National Instruments WLS-9163 Wireless Data Acquisition Carrier

The WLS-9163 wireless carrier is used for data acquisition and provides the facility of wireless or Ethernet networking for C Series I/O modules. Being one of the important parts of the WLS/ENET-9000 Series from National Instruments, the WLS-9163 supports flexible integration in a number of configurations for seamless wireless IEEE 802.11g and wired Ethernet communication. Its powerful connectivity ensures compatibility with a wide range of measurement and control applications, thus extending industrial and research-based applications.

The WLS-9163 combines particular C Series components to provide a powerful signal processing and acquisition system. This carrier supports analog input, digital I/O, and triggering operations, having its features designed to cater to the most demanding requirements of data acquisition. For precise and efficient signal processing, the WLS-9163 has digital triggering, sample clock routing, and an input FIFO buffer. Safety, to include hazardous voltage consideration, ensures that this device operates securely within controlled environments.

It comes in a compact and lightweight design: the WLS-9163 measures 7.18 inches by 3.75 inches by 1.50 inches and weighs 256 grams, including its antenna. The flexible mounting options of the WLS-9163 include panel and DIN-rail setups that make it suitable for different industrial settings. Operating within a wide temperature range from 0 to 55°C, the device exhibits strong performance even in the most difficult environments, further solidifying its versatility for diverse applications.

The wireless capabilities of the WLS-9163 include operating in ad-hoc and infrastructure modes, offering secure communications with WEP, WPA, and WPA2 protocols. Operating on a 2.4 GHz frequency band, the WLS-9163 delivers consistent performance across channels regulated by country-specific guidelines. For Ethernet, it supports 10/100 Mbps data rates and TCP/IP and UDP protocols, enabling seamless integration with local and wide-area networks.

The WLS-9163 may use up to 4.5 W and needs a power input between 9 and 30 VDC. Device administration is made simple by its user-friendly design, which includes LED indications for power status, network activity, and fault circumstances. Configurable using the NI-DAQmx software, the WLS-9163 easily integrates with LabVIEW and other platforms, hence allowing customized application development. In particular, this carrier is suited to industrial automation, distributed monitoring, and research, given that it combines wireless adaptability with the precision expected from National Instruments systems.