PXIe-6368

The PXIe‑6368 is a simultaneous sampling, multifunction DAQ device. It offers analog I/O, digital I/O, four 32‑bit counters, and analog and digital triggering. Onboard NI‑STC3 timing and synchronization technology delivers advanced timing functionality, including independent analog and digital timing engines and retriggerable measurement tasks. The PXIe‑6368 is ideal for a variety of applications, such as IF digitization; transient recording; ISDN, ADSL, and POTS manufacturing test in the telecom industry; ultrasound and sonar testing; and high-energy physics. The included NI‑DAQmx driver and configuration utility simplify configuration and measurements.

Part Number(s): 781058-01

Applications and Use Cases of PXIe-6368

The PXIe-6368 Multifunction I/O Module is a high-performance multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) module for PXI Express systems. It combines analog input, analog output, digital I/O, and counter/timer functions in one compact module, making it suitable for demanding test, measurement, automation, and control applications.

1. High-Speed Data Acquisition
PXIe-6368 is widely used for acquiring high-speed analog and digital signals from sensors, instruments, and electronic devices, delivering accurate and synchronized data collection.

2. Sensor and Transducer Measurement
It is suitable for measuring various physical signals such as voltage, current, temperature, pressure, vibration, displacement, and other sensor outputs for monitoring and analysis.

3. Industrial Automation and Process Control
With integrated analog and digital I/O, PXIe-6368 is ideal for process monitoring, actuator control, system feedback, and closed-loop automation testing.

4. Digital I/O and Embedded System Validation
Its digital I/O capability supports testing of embedded systems, logic circuits, relays, switches, and control interfaces, making it useful in both development and production environments.

5. Counter/Timer and Motion Applications
The built-in counter/timer functions can be used for encoder measurements, pulse generation, event counting, frequency measurement, and motion-related control applications.

6. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Simulation
PXIe-6368 is commonly used in HIL systems where synchronized analog and digital signal generation/acquisition is required to emulate real-world operating conditions.

7. Research, Development, and Engineering Testing
It is widely adopted in research labs, universities, and engineering teams for prototype validation, experimental testing, and flexible multifunction I/O applications.