The NI BNC-2080 is an analog breakout board that provides direct signal access from National Instruments DAQ devices through BNC connectors. It simplifies field connectivity while minimizing noise interference and supports both analog and digital signals across multiple platform architectures.
Technical Specifications
Electrical Performance
• Typical current consumption: 12 mA at +5 VDC
• Maximum current draw: 750 mA from host computer
• +5 V line protection: 750 mA fuse
Analog Configuration
• Configurable for 8 differential or 16 single-ended input channels
Physical Dimensions
• 7.9 x 4.9 x 1.725 inches
– Key Features
Field Connectivity
• 24 female BNC connectors for signal access
• 2 IDC50 connectors for DAQ board interface
• Signal-labeled connectors for rapid identification
User-Defined Signal Conditioning
The board includes silkscreened areas for component placement, enabling implementation of voltage dividers and single-pole low-pass and high-pass filters. Two additional user-defined connection sites support custom signal conditioning circuits.
– Typical Applications
Ideal for DAQ systems requiring direct analog signal access with external signal conditioning, noise reduction through BNC shielding, and flexible filter topologies customized to application requirements.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported DAQ Platforms
• NI multifunction DAQ boards
• MIO-16 series boards
• LPM-16 series boards
• Macintosh NuBus (NB Series) DAQ boards
• PC/XT/AT and compatible computer DAQ boards
• IBM PS/2 Micro Channel (MC Series) DAQ boards
Operating Systems
• Windows
• MAC
Cable Options
Available with integrated 1.0 m cable or as standalone board (part number 776579-90).
