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KEY HIGHLIGHTS

The USB-1616HS Series of USB data acquisition (DAQ) devices provide synchronous analog, digital, and counter functions. Each device supports quadrature encoders, and up to four analog outputs are available.

Analog Input
Channels Resolution Max Sample Rate Sampling
16 SE/8 DIFF 16-bit 1 MS/s Multiplexed
Ranges Isolation
±10 V, ±5 V, ±2 V, ±1 V, ±0.5 V, ±0.2 V, ±0.1 V —
Sensor
Thermocouple RTD Thermistor Voltage
Yes — — Yes
Analog Output
Channels Resolution Speed
Up to 4 16-bit Up to 1 MS/s
Digital I/O
Channels Counter/Timers Encoder
24 4/2 1
Software Power
OS Support Drivers Power
Windows® Universal Library™ SW Suite External

Part Number Description Price
USB-1616HS DAQ device with 16 SE/8 DIFF analog inputs, 16-bit resolution, 1 MS/s sample rate, 24 digital I/O, and 4 counter inputs.
**Not recommended for new applications. Please consider the USB-1616HS-4 instead.**
Qty:
 $1,619.00
USB-1616HS-2 DAQ device with 16 SE/8 DIFF analog inputs, 16-bit resolution, 1 MS/s sample rate, 2 analog outputs, 24 digital I/O, and 4 counter inputs.
**Not recommended for new applications. Please consider the USB-1616HS-4 instead.**
Qty:
 $1,739.00
USB-1616HS-4 DAQ device with 16 SE/8 DIFF analog inputs, 16-bit resolution, 1 MS/s sample rate, 4 analog outputs, 24 digital I/O, and 4 counter inputs
Qty:
 $1,849.00
Signal Conditioning Options
AI-EXP48 Analog input expansion module for USB-1616HS Series
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Qty:
 $695.00
Accessories & Cables
TR-2U External power supply, 90 to 264 VAC; requires additional cable, CA-1 (US) or CA-216 (European)
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Qty:
 $55.00
CA-1 Required cable for use with TR-xx or PS-9V1AEPS-2500 power supplies; US version
Qty:
 $19.00
CA-216 Required cable for use with TR-xx or PS-9V1AEPS-2500 power supplies; EU version
Qty:
 $29.00
CA-96A USB-1616HS Series to AI-EXP48 cable; Personal Daq/3000 Series to PDQ30 cable, 2 ft.
Qty:
 $109.00
CN-153-12 Terminal block for USB-1616HS Series and IOtech Personal Daqs
Qty:
 $32.00
Thermocouples
745690-J001 J-type thermocouple wire, fiberglass (0 °C to 482 °C, 32 °F to 900 °F) 1 m
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Qty:
 $31.00
745690-J002 J-type thermocouple wire, fiberglass (0 °C to 482 °C, 32 °F to 900 °F) 2 m
Qty:
 $31.00
745690-K001 K-type thermocouple wire, fiberglass (0 °C to 482 °C, 32 °F to 900 °F) 1 m
Qty:
 $31.00
745690-K002 K-type thermocouple wire, fiberglass (0 °C to 482 °C, 32 °F to 900 °F) 2 m
Qty:
 $31.00
745690-T002 T-type thermocouple wire, fiberglass (0 °C to 260 °C, 32 °F to 500 °F) 2 m
Qty:
 $31.00
Software
DASYLab® LITE Icon-Based Data Acquisition, Graphics, and Control Software
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Qty:
 $499.00
DASYLab® BASIC Icon-Based Data Acquisition, Graphics, Control, and Analysis Software. Includes standard analysis modules and unlimited module count. - Most Popular
Qty:
 $1,299.00
DASYLab® FULL Icon-Based Data Acquisition, Graphics, Control, and Analysis Software. Includes all DASYLab Basic features plus standard modules, 200 layout windows, unlimited module count, and control sequencer.
Qty:
 $1,799.00
DASYLab® PRO Icon-Based Data Acquisition, Graphics, Control, and Analysis Software. Includes all DASYLab Full features plus advanced signal analysis and control modules.
Qty:
 $2,499.00
DASYLab® RUNTIME DASYLab Runtime allows you to run an existing worksheet application on an additional computer (with compatible hardware configurations)
Qty:
 $449.00
TracerDAQ® Pro Out-of-the-box virtual instrument suite with strip chart, oscilloscope, function generator, and rate generator – professional version
**Not recommended for new applications. Please consider the DAQami instead.**
Qty:
 $199.00

Product Reviews


5 / 5
Ease of Use
4 / 5
Value
5 / 5
Technical Support
5 / 5

100% of new reviewers recommend this product

USB-1616HS
August 28, 2013
This is a great starter unit

I purchased this unit a few years ago to use with our NI LabView® software at our R&D company. At that point I was adding capability as well as consolidating functionality of some smaller older boxes into one piece of hardware. If the 1616HS was available when we first started with DAQ process I would have certain purchased it first. Some key features that are wonderful for our use: 1) Removable terminal blocks. In an R&D environment we have multiple machines that we capture data from, but don't want to dedicate hardware too permanently. With removable terminal blocks I can leave the machine wires terminated and simply unplug the 1616HS and take it to the next machine for the next experiment, saving hours of wiring and rewiring. 2) Extremely flexible input measurement ranges. We primarily use this unit in the differential mode witch allows us to measure everything from low voltage load cells to 'high" line voltage (stepped down, or course, or else you will be using the harsh environment warranty, which is also phenomenal and has saved my bacon). Setting measurement ranges is easily done from with in software, making it even easier to use this device on multiple projects. 3) Expandable. Once we reached the channel limit on the 1616HS we added an AI-EXP48 and picked up a slew of additional channels without additional configuration. Technical support for getting the most from the USB-1616HS has always been excellent as well. I highly recommend this unit for both starting your hardware collection as well as expanding and updating it.

  • Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
  • Industry: Biofuels Feedstocks
  • Application: Research and Development
  • From: Auburn, WA
  • Company Size: 1-100
  • Software Used: NI LabVIEW
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Yes, I recommend this product!

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Hi, I want to confirm the connection rotary encoder (incremental) to the USB-1616HS. Is it correct to connect A wire (encoder) to CT0 input (DAQ), B wire to CT1 input and Z wire to CT2 input? Then connect the ground wire from the encoder to both D input (beside CT0 & CT2), and also the external groud (like on the power line ground)? In the user manual, the encoder mentioned is having 5VDC, what happens is my encoder power supply is more (12~24VDC)? Do I need to do anything with it?

  • Job Title: Mr
  • Industry: Education
  • Application: Research
15 months ago
anuarm Malaysia


Answers

The Encoder wiring you list for A, B, and Z is correct. The USB-1616HS DAQ series is non-isolated, so its ground terminals are referenced already to earth ground through the USB port and external power supply. Also the counter inputs are single-ended (not differential). Together this means that your encoder’s power supply needs to be either floating (so it can be anchored to the DAQ’s ground) or already referenced to earth/power ground. What voltage you power your encoder is not quite what is key … what is key is your encoder’s output voltage range (on A, B, and Z). This counter input specs for this DAQ are -5V to +10V, so your encoder’s output must not exceed these limits.

15 months ago
Measurement Computing

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We currently are using an IOTech personal DAQ 3005 to collect data. With IOTech the Daqv addin allows for data collection from inside excel. Will tracer daq provide the same functionality?

  • Job Title: Test Engineer, Assoc
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Application: Data Collection
37 months ago
Harry Portland, OR


Answers

TracerDAQ nor TracerDAQ PRO offer an Excel add-in for support directly through Excel. However, you can easily save your data in .csv format for direct use in Excel. There are a couple of ways to save data using TracerDAQ. 1.) When logging has been enabled your data is automatically saved to a history file in .sch format (binary). Which you can then convert to .csv using the “Save As” selection from the “File” menu selection. 2.) You can also manually save your data in .csv or .txt format by using the “Save As” selection from the “File” menu. When using the “Save As” option a dialog box opens and prompts you to enter the file format type (.csv, .txt, .sch) and the name of your file. Please refer to our TracerDAQ Help for complete instructions on saving your data.

37 months ago
Measurement Computing

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Is there some option to attach a BNC breakout box so that BNC cables can be used for data acquisition instead of bare wires?

  • Job Title: systems engineer
  • Industry: multi
  • Application: data acquisition
67 months ago
bru NH


Answers

MCC does not offer a BNC termination option for the USB-1616HS-2. However, what we have used in the past are female BNC adapters with lead wires attached. If you Google the term you will find many places that offer such a cable. This allows you to use the lead wires to hook up to the screw terminals of the USB-1616HS-2..

67 months ago

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If they are - what is the skew and jitter for the channels?

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90 months ago
Galg


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No, the USB-1616HS Series has only one A/D converter, which is shared across all AI channels.

90 months ago
MeasurementComputing

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This device is not mentioned on the Linux support page. Will it work at all? Maybe by adapting the driver for model 1616FS? Thanks.

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  • Industry: Phyiscs
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95 months ago
Guillaume London, UK


Answers

Hello Guillaume - Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately, due to the complex architecture of the USB-1616HS Series we are unable to provide Linux support. If you call our toll free number, 1-800-234-4232 (Ext-3 for Sales Engineering) we will assist you in selecting a Linux supported product that meets your requirements.

95 months ago
MeasurementComputing

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Included Software

  • TracerDAQ® for acquiring and displaying data and generating signals
  • InstaCalTM software utility for installing, configuration, and testing
  • Universal Library includes support for Visual Studio® and Visual Studio®.NET, including examples for Visual C++®, Visual C#®, and Visual Basic®.NET
  • ULx for NI LabVIEWTM Library of VIs and example programs to speed your NI LabVIEW development
  • Python™ Support for MCC DAQ Products

Optional Software

  • DASYLab® Software lets you interactively develop PC-based data acquisition applications by simply attaching functional icons
  • TracerDAQ®Pro - Out-of-the-box virtual instrument suite with strip chart, oscilloscope, function generator, and rate generator – professional version
  • MATLAB® Support for MCC Products - Software Environment for Data Acquisition, Data Analysis, and Application Development

Product Manuals

USB-1616HS
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USB-1616HS-2
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USB-1616HS-4
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