NI cDAQ-9139 Specifications
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NI cDAQ-9139 Specifications
These specifications are for the NI cDAQ-9139 controller only. These specifications are typical at 23 °C ±5 °C unless otherwise noted. For the C Series module specifications, refer to the documentation for the C Series module you are using.
Processor
CPU | Intel Core i7-660UE | ||||||
Number of cores | 2 | ||||||
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On-die L2 cache | 256 KB x2 (256 KB/core) | ||||||
On-die L3 cache | 4 MB shared between cores | ||||||
Hyper-threading | Supported |
Operating System
Supported operating systems | Windows Embedded Standard 7 (WES7), LabVIEW Real-Time 2012 or later |
Network/Ethernet Port
Number of ports | 2 |
Network interface | 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and 1000Base-T Ethernet |
Compatibility | IEEE 802.3 |
Communication rates | 10 Mb/s, 100 Mb/s, 1,000 Mb/s auto-negotiated |
Maximum cabling distance | 100 m/segment |
RS-232 Serial Port
Maximum baud rate | 115,200 b/s |
Data bits | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
Stop bits | 1, 2 |
Parity | Odd, even, mark, space |
Flow control | RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF, DTR/DSR |
RI wake maximum low level | 0.8 V |
RI wake minimum high level | 2.4 V |
RI overvoltage tolerance | ±24 V |
RS-485/422 (DTE) Serial Port
Maximum baud rate | 320,400 bit/s |
Data bits | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
Stop bits | 1, 1.5, 2 |
Parity | Odd, Even, Mark, Space |
Flow control | XON/XOFF |
Wire mode | 4-wire, 2-wire, 2-wire auto |
MXI-Express Port
Communication rate | 2.5 Gbit/s, PCIe x1 |
Maximum cabling distance | 7 m |
USB Ports
Number of ports | 4 |
USB interface | USB 2.0, Hi-Speed |
Maximum data rate | 480 Mbit/s |
Maximum current | 500 mA |
Video (VGA) Port
Maximum resolution | 1600 × 1200 at 60 Hz |
Memory
Internal Real-Time Clock
Accuracy | 140 ppm, maximum, at operating temperature range |
CMOS Battery
Typical battery life with power applied to power connector | 10 years |
Typical battery life when stored at temperatures up to 25 °C | 7.8 years |
Typical battery life when stored at temperatures up to 85 °C | 5.4 years |
Analog Input
Analog Output
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Timing accuracy | 50 ppm of sample rate | ||||||||||||
Timing resolution | 12.5 ns | ||||||||||||
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AO waveform modes | Non-periodic waveform, periodic waveform regeneration mode from onboard memory, periodic waveform regeneration from host buffer including dynamic update |
Digital Waveform Characteristics
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Timing accuracy | 50 ppm |
General-Purpose Counters/Timers
Number of counters/timers | 4 |
Resolution | 32 bits |
Counter measurements | Edge counting, pulse, semi-period, period, two-edge separation, pulse width |
Position measurements | X1, X2, X4 quadrature encoding with Channel Z reloading; two-pulse encoding |
Output applications | Pulse, pulse train with dynamic updates, frequency division, equivalent time sampling |
Internal base clocks | 80 MHz, 20 MHz, 100 kHz |
External base clock frequency | 0 MHz to 20 MHz |
Base clock accuracy | 50 ppm |
Output frequency | 0 MHz to 20 MHz |
Inputs | Gate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z, Up_Down |
Routing options for inputs | Any module PFI,analog trigger, many internal signals |
FIFO | Dedicated 127-sample FIFO |
Frequency Generator
Number of channels | 1 |
Base clocks | 20 MHz, 10 MHz, 100 kHz |
Divisors | 1 to 16 (integers) |
Base clock accuracy | 50 ppm |
Output | Any module PFI terminal |
Module PFI Characteristics
Functionality | Static digital input, static digital output, timing input, and timing output |
Timing output sources[6] | Many analog input, analog output, counter, digital input, and digital output timing signals |
Timing input frequency | 0 MHz to 20 MHz |
Timing output frequency | 0 MHz to 20 MHz |
Digital Triggers
Source | Any module PFI terminal |
Polarity | Software-selectable for most signals |
Analog input function | Start Trigger, Reference Trigger,Pause Trigger,Sample Clock,Sample Clock Timebase |
Analog output function | Start Trigger, Pause Trigger,Sample Clock,Sample Clock Timebase |
Counter/timer function | Gate, Source, HW_Arm, Aux, A, B, Z, Up_Down |
Module Data Interface
High-performance data streams | 7 |
Data stream types available | Analog input, analog output, digital input, digital output, counter/timer input, counter/timer output, NI-XNET[7] |
Module I/O States
At power-on | Module-dependent. Refer to the documentation for each C Series module. |
Power Requirements
You must use a UL Listed ITE power supply marked LPS with the NI cDAQ-9139.
Voltage input range | 9 V to 30 V (measured at the NI cDAQ-9139 power connector) |
Maximum power consumption[8] | 75 W |
Typical standby power consumption | 2 W | ||||||
Recommended power supply | 100 W, 24 V DC | ||||||
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Power input connector | 4 positions 5.08 mm pitch pluggable screw terminal with screw locks similar to Phoenix Contact 1955769 | ||||||
Power input mating connector | Phoenix Contact 1704001 or equivalent |
Physical Characteristics
Weight (unloaded) | 2.8 kg (6.16 lb) | ||||||
Dimensions (unloaded) | 403.7 mm × 88.1 mm × 121.3 mm (15.80 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.78 in.) Refer to the following figure. | ||||||
Gauge | 3.0 mm2 (12 AWG) copper conductor wire | ||||||
Wire strip length | 7 mm (0.276 in.) of insulation stripped from the end | ||||||
Temperature rating | 85 °C | ||||||
Torque for screw terminals | 0.5 N · m to 0.6 N · m(4.4 lb · in. to 5.3 lb · in.) | ||||||
Wires per screw terminal | One wire per screw terminal | ||||||
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Safety Voltages
V1 terminal to C terminal | 30 V maximum, Measurement Category I | ||||||
V2 terminal to C terminal | 30 V maximum, Measurement Category I | ||||||
Chassis ground to C terminal | 30 V maximum, Measurement Category I | ||||||
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Environmental
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Ingress protection | IP 20 | ||||||
Pollution Degree (IEC 60664) | 2 | ||||||
Maximum altitude | 2,000 m |
Indoor use only.
Hazardous Locations
U.S. (UL) | Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 Gc |
Canada (C-UL) | Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4; Ex nA IIC T4 Gc |
Europe (ATEX) and International (IECEx) | Ex nA IIC T4 Gc DEMKO 12 ATEX 1202658X IECEx UL 14.0089X |
Shock and Vibration
To meet these specifications, you must panel mount the NI cDAQ-9139 system, affix ferrules to the ends of the terminal wires, and install a tie wrap on the USB cable for strain relief. You can use the tie wrap to attach the USB cable to the Ethernet cable.
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Operating shock | 30 g, 11 ms half sine, 50 g, 3 ms half sine, 18 shocks at 6 orientations |
Safety Compliance and Hazardous Locations Standards
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following electrical equipment safety standards for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
- IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
- UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1
- EN 60079-0, EN 60079-7
- IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-7
- UL 60079-0, UL 60079-7
- CSA C22.2 No. 60079-0, CSA C22.2 No. 60079-7
Electromagnetic Compatibility
CE Compliance

- 2014/34/EU; Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX)
Product Certifications and Declarations
Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for NI products, visit ni.com/product-certifications, search by model number, and click the appropriate link.
Environmental Management
NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.
For additional environmental information, refer to the Engineering a Healthy Planet web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document.
EU and UK Customers
Battery Replacement and Disposal
电子信息产品污染控制管理办法(中国RoHS)
1 1 MB is equal to 1 million bytes. 1 GB is equal to 1 billion bytes; formatted capacity might be less.
2 Windows and recovery partition installation requires at least 18 GB.
3 Go to ni.com/info and enter Info Code exyerk for information about best practices for data logging performance with the NI cDAQ-9139.
4 Performance dependent on type of installed C Series module and number of channels in the task.
5 Does not include group delay. For more information, refer to the documentation for each C Series module.
6 Actual available signals are dependent on type of installed C Series module.
7 When a session is active, CAN or LIN (NI-XNET) C Series modules use a total of two data streams regardless of the number of NI-XNET modules in the controller.
8 Includes maximum 1 W module load per slot across rated temperature and product variations.
In This Section
- Processor
- Operating System
- Network/Ethernet Port
- RS-232 Serial Port
- RS-485/422 (DTE) Serial Port
- MXI-Express Port
- USB Ports
- Video (VGA) Port
- Memory
- Internal Real-Time Clock
- CMOS Battery
- Analog Input
- Analog Output
- Digital Waveform Characteristics
- General-Purpose Counters/Timers
- Frequency Generator
- Module PFI Characteristics
- Digital Triggers
- Module Data Interface
- Module I/O States
- Power Requirements
- Physical Characteristics
- Safety Voltages
- Environmental
- Hazardous Locations
- Shock and Vibration
- Safety Compliance and Hazardous Locations Standards
- Electromagnetic Compatibility
- CE Compliance
- Product Certifications and Declarations
- Environmental Management