Description
National Instruments 180212-01 IEEE-488 GPIB Interface Board Card
The National Instruments 180212-01 is an IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface board designed for connecting computers and measurement instruments in automated test and data acquisition systems. This card enables communication with GPIB-compatible instruments and controllers, and works with LabVIEW, VISA, and other National Instruments software environments.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: 180212-01
- Interface: IEEE-488 GPIB (Centronics 50-pin connector)
- Form Factor: Card/Module for NI controller or host interface
- Protocol: IEEE-488.1 / IEEE-488.2
- Compatible with National Instruments DAQ systems and LabVIEW
- Supports instrument control, data acquisition, and automated testing
Applications
IEEE-488 GPIB interface boards were and remain essential components in automated measurement and test systems. These cards connect laboratory instruments—including oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers—to computers for remote control and data collection. The 180212-01 was commonly used in LabVIEW-based test stations, research labs, and manufacturing quality-assurance environments where instrument automation and synchronized measurements were required. GPIB remains in active use in legacy and current test systems, particularly in industries where established instrument bases need continued support. This card supports both controller and listener modes, making it flexible for diverse system architectures.
This National Instruments 180212-01 IEEE-488 GPIB interface board is a used card in good condition. It has been visually inspected and appears complete. The card is ready for integration into a LabVIEW or GPIB-based instrumentation system. Please review our photos for detailed condition and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
National Instruments |
Model: |
180212-01 |
MPN: |
180212-01 |
Type: |
IEEE-488 GPIB Interface Board |
SKU: |
12395 |
Interface Type: |
IEEE-488 / GPIB |
Form Factor: |
Card/Module |
Connector Type: |
GPIB (Centronics 50-pin) |
Compatible With: |
LabVIEW, NI DAQ systems, IEEE-488 GPIB instruments |
Application: |
Instrument control, data acquisition, automated test systems |
Condition Notes: |
National Instruments 180212-01 IEEE-488 GPIB interface board, used in good condition. Visually inspected, ready for use in GPIB systems. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |