD prevention measures during installation, maintenance, and operation. To ensure the specified EMC performance, Caution operate this product with twisted-pair cables.
Floating Connections Signal Source – AI– NI 9224 NI 9224 Connection Guidelines • Make sure that devices you connect to the NI 9224 are compatible with the module specifications. • You must use 2-wire ferrules to create a secure connection when connecting more than one wire to a single terminal on the NI 9224.
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Installing the NI 9939 What to Use • NI 9939 screw terminal connector backshell kit • 0.05 mm to 1.5 mm (30 AWG to 14 AWG) wire with 6 mm (0.24 in.) of the insulation stripped • Slotted screwdriver 16 | ni.com | NI 9224 Getting Started Guide...
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2. Route the wire through the NI 9939 opening and remove slack from the wiring. 3. Install the Backshell Top Enclosure (1) to the Backshell Bottom Enclosure (3). 4. Place the Label (5) in the Label Carrier (4) and attach onto the backshell.
and tighten the screw. Make sure no exposed wire extends past the screw terminal. 2. Route the wire through the NI 9939 opening, remove slack from the wiring, and secure wires using the Cable Retainer (6) and tighten the Screws (7). 3.
Where to Go Next CompactRIO NI CompactDAQ NI 9224 Datasheet NI 9224 Datasheet NI-RIO Help NI-DAQmx Help LabVIEW FPGA Help LabVIEW Help RELATED INFORMATION C Series Documentation Services & Resources ni.com/services ni.com/info cseriesdoc Located at ni.com/manuals Installs with the software 22 | ni.com | NI 9224 Getting Started Guide...
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