
CompactDAQ Data Acquisition Systems
CompactDAQ systems collect and deliver the data validation you need to meet test requirements at any distance, in any environment. These portable, customizable solutions—made of data acquisition modules that can synchronize measurements across a network—help you digitize data closer to sensors, minimizing noise and simplifying cabling in the field.
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Product Overview
Why Choose CompactDAQ?
CompactDAQ is a cost-effective approach to benchtop measurement. Pair sensor-specific, conditioned I/O modules with software optimized for DAQ applications.
Best for
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High-channel-count distributed DAQ applications
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Benchtop test and measurement
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Mixed sensor measurements
Product Features
Easy Sensor Connectivity
CompactDAQ supports virtually any physical sensor with modules designed specifically for your measurement type. Each module includes the necessary signal conditioning and connectors, so you can spend less time worrying about setup and more time collecting accurate data. We’ve done the hard work—just choose the module that matches your sensor, and you’re ready to go.
Compact, Rugged Design
Don’t worry about protecting your instrumentation—the CompactDAQ chassis handles 50 g shock and operates at -40 °C to 70 °C. Its compact size and flexible mounting options make it easy to set up near your device under test, reducing sensor wiring and preserving data quality. Designed for reliability, CompactDAQ lets you focus on the test, not the hardware.
Product Applications
Key Applications
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Electromechanical validation
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Component test
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Motor/pump test
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Structural and durability test
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Noise, vibration, and harshness test (NVH)
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Research measurements
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Cycle test systems
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Performance benchmarks
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Power and thermal tests
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Power and battery characterization
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HALT/HASS measurements
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Sensor measurements
Datasheets
Engineer’s Guide to the Digitization of Analog Signals
Learn how to connect sensors to instrumentation, implement proper signal conditioning, and reduce potential sources of error in your system.
System Components
CompactDAQ System Components
Each CompactDAQ system includes a chassis that connects to your PC over USB or Ethernet, plus one or more I/O modules for measurements. You can control and analyze data using NI software—like LabVIEW or FlexLogger™—or choose from a wide range of common programming languages, including .NET, C#, and Python.
CompactDAQ Chassis
CompactDAQ chassis connect your I/O modules to a PC over USB or Ethernet and unify your measurements for seamless data acquisition with built-in timing and synchronization. All chassis share the same core technology and module compatibility, but differ by communication bus, slot count, and environmental range.
1. Module Latch Catches
2. Status LEDs
3. Bus Connector (USB or ENET)
4. Power Supply Connector (9-30 VDC)
5. Module Slots (1-, 2-, 8-, 14-slot options)
6. Grounding Lug (on exterior)
7. Rear Mounting Hole
8. Desktop Mount Mounting Hold
CompactDAQ Modules
Build a system that fits your application with CompactDAQ’s flexible, modular design. Choose from more than 70 C Series modules for analog, digital, or specialized measurements. Swap or add modules as your needs change to ensure your system grows with your application.
- Digital I/O
- Voltage Input
- Temperature Input
- Strain/ Bridge Input
- Universal Analog Input
- Sound and Vibration Input
Industry-Leading DAQ Software Included
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Free logging software—NI FlexLogger™ Lite
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Seamless LabVIEW integration
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Documented APIs with example programs for Python, C/C++, C#, and more
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