The NI SCXI-1520 is an 8-channel high-precision simultaneous sampling strain gage conditioning module for bridge-based sensor measurement. It supports quarter, half and full Wheatstone bridge configurations for strain, load, torque and pressure sensors, with independent track-and-hold circuits for sub-microsecond inter-channel sampling skew. Each channel integrates 49-step programmable gain, 5-grade 4-pole Butterworth low-pass filters and 0-10 V isolated programmable excitation with remote lead resistance compensation. It provides dual built-in shunt calibration circuits and automatic bridge offset nulling without manual potentiometer adjustment. Equipped with onboard calibration EEPROM for long-term accuracy retention, it multiplexes all channels into one DAQ input channel and matches SCXI-1314 terminal block. Widely used for structural fatigue testing, industrial load monitoring and aerospace dynamic strain measurement.
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NI SCXI-1520 8-Channel Simultaneous Strain Gage Input Module

NI SCXI-1520 8-Channel Simultaneous Strain Gage Input Module

The NI SCXI-1520 is an 8-channel high-precision simultaneous sampling strain gage conditioning module for bridge-based sensor measurement. It supports quarter, half and full Wheatstone bridge configurations for strain, load, torque and pressure sensors, with independent track-and-hold circuits for sub-microsecond inter-channel sampling skew. Each channel integrates 49-step programmable gain, 5-grade 4-pole Butterworth low-pass filters and 0-10 V isolated programmable excitation with remote lead resistance compensation. It provides dual built-in shunt calibration circuits and automatic bridge offset nulling without manual potentiometer adjustment. Equipped with onboard calibration EEPROM for long-term accuracy retention, it multiplexes all channels into one DAQ input channel and matches SCXI-1314 terminal block. Widely used for structural fatigue testing, industrial load monitoring and aerospace dynamic strain measurement.
Telephone/WhatsApp: +86 15339537795
Email address: 2645963284@qq.com

Description

Channel & Wiring Configuration

  • 8-channel fully differential simultaneous sampling analog input
  • Two operation modes: multiplexed mode (occupy 1 DAQ AI channel) / parallel high-speed mode
  • Per-channel independent track-and-hold circuit for synchronous signal capturing
  • Built-in half-bridge completion; quarter-bridge resistors supplied via SCXI-1314
  • Rear 96-pin shielded DIN connector for front terminal block connection

Programmable Gain & Input Range

  • 49 software-selectable gain steps ranging from ×1 to ×1000
  • Voltage input span: ±10 mV to ±10 V full scale
  • Max measurable strain: ±40,000 µε (quarter-bridge, GF=2.0)
  • Per-channel excitation: 0-10 V programmable isolated voltage excitation
  • Remote sense function to eliminate lead wire voltage drop errors

Filter & Scanning Parameters

  • Filter type: 4-pole Butterworth low-pass filter, 24 dB/octave rolloff
  • Selectable cutoff frequencies: 10 Hz, 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, bypass mode
  • Bypass bandwidth: 20 kHz (-3dB)
  • Min channel settling time: 3 µs (±0.0125% accuracy)
  • Typical inter-channel sampling skew: ±200 ns

Key Electrical Specifications

  • Input impedance: >1 GΩ per differential channel
  • 60Hz CMRR: >85 dB for gain ≥20; >60 dB for gain <20
  • Nonlinearity error: ≤0.02% FSR
  • Overvoltage protection: ±35 VDC powered on, ±25 VDC powered off
  • Maximum excitation load: Drive 350 Ω full-bridge sensor at 10 V output
  • Power consumption: 4.1 W typical operating power
  • Onboard NIST-traceable calibration reference and EEPROM storage

Mechanical & Environmental Specifications

  • Dimension: 172×86×32 mm, standard single-slot SCXI module
  • Operating temperature: 0℃ ~ +50℃
  • Storage temperature: -20℃ ~ +70℃
  • Humidity: 10%–90% non-condensing

Compatibility Matching List

  • Matched terminal block: SCXI-1314 strain measurement terminal block
  • Compatible chassis: SCXI-1000, SCXI-1001
  • Compatible controllers: SCXI-1600, PCI/PXI SCXI bus adapters
  • Official status: Obsolete, available for aftermarket replacement

Software Compatibility

  • Drivers: NI-DAQmx, Traditional NI-DAQ 7.0 and above
  • Configuration tools: NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX)
  • Supported software: LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Python DAQmx, C#

Pros & Limitations

  • Pros: True simultaneous sampling, full bridge type compatibility, remote excitation compensation, dual-point shunt calibration, automatic bridge nulling, excellent low-noise performance for micro-strain signals
  • Limitations: No channel-to-channel galvanic isolation, narrow operating temperature range, no AC signal input support

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