NI-9246

The NI‑9247 is designed to support direct ring lug connectivity to the three-phase high-current measurements of 1 A and 5 A current transformers (CTs). It is optimized for power, energy, and industrial applications. The safety features, certifications, input ranges, overvoltage ranges, and connectivity are well suited for applications such as power quality monitoring and metering, utility pole-mounted smart switches, utility pole-mounted smart grid reclosers, substation merging units, industrial machine measurements, health monitoring, predictive maintenance and prognostics, and phasor measurement units (PMUs).

Applications and Use Cases of NI-9246

The NI-9246 C Series Digital Output Module is a C Series module designed for industrial digital output (sourcing, 24 V logic). It provides reliable signal switching, channel isolation, and robust industrial performance, making it suitable for applications requiring stable digital control outputs.

1. Industrial Digital Control Output
NI-9246 is used to send 24 V digital control signals to external devices such as relays, solenoids, and actuators.

2. PLC Replacement / Expansion
Can be used to replace or extend PLC output channels, providing flexible digital control within DAQ systems.

3. Machine & Process Control
Used in automation systems to control machine operations, start/stop signals, and process sequences.

4. Production Line Automation
Applied in manufacturing environments to control actuators, conveyors, and sorting systems.

5. Event-Driven Control Systems
Triggers actions based on software or sensor inputs, enabling real-time response in control systems.

6. Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ)
Integrated into CompactDAQ and CompactRIO platforms for combined measurement and control applications.

7. Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
Used in test systems to generate digital control signals for device stimulation and validation.