Practical tips, buyer guides, and industry insights from our measurement engineering team.
National Instruments hardware is reliable, but failures happen—especially under pressure. Here's how to triage a broken NI DAQ system when the clock is ticking.
Read ArticleStop blaming the hardware. I'll show you how cheap accessories and bad mounting are ruining your lab's credibility, and the quick fixes that cost almost nothing.
Read ArticleA straightforward FAQ answering common questions about National Instruments (NI), their products like PXI and RIO, who their competitors are, and what to consider when purchasing, written from the perspective of an office administrator.
Read ArticleA personal take from an engineer who's made costly mistakes, arguing that the 'minimum order' mentality in the test & measurement industry overlooks the potential of small clients and why vendors like National Instruments should embrace them.
Read ArticleMade a costly mistake ordering National Instruments cards? You're not alone. This guide breaks down the 3 most common scenarios for getting the right DAQ, PXI, or cRIO module, based on real screw-ups (including my own $3,200 blunder).
Read ArticleA seasoned test engineer argues why blindly trusting NI datasheet specs leads to expensive mistakes, sharing hard-won lessons on DAQ, PXI, and myDAQ applications.
Read ArticleA quality inspector's guide to choosing the NI 9234. We break down the decision by scenario: high-channel count systems, portable field tests, and budget-conscious upgrades. No 'one-size-fits-all' advice, just real-world trade-offs.
Read ArticleA no-nonsense comparison of using official National Instruments gear vs. alternative solutions for data acquisition, covering cost, software, and performance, based on painful personal experience.
Read ArticleA quality manager's guide to selecting data acquisition hardware. We compare the National Instruments cDAQ-9171, USB-6501, and other options for different testing scenarios, with practical advice on specs, cost, and consistency.
Read ArticleA quality inspector shares a real-world experience about verifying National Instruments 9205 modules, GPIB compatibility, and why the cheapest component can cost you more.
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