NI PCI-6013 B-Series Multifunction DAQ Card

The NI PCI-6013 B-Series Multifunction DAQ Card is a PCI-based data acquisition device built for OEM integration and research, design verification, laboratory automation, and manufacturing test environments. It delivers 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog input channels, 8 software-configurable digital I/O lines, and two 24-bit counters—all accessible via a 68-pin connector.

– Technical Specifications

Analog Input
• 16 single-ended or 8 differential channels (software-selectable per channel)
• 16-bit resolution with ±1.5 LSB typical accuracy (±3.0 LSB maximum)
• 200 kS/s guaranteed sampling rate via successive-approximation ADC
• Input voltage range: −10 V to +10 V
• Input impedance: 100 GΩ in parallel with 100 pF
• Maximum working voltage: ±11 V with respect to ground
• Minimum detectable change: 4 µV
• 512-sample on-board FIFO; 512-word configuration memory
• Overvoltage protection included
• Compatible with NI SCC signal conditioning modules

Digital I/O
• 8 independently configurable lines (input or output)
• TTL/CMOS logic levels; 0 V to 5 V maximum range
• 24 mA single-line drive; 192 mA aggregate current drive
• Bidirectional current flow (sinking and sourcing)
• High-impedance default state on startup or reset

Counters/Timers
• Two 24-bit counters accessible via DIO6 and DIO7
• 50 ns timing resolution maximum
• 20 MHz maximum source frequency
• Pulse generation supported
• 100 ppm timebase stability

Electrical & Interfaces
• PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.3 compatible
• DC input coupling
• Single DMA channel
• Requires external connector block, shielded cable, and driver software

– Key Features

• Software-selectable input topology (single-ended/differential) per channel
• High input impedance minimizes loading effects
• On-board FIFO reduces CPU overhead during sustained data acquisition
• DMA support for efficient high-speed transfers

– Typical Applications

• Sensor signal conditioning and monitoring in test stands
• Multi-channel industrial process measurement
• Counter/timer-based frequency and period measurement
• Digital control and signal routing in automated test equipment

– Compatibility & Integration

Supports Windows, Linux, Mac OS, and Real-Time operating systems. Third-party distribution available; no longer directly offered by National Instruments.