National Instruments NI 9213 User manual

NI-9213 Getting
Started
2022-07-06

Contents
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
NI-9213 (Black Connector) Safety Voltages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Special Conditions for Marine Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
NI 9213 Pinout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting a Thermocouple. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting to a Spring-Terminal Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
High-Vibration Application Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Minimizing Thermal Gradients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Overvoltage Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Where to Go Next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
NI Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Overview
This document explains how to connect to the NI-9213.
Note Before you begin, read the NI-9213 Safety, Environmental, and
Regulatory Information document on ni.com/manuals and complete the
soware and hardware installation procedures in your chassis
documentation.
Note The guidelines in this document are specific to the NI-9213. The
other components in the system might not meet the same safety ratings.
Refer to the documentation for each component in the system to
determine the safety and EMC ratings for the entire system.
Safety Guidelines
Caution Observe all instructions and cautions in the user documentation.
Using the product in a manner not specified can damage the product and
compromise the built-in safety protection.
Attention Suivez toutes les instructions et respectez toutes les mises
en garde de la documentation d'utilisation. L'utilisation du produit de
toute autre façon que celle spécifiée risque de l'endommager et de
compromettre la protection de sécurité intégrée.
NI-9213 (Black Connector) Safety Voltages
Connect only voltages that are within the following limits:
Between any two terminals ±30 V maximum
Isolation
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Channel-to-channel None
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous 250 V RMS, Measurement Category II
Withstand 2,300 V RMS, verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages
If hazardous voltages are connected to the product, take the following precautions.
A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than:
■ 30 V RMS, 42.4 V peak, or 60 V DC in DRY LOCATIONS
■ 16 V RMS, 22.6 V peak, or 35 V DC in WET LOCATIONS
Caution Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is performed only by
qualified personnel adhering to local electrical standards.
Attention S'assurer que le câblage à tension dangereuse est eectué par
du personnel qualifié respectant les normes électriques locales.
Caution Do not mix hazardous voltage circuits and human-accessible
circuits on the same product.
Attention Ne pas combiner des circuits avec des tensions dangereuses et
des circuits accessibles aux personnes sur le même produit.
Caution When product terminals are hazardous voltage LIVE, you must
ensure that devices and circuits connected to the product are properly
insulated from human contact.
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Attention Lorsqu'une haute tension dangereuse est appliquée aux
bornes du produit, vous devez vous assurer que les appareils et les circuits
auxquels il est connecté sont correctement isolés de tout contact humain.
Caution You must use the connector backshell kit to ensure that the
terminals are not accessible.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The NI-9213 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous
locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 Gc and Ex nA IIC T4 Gc hazardous locations;
and nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the
NI-9213 in a potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines may
result in serious injury or death.
Caution Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors unless power has
been switched o or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been switched o or
the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I,
Division 2, or Zone 2.
Caution The system must be installed in an enclosure certified for the
intended hazardous (classified) location, having a tool secured cover/door,
where a minimum protection of at least IP54 is provided.
Caution For Division 2 and Zone 2 applications, connected signals must
be within the following limits.
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Capacitance 0.2 µF maximum
Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and
Internationally
The NI 9213 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under
DEMKO 07ATEX 0626664X and is IECEx UL 14.0089X certified. Each NI 9213 is marked
II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient
temperatures of -40 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 70 °C. If you are using the NI 9213 in Gas Group IIC
hazardous locations, you must use the device in an NI chassis that has been
evaluated as Ex nC IIC T4, Ex IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.
Caution Transient protection shall be provided that is set at a level not
exceeding 140% of the peak rated voltage value of 85 V at the supply
terminals to the equipment.
Caution The system shall only be used in an area of not more than
Pollution Degree 2, as defined in IEC/EN 60664-1.
Caution The system shall be mounted in an ATEX/IECEx-certified
enclosure with a minimum ingress protection rating of at least IP54 as
defined in IEC/EN 60079-15.
Caution The enclosure must have a door or cover accessible only by the
use of a tool.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits
for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These
requirements and limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the product is operated in the intended operational electromagnetic
environment.
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This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful
interference may occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a
peripheral device or test object, or if the product is used in residential or
commercial areas. To minimize interference with radio and television reception and
prevent unacceptable performance degradation, install and use this product in strict
accordance with the instructions in the product documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved
by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local
regulatory rules.
Special Conditions for Marine Applications
Some products are approved for marine (shipboard) applications. To verify marine
approval certification for a product, visit ni.com/product-certifications, search by
model number, and click the appropriate link.
Notice In order to meet the EMC requirements for marine applications,
install the product in a shielded enclosure with shielded and/or filtered
power and input/output ports. In addition, take precautions when
designing, selecting, and installing measurement probes and cables to
ensure that the desired EMC performance is attained.
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI 9213 meets the following
specifications.
Operating temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) -40 °C to 70 °C
Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-78) 10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing
Pollution Degree 2
Maximum altitude 2,000 m
Indoor use only.
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Note Refer to the device datasheet on ni.com/manuals for complete
specifications.
NI 9213 Pinout
NC
TC0+
TC2+
TC4+
TC6+
TC8+
TC10+
TC12+
TC14+
COM
TC1+
TC3+
TC5+
TC7+
TC9+
TC11+
TC13+
TC15+
TC0–
NC
TC1–
TC3–
TC5–
TC7–
TC9–
TC11–
TC13–
TC15–
TC2–
TC4–
TC6–
TC8–
TC10–
TC12–
TC14–
COM
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
NC
TC0+
TC2+
TC4+
TC6+
TC8+
TC10+
TC12+
TC14+
COM
TC1+
TC3+
TC5+
TC7+
TC9+
TC11+
TC13+
TC15+
TC0–
NC
TC1–
TC3–
TC5–
TC7–
TC9–
TC11–
TC13–
TC15–
TC2–
TC4–
TC6–
TC8–
TC10–
TC12–
TC14–
COM
Signal Description
COM Common reference connection
NC No connection
TC+ Positive thermocouple connection
TC- Negative thermocouple connection
Table 1. Signal Descriptions
Connecting a Thermocouple
Thermocouple
TC–
COM
TC+
Shield
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Connecting to a Spring-Terminal Connector
What to Use
■ NI-9213 spring-terminal connector
■ 0.08 mm2 to 1.0 mm2 (28 AWG to 18 AWG) copper conductor wire with 7 mm
(0.28 in.) of insulation stripped from the end
■Flathead screwdriver with a 2.3 mm x 1.0 mm (0.09 in. x 0.04 in.) blade,
included with the NI-9213
What to Do
Complete the following steps to connect wires to the spring-terminal connector.
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1. Insert the screwdriver into a spring clamp activation slot to open the
corresponding connector terminal.
2. Press a wire into the open connector terminal.
3. Remove the screwdriver from the activation slot to clamp the wire into place.
High-Vibration Application Connections
If your application is subject to high vibration, NI recommends that you use the
NI-9940 backshell kit to protect connections to the NI-9213.
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Minimizing Thermal Gradients
Changes in the ambient air temperature near the front connector or a thermocouple
wire conducting heat directly to terminal junctions can cause thermal gradients.
Observe the following guidelines to minimize thermal gradients and improve the
system accuracy.
■Use small-gauge thermocouple wire. Smaller wire transfers less heat to or
from the terminal junction.
■Run thermocouple wiring together near the spring-terminal connector to
keep the wires at the same temperature.
■Avoid running thermocouple wires near hot or cold objects.
■Minimize adjacent heat sources and air flow across the terminals.
■Keep the ambient temperature as stable as possible.
■Make sure the NI-9213 terminals are facing forward or upward.
■Keep the NI-9213 in a stable and consistent orientation.
■Allow the thermal gradients to settle aer a change in system power or in
ambient temperature. A change in system power can happen when the
system powers on, the system comes out of sleep mode, or you insert/remove
modules.
■Use the NI 9940 backshell kit.
■If you connect any extension wires to thermocouple wires, use wires made
of the same conductive material as the thermocouple wires.
Overvoltage Protection
The NI-9213 provides overvoltage protection between any two inputs.
Note Refer to the device datasheet on ni.com/manuals for more
information about overvoltage protection.
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