Product Descriptions

cRIO-9030: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 1 GB DRAM, 4 GB Storage, Kintex-7 70T FPGA, 4-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9031: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 1 GB DRAM, 4 GB Storage, Kintex-7 70T FPGA, Extended Temperature, 4-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9032: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 8 GB Storage, Kintex-7 160T FPGA, WiFi, 4-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9033: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 8 GB Storage, Kintex-7 160T FPGA, Extended Temperature, 4-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9034: 1.91 GHz Quad-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 16 GB Storage, and Kintex-7 325T FPGA, 4-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9035: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 1 GB DRAM, 4 GB Storage, and Kintex-7 70T FPGA, 8-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9036: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 1 GB DRAM, 4 GB Storage, Kintex-7 70T FPGA, Extended Temperature, 8-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9037: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 8 GB Storage, Kintex-7 160T FPGA, WiFi, 8-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9038: 1.33 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 8 GB Storage, Kintex-7 160T FPGA, and Extended Temperature, 8-Slot CompactRIO Controller

cRIO-9039: 1.91 GHz Quad-Core CPU, 2 GB DRAM, 16 GB Storage, and Kintex-7 325T FPGA, 8-Slot CompactRIO Controller

Physical Characteristics

Weight

cRIO-9030

1,800 g (3 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9031

1,800 g (3 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9032

1,762 g (3 lb 14 oz)

cRIO-9033

1,800 g (3 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9034

1,800 g (3 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9035

2,250 g (4 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9036

2,250 g (4 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9037

2,260 g (4 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9038

2,250 g (4 lb 15 oz)

cRIO-9039

2,250 g (4 lb 15 oz)

Dimensions (unloaded)

cRIO-9030

219.5 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (8.64 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9031

219.5 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (8.64 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9032

219.5 mm × 88.1 mm × 118.6 mm (8.64 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.67 in.)

cRIO-9033

219.5 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (8.64 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9034

219.5 mm × 88.1 mm × 121.2 mm (8.64 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.77 in.)

cRIO-9035

328.8 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (12.94 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9036

328.8 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (12.94 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9037

328.8 mm × 88.1 mm × 118.6 mm (12.94 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.67 in.)

cRIO-9038

328.8 mm × 88.1 mm × 109.2 mm (12.94 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.30 in.)

cRIO-9039

328.8 mm × 88.1 mm × 121.2 mm (12.94 in. × 3.47 in. × 4.77 in.)

Power Connector

Screw‐terminal wiring

Gauge

0.5 mm2 to 2.1 mm2 (20 AWG to 14 AWG) copper conductor wire

Wire strip length

6 mm (0.24 in.) of insulation stripped from the end

Temperature rating

85 °C

Torque for screw terminals

0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb · in. to 2.2 lb · in.)

Wires per screw terminal

One wire per screw terminal

Connector securement

Securement type

Screw flanges provided

Torque for screw flanges

0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb · in. to 2.2 lb · in.)

Note Screw the SD card slot cover closed completely. Tighten the captive screws to a maximum torque of 0.75 N · m (6.7 lb · in.) using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Do not overtighten.

Environmental

Operating temperature

cRIO-9030

-20 °C to 55 °C

cRIO-9031

-40 °C to 70 °C

cRIO-9032

-20 °C to 55 °C

cRIO-9033

-40 °C to 70 °C

cRIO-9034

-20 °C to 55 °C

cRIO-9035

-20 °C to 55 °C

cRIO-9036

-40 °C to 70 °C

cRIO-9037

-20 °C to 55 °C

cRIO-9038

-40 °C to 70 °C

cRIO-9039

-20 °C to 55 °C

Storage temperature

-40 °C to 85 °C

Notice Failure to follow the mounting instructions in the user manual can cause temperature derating.

Ingress protection

IP20

Operating humidity

10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing

Storage humidity

5% RH to 95% RH, noncondensing

Pollution Degree

2

Maximum altitude

5,000 m

Indoor use only.

Hazardous Locations

Explosive atmospheres rating

Ex ec IIC T4 Gc

CCC certificate number

2021312304000993

Safety Guidelines

Operate the product only as described in this document.

Caution This icon denotes a caution, which advises you to consult documentation where this symbol is marked.
Caution Do not operate this product in a manner not specified in this document. Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection built into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the product is damaged, return it to NI for repair.

Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations

The cRIO-9030/9032/9034/9035/9037/9039 have been evaluated as Ex ec IIC T4 Gc equipment and are CCC certified. Each product is suitable for use within ambient temperatures of -20 °C ≤ Ta ≤55 °C in either nonhazardous locations or Zone 2 hazardous locations.

The cRIO-9031/9033/9036/9038 have been evaluated as Ex ec IIC T4 Gc equipment and are CCC certified. Each product is suitable for use within ambient temperatures of -40 °C ≤ Ta ≤70 °C in either nonhazardous locations or Zone 2 hazardous locations.

Follow these guidelines if you are installing the product in a potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines may result in serious injury or death.

Caution Do not disconnect the power supply wires and connectors from the controller unless power has been switched off.
Caution Do not disconnect I/O‐side wires or connectors unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Substitution of components may impair suitability for Zone 2.
Caution You must make sure that transient disturbances do not exceed 140% of the rated voltage.
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 a CCC-certified enclosure with a minimum ingress protection rating of at least IP54 as defined in GB/T3836.1.
Caution The enclosure must have a door or cover accessible only by the use of a tool.
Caution (cRIO-9030/9031/9033/9034/9035/9036/9038/9039) The USB host ports, USB device port, mini DisplayPort, and SD card slot require the retention accessories listed in the following table for hazardous locations. All cables must be used in a conduit or cable gland to wire to a nonhazardous location. Do not disconnect a cable unless the product is powered off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Table 1. cRIO-9030/9031/9033/9034/9035/9036/9038/9039 Hazardous Location Retention Accessories
Port Required Accessory Part Number
USB Host Port NI Industrial USB Extender Cable 152166‐xx
USB Device Port NI Locking USB Cable 157788‐01
Mini DisplayPort Mini DisplayPort Cable Retention Bracket 156866‐01
SD Card Slot SD Door Kit 783660‐01
Caution (cRIO-9030/9031/9033/9034/9035/9036/9038/9039) You must use the SD door kit to protect the SD card in hazardous locations.
Caution (cRIO-9030/9031/9033/9034/9035/9036/9038/9039) Do not insert or remove SD cards unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution (cRIO-9032/9037) The USB host ports, USB device port, and mini DisplayPort require the retention accessories listed in the following table for hazardous locations. All cables must be used in a conduit or cable gland to wire to a nonhazardous location. Do not disconnect a cable unless the product is powered off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Table 2. cRIO-9032/9037 Hazardous Location Retention Accessories
Port Required Accessory Part Number
USB Host Port NI Industrial USB Extender Cable 152166‐xx
USB Device Port NI Locking USB Cable 157788‐01
Mini DisplayPort Mini DisplayPort Cable Retention Bracket 156866‐01

Safety Voltages

Connect only voltages that are below these limits.

V1 terminal to C terminal

30 V DC maximum

V2 terminal to C terminal

30 V DC maximum

Chassis ground to C terminal

30 V DC maximum

Caution Do not connect the product to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.

Power Requirements

Voltage input range (measured at the cRIO controller power connector)

V1

9 V to 30 V

V2

9 V to 30 V

Maximum power consumption

40 W

Recommended power supply

100 W, 24 V DC

Installing C Series Modules

Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module.

Removing C Series Modules

Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module before you remove a module from the chassis.

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
  • IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-7
  • GB/T3836.1, GB/T3836.3
Note For safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Product Certifications and Declarations section.

Product Certifications and Declarations

To obtain product certifications and the DoC for NI products, visit ni.com/product-certifications, search by model number, and click the appropriate link.

Worldwide Support and Services

NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504, USA.