Adlink PCI-6216V NuDAQ 16-Channel 16-Bit Voltage Output Card

The Adlink PCI-6216V NuDAQ is a 16-channel, 16-bit analog voltage output card built on PCI bus architecture for industrial automation, ATE, signal generation, and precision control applications. The card delivers ±10 V outputs with guaranteed 14-bit resolution and typical 15-bit monotonicity, supported by on-board PCM56U D/A converters and ultra-stable NiCr thin-film resistors. Each channel settles in 2 µs across the full ±10 V range with a 10 V/µs slew rate and ±5 mA output drive capability.

Gain error is held to ±0.2% maximum, while differential linearity remains ±0.65 LSB typical. The card includes 4 TTL digital inputs and 4 TTL digital outputs for auxiliary control. Programmed I/O data transfer mode simplifies integration into existing test and measurement systems.

Technical Specifications

• Channels: 16 voltage outputs, 16-bit resolution (±10 V range)


• D/A Resolution: 16-bit with 15-bit typical monotonicity


• Settling Time: 2 µs (−10 V to +10 V); 130 µs typical for 20 V step


• Slew Rate: 10 V/µs typical


• Output Drive: ±5 mA maximum


• Gain Error: ±0.2% maximum


• Differential Linearity: ±0.65 LSB typical (0.001% of FSR)


• Digital I/O: 4 TTL inputs, 4 TTL outputs (5 V/TTL compatible)


• Interface: PCI bus (32-bit, 3.3 V or 5 V)


• Form Factor: Standard PCI (175 mm × 107 mm)


• Connector: One 37-pin D-sub female


• Temperature Range: 0°C to 50°C operating; −20°C to 80°C storage


• Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing

Key Features

• Configurable output initialization: 0 V default or hold last value on power-on/reset


• On-board analog switches minimize power-on glitches


• Monotonic PCM56U converter with low distortion thin-film resistors


• Programmed I/O data transfer mode

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation and control


• Automated test equipment (ATE)


• Signal generation and waveform synthesis


• Precision analog voltage sourcing

Compatibility & Integration

• Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows 7/8 (x64/x86), Linux, Windows 98/NT/2000


• Development: LabVIEW, MATLAB, Visual Studio.NET, Visual Basic, C/C++


• Software Tools: AD-Logger, DAQBench, DAQMaster


• Accessories: DIN-37D-01 and ACLD-9137 terminal boards; 37-pin D-sub cables (1 M)