The Scientific Test 6008 is a multifunction USB data acquisition device that combines analog input/output, digital I/O, and counter capabilities in a compact, bus-powered form factor. Designed for laboratory measurement, data logging, and embedded OEM applications, it delivers 8 single-ended or 4 differential analog input channels at 10 kS/s aggregate sampling with 12-bit differential or 11-bit single-ended resolution. Two 12-bit analog output channels operate at up to 150 Hz across 0 to 5 V ranges. The device features 12 individually configurable digital I/O lines, a 32-bit counter with software or external triggering, and hardware overvoltage protection to ±35 V. Full-Speed USB connectivity eliminates external power supplies—typical current draw is 80 mA with 500 mA maximum. Screw-terminal connectors accept 16 to 28 AWG wiring, and the 84 g (with connectors) profile fits lab benches and portable test setups. Operating range spans 0 °C to 45 °C with 10% to 90% RH non-condensing humidity.
Technical Specifications
Analog Input
• 8 single-ended (±10 V range) or 4 differential channels
• 12-bit resolution (differential), 11-bit (single-ended)
• 10 kS/s maximum aggregate sampling rate
• Differential ranges: ±20 V, ±10 V, ±5 V, ±4 V, ±2.5 V, ±2 V, ±1.25 V, ±1 V
• Input impedance: 144 kΩ
• System noise: 5 mVrms (±20 V differential); 0.5 mVrms (±1 V differential); 5 mVrms (±10 V single-ended)
• Overvoltage protection: ±35 V
• AI FIFO: 512 bytes
Analog Output
• 2 channels, 12-bit resolution
• Output range: 0 to 5 V
• Maximum output rate: 150 Hz
Digital I/O
• 12 lines, individually configurable as input or output
• Port 0: channels 0–7; Port 1: channels 0–3
Counter & Triggering
• 32-bit counter
• Software or external digital trigger via PFI 0
Power & Interfaces
• USB bus-powered: 4.10 to 5.25 VDC
• Typical current: 80 mA; maximum: 500 mA
• Full-Speed USB with series B receptacle
• Two 16-position screw-terminal headers (0.22–0.25 N·m torque)
Physical
• Dimensions: 81.8 mm × 85.1 mm × 23.1 mm (with connectors)
• Weight: 84 g (with connectors)
– Key Features
• Plug-and-play USB connectivity—no external power supply required
• Successive approximation converter with 512-byte input buffer
• Low-noise analog frontend: 0.5 mVrms in ±1 V range
• Flexible triggering: software-initiated or hardware edge-triggered acquisition
• Compact form factor for portable and bench-top applications
– Typical Applications
Data logging, academic research, sensor measurement, embedded system integration, signal conditioning prototyping, and real-time process monitoring.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported by NI-DAQmx driver software, LabVIEW, LabVIEW SignalExpress, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio (C#, Visual Studio .NET, ANSI C).
