The NI PXI-6713 is a high-speed analog output module for PXI and CompactPCI chassis, delivering eight simultaneous multichannel updates at up to 1 MS/s per channel. Built for automated testing, control systems, and signal simulation, this 12-bit DAC module generates precise waveforms across a -10 V to 10 V range with deterministic timing control.
Technical Specifications
• Analog Output Channels: 8
• Resolution: 12 bits
• Maximum Update Rate: 1 MS/s per channel
• Output Voltage Range: -10 V to 10 V
• FIFO Buffer: 16,384 samples
• Digital I/O Lines: 8 × 5 V TTL/CMOS
• Counter/Timers: 2 × 24-bit at 20 MHz
• Time-Base: Internal 20 MHz or external via RTSI bus
• Triggering: Digital triggering and external clocking supported
• Programmable Function Interface: 10 bidirectional PFI lines (PFI0–PFI9)
• Dimensions: 6.3 × 3.9 inches
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 50 °C
• Storage Temperature: -20 to 70 °C
– Key Features
• Eight independent DAC channels with simultaneous updates
• External reference input for all analog output channels
• 16,384-sample FIFO minimizes CPU overhead during continuous generation
• Digital I/O connector supplies 5 V from PC control supply with self-resetting wire
• Hybrid slot PXI connector for direct chassis integration
• Dual 24-bit counters provide flexible timing and synchronization
– Typical Applications
• Automated test equipment (ATE) for signal generation
• Real-time control systems requiring deterministic analog outputs
• Multifunction waveform synthesis and arbitrary waveform generation
• Synchronized multichannel signal simulation
– Compatibility & Integration
The PXI-6713 operates within NI-DAQmx driver framework and integrates with LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, VirtualBench, MATLAB, Python, ANSI C, and C#.NET environments. Fits any PXI or CompactPCI chassis supporting hybrid slot modules.
