National Instruments USB-5132 Oscilloscope/USB Digitizer 50 MHz 50 MS/s Bus-Powered
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Description
The National Instruments USB-5132 is a versatile tool that combines the functionality of a digital oscilloscope and a high-speed digitizer in a compact and bus-powered design. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
Dual Functionality:
- Oscilloscope: Provides a visual representation of electrical signals on your computer screen, ideal for troubleshooting, monitoring signal behavior, and basic waveform analysis.
- Digitizer: Captures and digitizes analog signals for further analysis in software environments.
Key Specifications:
- Number of Channels: 2 analog input channels for simultaneous measurements.
- Resolution: 8-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) offers a good balance between resolution and data size.
- Maximum Sample Rate: 50 MS/s (megaSamples per second) allows capturing signals up to 50 MHz in frequency.
- Analog Input Bandwidth: 50 MHz bandwidth (excluding the 40 mVpk-pk range) ensures accurate measurement of signals within this frequency range.
- Memory: Onboard memory per channel (size not publicly available) allows capturing short bursts of data.
- Triggering: Supports various triggering options (analog and digital) to capture specific signal events.
- Bus-Powered: Draws power directly from the USB connection, eliminating the need for an external power supply, enhancing portability.
Software Compatibility:
- Works with NI-DAQmx driver software for configuration, data acquisition, and basic analysis.
- Compatible with various development environments like LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio for further programming and advanced analysis capabilities.
Applications:
- Suitable for educational purposes in electronics and engineering.
- Ideal for field applications or situations where portability is a priority.
- Useful for hobbyists and makers working with electronic circuits.
- Valuable for basic signal troubleshooting, monitoring, and data acquisition tasks.
Considerations:
- The 8-bit resolution might not be sufficient for applications requiring extremely high precision.
- The 50 MS/s sampling rate limits its ability to capture very high-frequency signals.
Overall, the National Instruments USB-5132 is a well-rounded tool for those seeking a portable and cost-effective solution for basic oscilloscope and digitizer functionalities. It’s a valuable option for educational settings, field measurements, hobbyists, and basic signal analysis tasks.
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Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
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When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
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Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
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