National Instruments 776515-00 Cable Adapter 

National Instruments part number 776515-00 is an identifying part number for the SC-2054, a Cable Adapter. The NI 776515-00 is primarily designed for Signal Conditioning. It adapts the I/O connector of various data acquisition devices to different signal conditioning accessories. It is compatible with SC-204x, SC-206x, 5B, SSR, and ER-8/16 Series accessories. This adapter helps minimize measurement errors, ensuring precise results. To use the 776515-00, you will need a DAQ device, a computer, and a cable to connect the board to the DAQ device. 

This Cable Adapter converts half of the 96 digital connector signals to standard pin connections. It is compatible with 6508, DIO-96, and DIO-24 devices, although the SC-2051 model is recommended for DIO-24 devices. The NI 776515-00 includes four 50-pin ribbon cable connectors and six 26-pin ribbon connectors. It comes with metal standoffs, allowing it to be placed on a workbench near the host computer or device. A rack mount, available separately, can also be used. 

No additional software is required beyond what is used to run the DAQ device. The 776515-00 Cable Adapter routes I/O lines from data acquisition devices to various signal-conditioning accessories. It is commonly used in applications such as aviation, laboratory testing, industrial control, and robotics. The SC-2054 should only be used with compatible devices and not for connecting two accessories that share common I/O signals. The adapter measures 7.9 x 4.9 x 1.9 inches and operates within a temperature range of 0° C to 70° C. For storage, it can handle temperatures from –55° C to 150° C. National Instruments has declared obsolete status for the part number 776515-00, however, it is still available for purchase and repairs at the Apex Waves Website.