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NI CB-68LP/CB-68LPR User Guide

Note

If the accessory is missing any of the components in Figure 1, contact NI.

Note

The CE marking on the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR accessories indicates 

compliance with the RoHS directive 2011/65/EU only.

What You Need to Get Started

To set up and use your CB-68LP/CB-68LPR, you need the following:

CB-68LP/CB-68LPR accessory kit(s)

1

Compatible 68-pin DAQ device and device documentation

The correct cable(s) for your device

0.125 in. flathead screwdriver

0.0509 to 3.31 mm

2

 (12 to 30 AWG) wire

Wire cutters

Wire insulation stripper

Getting Started with the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR

Remove all cables from the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR before getting started. If you have not 
already installed your DAQ device, refer to the installation guide that came with your DAQ 
device for instructions. Complete the following steps to set up the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR.

1.

(Optional) Mount the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR to a custom panel by removing the four metal 
standoff feet. Refer to Figure 2 or 3 for the mounting dimensions of your accessory.

2.

Connect the wires to the screw terminals by stripping 6 mm (0.25 in.) of insulation, 
inserting the wires into the screw terminals, and securely tightening the screws with the 
flathead screwdriver to a torque of 0.5 N · m (4.4 lb · in.). Refer to your device 
documentation for the DAQ device pinout and signal information.

Caution

Do 

not

 connect input voltages >30 V

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/42 V

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/60 VDC to the 

CB-68LP/CB-68LPR. The CB-68LP/CB-68LPR are not designed for any input 
voltages >30 V

rms

/42 V

pk

/60 VDC, even if a user-installed voltage divider reduces 

the voltage to within the input range of the DAQ device. Input voltages >30 V

rms

/

42 V

pk

/60 VDC can damage the CB-68LP/CB-68LPR, all devices connected to it, 

and the host computer.

Caution

Do 

not

 use for measurements within Categories II, III, or IV.

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You can use up to two CB-68LP/CB-68LPR accessories with M/X Series devices with two connectors.

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