DAQ Accessories

LABJACK ACCESSORIES

LJTick-VRef

The LJTick-VRef is a Voltage reference accessory that outputs a stable 2.5V or 4.096V signal. These ticks are commonly used as an excitation voltage for various circuits. The IOA and IOB lines are pass-through terminals, and do not interact with the accessory in any way.

CB15 Terminal Board

Provides convenient screw terminals for the 12 digital I/O lines on the DB15 connector of compatible LabJack devices. Includes a screwdriver. Not compatible with the U12.

CB37 Terminal Board

Provides convenient screw terminals for the DB37 connector on the LabJack U6, UE9, and T7. Includes a screwdriver. Compatible with LJTick signal-conditioning modules.

3ft DB37 M/F Serial Cable

Mux80 AIN Expansion Board

Analog input expansion board that adds 80 analog input channels. It can be connected to a U6, UE9, or T7 directly through the DB37 connector. Ten of the LabJack’s analog inputs are multiplexed (1:8 each) by the Mux80, and 4 are left untouched on AIN0-3 screw terminals, bringing the total number of available analog inputs to 84.

  • 80 channels
  • OEM capability
  • High density connectors
  • Snaptrack/DIN rail compatible

LM34CAZ Silicon Temperature Sensor

The LM34CAZ is ideal for cold-junction compensation(CJC) temperature measurements. Customers who are using thermocouples on an external CB37 terminal board can wire this sensor to a nearby analog input, and correlate the CJC offset within software. Simply connect +Vs to LabJack VS, GND to LabJack GND, and Vout to a LabJack AIN terminal (FIO/EIO is best on the U3). It has a very convenient output of 10mV per °F, so 0.78V would correspond with 78°F.

EI1022 Temperature Probe

Easy to use and inexpensive temperature probe from Electronic Innovations Corp. Features a plastic probe, a high-level linear output of 10 mV per degree K, a typical accuracy of ±1 degrees C (±1.8 degrees F) at room temperature, and a range of -40 to +100 degrees C (-40 to +212 degrees F).

EI1034 Temperature Probe

Easy to use and very accurate temperature probe from Electronic Innovations Corp. Features a waterproof stainless-steel probe, a high-level linear output of 10 mV per degree F, a typical accuracy of ±0.4 degrees F (±0.22 degrees C) at room temperature, and a range of 0 to +230 degrees F (-17 to +110 degrees C, with U3/UE9).

DIN Rail Mounting Clip

Clip used to mount a LabJack device to a DIN rail. Simply attach this clip to the backside of a LabJack device, and clip it to any DIN rail. This clip is manufactured by TE Connectivity, p/n TKAD, or 6-1437661-4. We recommend two TKAD mounting clips per U6, UE9, and T7, because these LabJack devices have mounting locations for two clips. As shown in the image, the U3 only has one spot for a clip. These clips are also compatible with the grey Snaptrack on our accessory boards. So for instance, it is possible to mount a CB37 to the DIN rail.

LJTick-DAC

Provides a pair of 14-bit analog outputs with a range of +/- 10 volts. Plugs into any digital I/O block (e.g. FIO4/FIO5), and thus up to 10 of these can be used per LabJack to add 20 analog outputs. Works with T-Series devices (T7, T4) and any UD family device (U3/U6/UE9).

LJTick-Resistance

The LJTick-Resistance (LJTRx) makes it easy for LabJack devices to measure resistive sensors. This tick gives users a regulated 2.5V signal that can be used as a excitation voltage and a known resistance value in series with a sensor input line. This gives users the ability to calculate the resistance of their connected sensor.

  • Uses precision 1k, 10k, 100k, or 1M resistors in a resistor divider setup.

LJTick-LVDigitalIO

A bidirectional logic shifting board for converting 3.3V logic down to 2.5V or 1.8V. There is also a VOUT terminal which can source power at the selected voltage. Useful for users who have external boards that run on lower logic thresholds, or simply want a 3.3V, 2.5V, or 1.8V supply. The logic terminals presented on this accessory board are for communication purposes only, they cannot drive relays or other forms of load.

  • Supports bi-directional communication
  • Up to 800kHz
  • 3.3V, 2.5V, or 1.8V
  • VOUT terminal can source up to 200mA

LJTick-OutBuff

Increases the output current of the DAC outputs on LabJack devices. Can also be used for switched 3.3V when attached to a 3.3V digital I/O line. LabJack devices cannot output more than about 15mA on their DAC0 and DAC1 analog outputs, so this accessory is very helpful for users who want to increase that capability. One common application is to control the speed of a low voltage DC motor.

  • Drives up to 200mA
  • 0-5V output range*

LJTick-InBuff

Very low bias current (1pA) input buffer which can directly measure pH sensors (electrode type sensors) and other weakly driven or high source impedance signals. The analog inputs on our compatible DAQ products (U3, U6, UE9, T7, T4) have typical bias currents on the order of 20 nA, which is quite low, but the LJTick-InBuff reduces that dramatically.

  • Only requires 1pA bias current
  • ±10V input range
  • Has pads to optionally install gain resistors

LJTick-DigitalOut5V

Converts 3.3V digital outputs to 5V digital outputs. Easily control 5V relays, or interface with a 5V logic device. Read more about controlling relays and connecting 5V signals in this app-note.

  • Output only
  • Source or sink 50mA or more
  • Up to 800kHz

LJTick-RelayDriver

Allows 2 digital I/O lines to each control a relay or other moderate load. The 4-pin design plugs into the standard DIO/DIO/GND/VS screw terminal block found on LabJacks such as the U3, U6, UE9, T7, and T4. Each DIO controls a switch to ground (i.e. open-collector) that can hold off up to 50 volts and can sink up to 200 mA.

  • Connect LabJack VS terminal(5V) to the (+) of the load.
  • RelayDriver connects to the low side (-) of the load.

LJTick-Proto

The LJTick-Proto (LJTP) consists of an 8×8 grid of holes for prototyping custom signal-conditioning ticks. The 4-pin design plugs into the standard AIN/AIN/GND/VS screw terminal block found on LabJacks such as the U3, U6, UE9, T7, and T4. Includes 3 loose pieces: the PCB, a 4-position screw terminal, and a right-angle pin header.

LJTick-InAmp

Signal-conditioning module provides two instrumentation amplifiers ideal for low-level signals such as bridge circuits (e.g. strain gauges) and thermocouples. Each amplifier converts a differential input to single-ended. The LJTIA has switches to choose from 5 gain settings (x1, x11, x51, x201, or custom) and two output voltage offsets. The 4-pin design plugs into the standard AIN/AIN/GND/VS screw terminal block found on LabJacks such as the U3, U6, UE9, T7, and T4.

LJTick-CurrentShunt

The LJTick-CurrentShunt (LJTCS) is a signal-conditioning module designed to convert a 4-20 mA current loop input signal into a 0.47-2.36 volt signal compatible with the LabJack U3, U6, UE9, T7, or T4. The 4-pin design plugs into the standard AIN/AIN/GND/VS screw terminal block found on LabJacks such as the U3, U6, UE9, T7, and T4.

RB16 Relay Board

Provides 16 industry standard relay module sockets to a LabJack U12. Image shows RB16 with standard and miniature modules installed. The RB16 provides a versatile method for electricians, engineers, and other qualified individuals, to interface a LabJack U12 with high voltages/currents. I/O modules are available from a variety of manufacturers such as Grayhill, Crydom, or Kyoto, and allow the LabJack U12 to control or monitor 120/240 VAC and/or 3-60 VDC. The following Grayhill modules are available for purchase from Digikey: 70M-OAC5 (AC output), 70M-ODC5 (DC output), 70M-IAC5 (AC input), 70M-IDC5 (DC input).

  • Relay modules are NOT included
  • Modules are available with voltage ratings up to 200 VDC or 280 VAC, and current ratings up to 3.5 amps
  • DB25 cable is included
  • Made by Electronic Innovations Corp.
  • LabJack U12 only. See the RB12 for other devices

RB12 Relay Board

Provides 12 industry standard relay module sockets to a U3, U6, UE9, T4, or T7. Commonly used to interface a LabJack with high voltages/currents. The RB12 relay board connects to the DB15 connector on the LabJack, using the 12 EIO/CIO lines to control up to 12 I/O modules. I/O modules are available from a variety of manufacturers such as Grayhill, Crydom, or Kyoto, and allow the LabJack to control or monitor 120/240 VAC and/or 3-60 VDC. The RB12 is designed to accept G4 series digital I/O modules from Opto22, and compatible modules from other manufacturers such as the G5 series from Grayhill. Opto22 modules are available from opto22.com, alliedelec.com, and newark.com. Grayhill modules are available from digikey.com. The RB12 does not require a cable or power supply.

  • Relay modules are NOT included
  • Supports output or input module control types
  • Modules are available with voltage ratings up to 200 VDC or 280 VAC, and current ratings up to 3.5 amps

PS12DC Power Switching Board

Controlled through 12 digital outputs, the PS12DC can switch power sources ranging from 5 to 28V DC. Attach the PS12DC to the DB15 connector presented on all compatible devices, and toggle the states of the EIO and CIO digital output lines to turn the switches on/off. Designed for medium to low current DC power switching applications.

  • 12 digitally controlled switches with LED indicators
  • Optical isolation
  • Handles 5 – 28 Volt supply
  • Up to 750mA/ch
  • Thermal (self-resetting) fuse protection
  • Flyback protection

EI1040 Dual Instrumentation Amplifier

General purpose dual instrumentation amplifier. Often used in conjunction with the LabJack U12 to provide analog input gain. Operates from a single 5 volt supply and provides a ±15 volt supply and a 4.096 volt reference voltage. Analog input range is ±10 volts. The gain of each channel is set to 1, 10, 100, or 1000 via digital I/O or jumper wires.

EB37 Experiment Board

Just like any breadboard, the EB37 is very useful for testing and validating electronic designs, but it also has a few different power supply rail voltages and breaks out LabJack I/O right next to your design.

  • Connects to the DB37 port on LabJacks
  • Includes useful power supplies: ±9.5V, 3.3V, and 1.25V
  • Includes a screwdriver, 5V power supply, and a box of jumper wires.

CB25 Terminal Board

Provides screw terminal connections for the LabJack U12’s 16 extra digital I/O. A screwdriver and DB25 cable are included. For the LabJack U12 only.