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NI PCI-8254R Quick Start Guide
Figure 6. Wiring Power to the NI 8254R
Connecting to the Isolated Outputs Power Supply
If you use a power supply other than the NI desktop power supply, follow
the instructions in this section to connect power to the NI 8254R.
Note
If you are not using the NI desktop power supply, you can optionally use 0.75 mm
2
,
18 AWG ferrules according to the manufacturer specifications to terminate the wires
leading to the 2-position power connector, shown in Figure 7. Ferrules are available from
Phoenix Contact (part number 3200519).
Figure 7. Wiring a Third-Party Power Supply to the 2-Position Power Connector
1
2-Position Isolated Outputs Power Connector
2
Ferrite (Optional)
3
NI Desktop Power Supply
4
Power Supply Cord (to Outlet)
1
2-Position Power Connector
2
Optional Ferrule
3
Power Supply Wires
4
To Outlet
1
2
3
2
3
1
